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2 / BEYOND TRAVEL – WE GO ABOVE AND BEYOND TO MEET YOUR EXPECTATIONS Planning your holiday is an exciting time, full of anticipation and expectation. Welcome to Beyond Travel, and a selection of holidays that will fulfil your dreams.

Starting from humble beginnings more than two decades ago, Beyond Travel has grown into a highly regarded, international tour operator renowned for our experience and expertise in Eastern Europe, Russia, The Balkans, Sri Lanka, India, Scandinavia, Croatia and Central Asia. You’ll find our holidays to be richly rewarding – a treasure trove of wonderful experiences and unforgettable memories. They are carefully curated to provide a deeper, more meaningful experience of the countries and cultures that you will encounter. Although we cater for different tastes and budgets all of our holidays share one thing in common – a commitment to make your holiday a truly relaxing and rewarding adventure that will stay with you for years to come. We’re an Australian company whose philosophy is to tread lightly wherever we travel, and to have a positive and sustainable impact on the countries we are privileged to visit. This makes us welcome guests and greatly enriches the cultural connections we make along the way. Every member of our team is passionate about providing expert advice on the unique destinations we travel to – on holidays that are beyond the ordinary.

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MOSCOW TO PRAGUE 18 days Moscow to Prague 10 TALLINN TO VIENNA 14 days Tallinn to Vienna 12 EASTERN EUROPEAN PANORAMA 13 days Vienna to Prague 13 EUROPEAN RHAPSODY 11 days Warsaw to Budapest 14 POLISH & BALTIC JEWELS 13 days Krakow to Tallinn 15 BALTIC IMPRESSIONS 10 days Tallinn to Tallinn 16 BALTIC CLASSICAL 8 days Vilnius to Tallinn 17 THE MAGIC OF POLAND 7 days Warsaw to Krakow 18 THE TREASURES OF POLAND 11 days Warsaw to Warsaw 19 Tailor-Made Tours For the independent traveller 20-27

THREE IMPERIAL CAPITALS 10 days Prague to Budapest 20 BOHEMIA TO BUDAPEST 11 days Prague to Budapest 21 CENTRAL EUROPEAN DISCOVERY 16 days Berlin to Budapest 22 BEST OF THE BALTICS & POLAND 15 days Tallinn to Krakow 23 VIA BALTICA 7 days Tallinn to Vilnius 24 TREASURES OF BULGARIA & ROMANIA 9 days to Bucharest 25 AUTHENTIC BULGARIA 8 days Sofia to Sofia 26 DISCOVER ROMANIA 7 days Bucharest to Bucharest 27 City Stay Packages Accommodation, sightseeing and transfers 28-42

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC 28 CESKY KRUMLOV, CZECH REPUBLIC 30 BRATISLAVA, SLOVAK REPUBLIC 30 BUDAPEST, HUNGARY 31 SALZBURG, AUSTRIA 32 VIENNA, AUSTRIA 33 SOFIA, BULGARIA 34 BUCHAREST, ROMANIA 35 WARSAW, POLAND 36 KRAKOW, POLAND 37 MUNICH, GERMANY 38 BERLIN, GERMANY 39 TALLINN, ESTONIA 40 RIGA, LATVIA 41 VILNIUS, LITHUANIA 42

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LOCAL KNOWLEDGE WE LOOK AFTER YOU With almost three decades of experience in this region we have Beyond Travel are here to look after you from the moment you call extensive local knowledge that our team will be delighted to share with our office to seek information or make a booking. On some holidays, you. And, through our long-standing relationships in Eastern Europe our local experts will pick you up at the airport and arrange your transfers you are assured of value, choice and reliability. You will be in good hands, – all as detailed on each itinerary page. travelling with local experts who speak English so you can be confident of your choice in choosing to travel with Beyond. YOUR HOLIDAY IS SECURE You can travel with peace of mind knowing that your holiday is secure. INFORMED ADVICE Beyond Travel is a member of the Council of Australian Tour Operators You know you’re getting well informed advice when it comes from locally (CATO) and also accredited with the AFTA Travel Accreditation Scheme based teams. Passionate about their country, they value our guests (ATAS). (AFTA is the Australian Federation of Travel Agents). very highly so you can expect the very best of service and attention. Our long standing local partners are chosen for their reliability, their REAL VALUE professionalism and expertise. We take pride in delivering outstanding value. This isn’t just about price; value is about what you actually get for your money. Even so, we have lots A WIDER CHOICE AND of great deals on offer. Check out our “HOT” deals online, subscribe to CUSTOMISED ITINERARIES our newsletter for special offers and you can even ask us to price match if With Beyond Travel you will be spoilt for choice with a large range of you find the same product cheaper elsewhere. holiday options. From panoramic tours of the area to more focused explorations of specific countries. Choose from premium escorted WE’RE GIVING SOMETHING BACK group tours, tailor-made holidays crafted for you to cruises, ferries, As part of our philosophy “to give something back by enriching the and car hire. lives of our people, our passengers and the wider community through Plus we offer a large range of accommodation options from boutique travel”, Beyond Travel has committed to supporting the local Sri Lankan to deluxe, from 5 star hotels to great value 3 star options for those on a community which has been significantly affected by the downturn budget, as well as convenient city stay packages at major gateways all in tourism as a result of the 2019 Easter attacks. We will be supporting featuring local sightseeing. Some of the city highlights on offer can take twenty local families, including farmers, drivers and local tourism you behind the former iron curtain and experience three of what were staff with direct relief aid. You too, can give back by visiting this Soviet capitals - Vilnius Lithuania, Riga Latvia or Tallinn in Estonia. beautiful destination. In addition, if you are a member of a group, organisation or club, Beyond Travel also has a partnership with a Croatian travel and tourism we can arrange group bookings. Just call our friendly, experienced team. operator, Katarina Line, and contributes 2 Euro to the Down Syndrome You’ll find our advice invaluable. Association of Rijeka and Dubrovnik for every booking made through Beyond Travel on Katarina Line. GUARANTEED DEPARTURES Additionally, Beyond Travel and its staff are involved in a host of volunteer Several of the holidays in this brochure have guaranteed departures, work with a variety of organisations at home. which allows you to plan with peace of mind in the knowledge that you can safely confirm other arrangements around your holiday without risk of being disappointed.

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Enjoy more European adventures Whatever is on your wish list in Europe Beyond Travel can assist in making your dreams become reality. At Beyond Travel we have a wealth of experience, Perhaps your wish list includes a trip to see the knowledge and passion for the region. Our Northern Lights, a visit to Santa’s village in Lapland, a river cruise in Russia, railway journey across the friendly staff in our groups department has the continent to China, or a sun-drenched island holiday skills to provide all the necessary arrangements in Greece. From Turkey to the Arctic Circle we have Europe covered. to create bespoke travel experiences. Our expert team can help you make your European adventure an immersive discovery. So why not We are one of the leading tour and travel companies in Eastern Europe. extend your stay with one of the tours featured Whether you visit to a particular place, spend several days touring, visit a selection of in these brochures. Download your copy from our countries or stay in a city for an event we can tailor an itinerary covering your guest’s website or call for a printed brochure. needs and interests. Accommodation choices offered are from budget to luxury. Whatever your dreams, whatever your group needs, call us today to discuss your requirements. We can 2020 assist with destination choices, forms of transport, special attractions and one-of-a- 2020 2020 RUSSIA kind experiences. SCANDINAVIACRUISE CROATIA Featuring Slovenia ⁄ Slovenia & GreeceCROATIA ⁄ Turkey Russia ⁄ Finland ⁄ Denmark ⁄ Norway ⁄ Sweden ⁄ Iceland We’d love to share our experience and expertise to make your group travel one & BEYONDCroatia ⁄ Greece ⁄ Serbia Macedonia ⁄ Albania ⁄ Belarus ⁄ ⁄ Georgia ⁄ China ⁄ Mongolia ⁄ Central Asia Small Ship Cruising & BEYOND Montenegro Croatia ⁄ Bosnia & Herzegovina Bosnia & Herzegovina Montenegro ⁄ Slovenia ⁄ ⁄ Greece to remember. WE OFFER • Secure, extensive, first-hand knowledge of the regions • Long term relationships with trusted partners Book with your local Travel Agent Book with your local Travel Agent • The highest level of customer service to meet clients’ needs Book with your local Travel Agent • Competitive rates and great value inclusions • Complete flexibility to design tailor-made itineraries for Special Interest groups Discover unique destinations Small Group Journeys Legendary Rail Journeys Escorted Tours Tailor-Made Tours DiscoverTailor-MadeRiver Cruises Tours unique destinationsCity Stay Packages Small Group Journeys City Stay Packages Deluxe Cruises Coastal Cruises Discover unique destinations First Class Cruises Mini Cruises Escorted Tours Traditional Cruises Cruise-tours Extend your stay tours Contact one of our group specialists today or email us at; [email protected] Can’t find what you need? We aim to please, let us know and we will do “We had a ball. The great organisation, terrific guides and our best to assist you. You can also share your interesting itinerary – they all made my job very easy and bonus by gifting it to family or friends. all went to plan. Your input in altering the standard itinerary Terms and Conditions apply see the websites certainly opened our eyes”. C. Huon or page 43 for details.

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18 Days / Moscow to Prague

This is one of the most popular tours and it’s easy to see why. Join the entire premium 18 day adventure or the shorter option that finishes in Warsaw. Discover Moscow, take a high speed train to St. Petersburg where the sheer grandeur and history of this imperial city will impress. With 2 night stays you will have time to admire the Gothic Spires that dominate Riga’s cityscape, see the Chopin Memorial in Warsaw and discover Prague, which some say rivals Paris for beauty.

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Discover Moscow, the nation’s capital with the Kremlin as Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager its historic core 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation Admire the fairy-tale golden domes of the monastery in 17 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 9 dinners Sergiev Posad Take a high speed train from Moscow to St. Petersburg Guided tours: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius, Warsaw, Krakow and Prague Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the notorious WW II concentration camp Visit: Czestochowa and Auschwitz-Birkenau Wander the beautifully-preserved medieval city of Tallinn Entrance fees Riga’s historic city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site – Wireless “whisper” headset technology used for touring explore on a guided walking tour Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle 700-year old Warsaw will delight 2nd class rail: Moscow – St. Petersburg Explore Prague, City of a Hundred Spires and one of the most beautiful cities in the world Arrival and departure airport transfers (first and last day only)

DAY 1 Moscow DAY 3 Moscow / Sergiev Posad with the Winter Palace and the golden DAY 8 Tallinn – Riga Your tour commences with an arrival Depart Moscow for a sightseeing tour of domes of St. Isaac’s Cathedral. You will Tallinn boasts the best preserved airport transfer to your hotel. This 14th century Sergiev Posad, renowned also visit Peter and Paul Fortress, site medieval town in Northern Europe. evening, join your fellow travellers and as a centre of ancient Russian art and of the first settlement of the city and the Your walking tour of this charming city Tour Manager at tonight’s welcome architecture. Within the old walled city burial vault of the Romanov Dynasty. B with its distinctive architecture takes in dinner. D admire the fairy-tale golden and blue Ambassador Hotel (4 star) / Toompea Castle, Alexander Nevsky Marriott Grand Hotel (5 star) domes of the beautiful Holy Trinity Crown Plaza Ligovsky (4 star) Cathedral and 14th century Gothic Town St. Sergius Lavra monastery. After Hall. In the afternoon, depart for Riga, DAY 2 Moscow lunch at a popular restaurant, return to DAY 6 St. Petersburg capital of Latvia. BD Moscow is the symbolic heart and soul Moscow, the rest of the day at leisure. Today, explore the world famous Radisson Blu Latvija Hotel (4 star) of Russia. Your sightseeing tour begins This evening you may take an optional Hermitage Museum, housed in the at Red Square, dominated by the red tour of Moscow’s famed Metro, which Winter Palace, the former home of DAY 9 Riga walls of the Kremlin and the colourful Stalin called “Palaces for the People.” BL the Czars. One of the world’s oldest Riga, founded in 1201, is often onion domes of St. Basil’s Cathedral. Marriott Grand Hotel (5 star) and largest museums, the Hermitage referred to as the “Paris of the Baltics”. After a tour of the Kremlin grounds, houses an immense collection of art Your morning sightseeing tour of the visit the famous Armoury Museum, DAY 4 Moscow – St. Petersburg including masterpieces by Leonardo Old Town includes Riga Castle, treasury of the Russian Czars, with its Enjoy a last morning in Moscow before da Vinci, Rafael, Rembrandt, Rubens home of the Latvian president, Dome opulent collection of Faberge Eggs, your departure on the highspeed and French Impressionists. BD Cathedral with its world famous organ, royal thrones, crowns and carriages. Sapsan train to St. Petersburg. BD Ambassador Hotel (4 star) / Powder Tower and the district of Continue along the banks of the Ambassador Hotel (4 star) / Crown Plaza Ligovsky (4 star) Art Nouveau houses. B Moskva River passing the Novodevichy Crown Plaza Ligovsky (4 star) Radisson Blu Latvija Hotel (4 star) Convent, then ending your tour at the DAY 7 St. Petersburg – Tallinn Arbat Street shopping district. B DAY 5 St. Petersburg Depart for Tallinn with a stop in Narva DAY 10 Riga – Vilnius Marriott Grand Hotel (5 star) Spread over 100 islands linked by over on the Estonian border. Continue to Depart on a scenic journey through 600 bridges, imperial St. Petersburg is Tallinn, Estonia’s capital, situated on the the Baltic countryside to Vilnius. often referred to as the “Venice of the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. BD On arrival, your afternoon and evening North.” Enjoy a guided city tour along the Park Inn by Radisson Meriton is at leisure. BD Nevsky Prospekt to see Palace Square (4 star) Hotel Novotel Vilnius Centre (4 star)

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PRAGUE TALLINN 2020 Guaranteed departures May 15, 22; Jun 26; Aug 28; Sep 4, 11, 25 Prices from $6,250 Per Person Single Twin Share Supplement 18 Days Moscow – Prague from $6,250 from $2,610 14 Days Moscow – Warsaw from $5,270 from $2,110

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DAY 11 Vilnius DAY 14 Warsaw – Krakow DAY 16 Krakow – Prague DAY 18 Prague Today enjoy a panoramic walking tour of Travel to Czestochowa, to visit the Yasna Drive through Poland, and Your tour concludes with a departure Vilnius, one of Europe’s most charming Gora Monastery with its famous portrait finally into the Czech Republic. Today’s airport transfer for your onward journey. B Old Towns with its maze of baroque- of the Black Madonna. In the afternoon destination is Prague, with its baroque inspired architecture and cobblestone you will tour Auschwitz-Birkenau, the churches, promenades, parks and streets. Visit the Old Town to see such notorious World War II concentration medieval Old Town. BD sights as St. Stanislav’s Cathedral, camps and now a sombre memorial to Angelo Hotel by Vienna House Gediminas Tower, the baroque Peter and the Holocaust. Continue to Krakow. BD (4 star) / Paul Church and ruins of Vilnius Castle. B Mercure Old Town (4 star) Andels by Vienna House (4 star) Hotel Novotel Vilnius Centre (4 star) NOTE: 14 Day Moscow to Warsaw tour DAY 17 Prague DAY 12 Vilnius – Warsaw ends this morning after breakfast with Your city tour of Prague starts with a Depart the former through a departure airport transfer for your drive to Wenceslas Square and then the picturesque countryside of Lithuania onward journey. across the Vltava River for a guided tour and northern Poland to Warsaw. BLD of Prague’s Hradcany district which Hotel Mercure Grand (4 star) DAY 15 Krakow overlooks the river and city beyond. Your sightseeing tour of the culture- Hradcany is Prague’s main attraction DAY 13 Warsaw packed city of Krakow will start at and here you will visit St. Vitus Cathedral, On a morning tour of Warsaw, a city Wawel Hill to see the Royal Castle and the resting place of Czech kings, and with over 700 years of history, you will Cathedral. Walk through the magical Old the Royal Castle of Hradcany which drive along the Royal Route from Castle Town and visit the Main Market Square, dominates Prague’s beautiful skyline. Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, the largest medieval square in Europe. B Continue with a walk to see St. George’s the summer residence of Poland’s last Mercure Old Town (4 star) Basilica, the Golden Lane and Daliborka king. Continue with a walk through the Tower. B Old Town to see Market Square and Angelo Hotel by Vienna House St. John’s Cathedral. B (4 star) / KRAKOW Hotel Mercure Grand (4 star) Andels by Vienna House (4 star)

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14 Days / Tallinn to Vienna

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Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures May 21, 28; Jul 2; Sep 3, 10, 17; Oct 1 Begin in Tallinn, one of the best Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager preserved medieval towns in Europe Per Person Single 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation Prices from $5,810 Twin Share Supplement Explore Riga, known as the 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 7 dinners ‘Paris of the Baltics’ 14 days Tallinn – Vienna from $5,810 from $2,610 Guided tours: Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius, Warsaw, Krakow, 12 days Tallinn – Prague from $5,470 from $2,470 Learn about the fascinating history of Prague and Vienna Warsaw in Poland Entrance fees For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, Spend two nights in Vienna, the city availability and detailed information, visit our website of waltz Wireless “whisper” headset technology used for touring Wander the largest medieval square in Transportation by air-conditioned coach www.beyondtravel.com.au Europe in Krakow Arrival and departure transfers (first and last day only) Earlybird Discover More Extend your stay Travel Voucher $400 per couple Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Tallinn (see page 40) and Vienna (see page 33). Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8.

DAY 1 Tallinn DAY 4 Riga – Vilnius DAY 8 Warsaw – Krakow tour of Prague’s Hradcany district. Commence your tour with an arrival Depart on a scenic journey through the Travel to Czestochowa, to visit the Yasna Hradcany is Prague’s main attraction transfer to your hotel. This evening, join Baltic countryside to Vilnius. On arrival, Gora Monastery with its famous portrait and here you will visit St. Vitus Cathedral, your fellow travellers and guide at a your afternoon and evening is at leisure. of the Black Madonna. In the afternoon the resting place of Czech kings, and welcome dinner. D BD you will tour Auschwitz-Birkenau. the Royal Castle of Hradcany which Hotel Park Inn Radisson Meriton Hotel Novotel Vilnius Centre (4 star) Continue to Krakow. BD dominates Prague’s skyline. Continue (4 star) Mercure Old Town (4 star) with a walk and an afternoon at leisure. B DAY 5 Vilnius Angelo Hotel by Vienna House DAY 2 Tallinn – Riga Today enjoy a panoramic walking tour of DAY 9 Krakow (4 star) Tallinn boasts the best preserved Vilnius, one of Europe’s most charming Your sightseeing tour of the culture- medieval town in Northern Europe. Old Towns with its maze of baroque- packed city of Krakow will start at DAY 12 Prague – Vienna Your walking tour of this charming city inspired architecture and cobblestone Wawel Hill to see the Royal Castle and Travel south to Vienna, the ‘city of with its distinctive architecture takes in streets. Visit the Old Town to see Cathedral. Walk through the magical Old waltzes,’ where, after check-in to your Toompea Castle, Alexander Nevsky St. Stanislav’s Cathedral, Gediminas Town and visit the Main Market Square, hotel, the afternoon is free to explore. B Cathedral and 14th century Gothic Town Tower, and ruins of Vilnius Castle. B the largest medieval square in Europe Hilton Vienna am Stadtpark (5 star) Hall. In the afternoon, depart for Riga, Hotel Novotel Vilnius Centre (4 star) with its Cloth Hall. B capital of Latvia. BD Mercure Old Town (4 star) NOTE: 12 Day Tallinn to Prague tour ends Radisson Blu Latvija Hotel (4 star) DAY 6 Vilnius – Warsaw this morning after breakfast. Depart the former Soviet Union through DAY 10 Krakow – Prague DAY 3 Riga the picturesque countryside of Lithuania Drive through Poland, Slovakia and DAY 13 Vienna Riga, founded in 1201, is often and northern Poland to Warsaw. BLD finally into the Czech Republic. Today’s Your sightseeing tour features the referred to as the “Paris of the Baltics.” Hotel Mercure Grand (4 star) destination is Prague, with its baroque Hofburg Palace, once the seat of the Your morning sightseeing tour of the churches, promenades, parks and Hapsburg Empire, Belvedere Palace, Old Town includes Riga Castle, home of DAY 7 Warsaw medieval Old Town. BD St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Prater the Latvian president, Dome Cathedral On a morning tour of Warsaw, drive Angelo Hotel by Vienna House Amusement Park. After an afternoon at with its world famous organ, along the Royal Route from Castle (4 star) leisure. BD Powder Tower and the district of Art Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, the Hilton Vienna am Stadtpark (5 star) summer residence of Poland’s last king. DAY 11 Prague Nouveau houses. B DAY 14 Vienna Radisson Blu Latvija Hotel (4 star) Walk through the Old Town to Market Your city tour of Prague starts with a Square and St. John’s Cathedral. B drive to Wenceslas Square and then Your tour concludes with a departure Hotel Mercure Grand (4 star) across the Vltava River for a guided airport transfer for your onward journey. B

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13 Days / Vienna to Prague

KRAKOW

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures May 2, 16, 23, 30; Jun 27; Jul 11; Aug 8, 15; Sep 12, 19, 26 Gain a real sense for each city with Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager 2 night stays 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation Prices from $4,115 Explore Vienna’s Baroque, 12 breakfasts and 6 dinners Per Person Single imperial architecture Twin Share Supplement Guided tours: Vienna, Budapest, Krakow, Warsaw, Visit Budapest on the banks of the Berlin and Prague Vienna – Prague from $4,115 from $1,715 mighty River Danube Entrance fees See Wawel Hill in Krakow with its For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, nationally symbolic buildings Wireless “whisper” headset technology used for touring availability and detailed information, visit our website Experience Berlin, a city with a vibrant Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle www.beyondtravel.com.au culture and world-class museums Arrival and departure airport transfers (first and last day only) Delight your taste buds with the traditional food in the Czech Republic Earlybird Discover More Extend your stay Travel Voucher $400 per couple Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Vienna (see page 33) and Prague (see pages 28/29). Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8.

DAY 1 Vienna DAY 5 Budapest – Krakow DAY 8 Warsaw DAY 11 Berlin – Dresden – Begin with a transfer to your hotel. This The road to Krakow winds through Join a guided tour of the 700 year old Prague evening, meet your Tour Manager and the open Danube Valley to the lovely capital of Poland and see sights such Travel to Dresden, a beautiful Saxony fellow travellers at a welcome dinner. D hills and countryside of Slovakia. as Castle Square, Lazienki Palace, the Baroque city, for your orientation tour. Imperial Riding School Renaissance After passing the picturesque Tatras Palace of Science and Culture, Old View the Zwinger Palace, the newly (4 star) Mountains, you cross into the great Market Square, St. John’s Cathedral re-built Frauenkirche and Semperoper plains of Poland. After a full day’s among many other fascinations. B House, as well as the popular “Gruenes DAY 2 Vienna scenic drive, arrive in Krakow and Hotel Mercure Grand (4 star) Gewolbe” (Green Vault) and afterwards Join a guided tour and visit the enjoy a relaxing dinner with your fellow continue to Prague, the beautiful Czech Hofburg and Belvedere Palaces, travellers. BD DAY 9 Warsaw – Poznan – Berlin capital. BD Prater Amusement Park, St. Stephen’s Holiday Inn City Center (5 star) Today you depart Warsaw and continue Mamaison Riverside Prague (4 star) Cathedral and other reminders of the to the German capital, Berlin. En route, city’s imperial past. B DAY 6 Krakow stop in the lovely Polish city of Poznan DAY 12 Prague Imperial Riding School Renaissance Today, a guided tour will take you to for a short tour, then travel through the Built over 1000 years ago, Prague is (4 star) Wawel Hill, the Royal Castle and Royal fertile, central plains into Germany. In the a wonder of beautiful architecture, Cathedral. Then wander the Old Town late afternoon, you arrive in the reunified, bridges, nature and culture. On a guided DAY 3 Vienna – Budapest and see the Main Market Square and captivating city of Berlin for an evening tour, drive past Wenceslas and Castle Journey across the border to Hungary Renaissance Cloth Hill. Afternoon is at dinner and overnight. BD Squares before a walk through the town and through the Transdanubian region to leisure to discover more. B Hotel ABBA (4 star) visiting sights such as the Royal Castle Budapest. BD Holiday Inn City Center (5 star) of Hradcany and St. George’s Basilica. Radisson Blue Beke (4 star) DAY 10 Berlin Then, wander through the old quarter DAY 7 Krakow – Warsaw This morning’s guided tour features DAY 4 Budapest and view the Jewish Ghetto and the Take a guided tour of Auschwitz- views of the impressive Reichstag and famous Astronomical Clock. Enjoy the On a guided tour, learn how this city came Birkenau, notorious concentration camp Schloss Charlottenburg. Travel through to be, the joining of Obuda with Buda rest of the day at leisure. B during WWII. On the way to Warsaw, visit the city and see sights such as the Mamaison Riverside Prague (4 star) and Pest to form united Budapest. You’ll Yasna Gora Monastery which houses Opera, Schiller Theater and the Kaiser see the Royal Palace, The Parliament, the “Black Madonna”. BD Wilhelm Museum. B DAY 13 Prague Fisherman’s Bastion, Gellert Hill with its Hotel Mercure Grand (4 star) Hotel ABBA (4 star) Your tour concludes with a departure Citadel among other attractions. Enjoy transfer for your onward journey. B the rest of the day at leisure. B Radisson Blue Beke (4 star)

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11 Days / Warsaw to Budapest

BUDAPEST

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures May 5, 12, 26; Jun 2, 23; Jul 7, 28; Aug 25; Sep 8, 15, 22; Oct 6 Discover Warsaw’s 700 years of history Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager See the famous portrait of the Black 4 and 5 star hotel accommodation Prices from $3,780 Madonna in Czestochowa 10 breakfasts and 5 dinners Per Person Single Twin Share Supplement Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the notorious Guided tours: Warsaw, Krakow, Prague, Vienna and Budapest WWII concentration camp Warsaw – Budapest from $3,780 from $1,560 Visit: Czestochowa and Auschwitz-Birkenau Walk through the Old Town of Krakow Entrance fees For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, Witness the well-preserved architecture availability and detailed information, visit our website of Prague in the “Heart of Europe” Wireless “whisper” headset technology used for touring www.beyondtravel.com.au Discover Viennese charm, wonderful Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle coffee houses and cosy wine taverns Arrival and departure airport transfers (first and last day only) Earlybird Discover More Travel Voucher $400 per couple Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. in Warsaw (see page 36) and Budapest (see page 31).

DAY 1 Warsaw DAY 4 Krakow Hradcany is Prague’s main attraction DAY 9 Vienna – Budapest Your tour commences with an arrival Your sightseeing tour of the culture- and here you will visit St. Vitus Cathedral, Today your journey continues to airport transfer to your hotel. This packed city of Krakow will start at the resting place of Czech kings, and Budapest, “Paris of the East”. After evening, join your fellow travellers and Wawel Hill to see the Royal Castle and the Royal Castle of Hradcany which check in to your hotel, enjoy a free Tour Manager at tonight’s welcome Cathedral. Walk through the magical Old dominates Prague’s beautiful skyline. afternoon to explore the city or take dinner. D Town and visit the Main Market Square, Continue with a walk to see St. George’s a stroll along the city’s best known Hotel Mercure Grand (4 star) the largest medieval square in Europe. B Basilica, the Golden Lane and Daliborka street Vaci Utca, try a delicious slice Mercure Old Town (4 star) Tower before an afternoon at leisure. B of apple strudel, sip some Hungarian DAY 2 Warsaw Angelo Hotel by Vienna House wine or perhaps join one of the optional On a morning tour of Warsaw, a city DAY 5 Krakow – Prague (4 star) / excursions available this afternoon. B with over 700 years of history, you will Drive through Poland, Slovakia and Andels by Vienna House (4 star) Museum Hotel (4 star) drive along the Royal Route from Castle finally into the Czech Republic. Today’s Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, the destination is Prague, with its baroque DAY 7 Prague – Vienna DAY 10 Budapest summer residence of Poland’s last king. churches, promenades, parks and Travel south to Vienna, the ‘City of On a guided tour, learn how this city Continue with a walk through the Old medieval Old Town. BD Waltzes,’ where, after check in to your came to be, the joining of Obuda Town to see Market Square and Angelo Hotel by Vienna House hotel, the afternoon is free to explore with Buda and Pest to form united St. John’s Cathedral. B (4 star) / Austria’s majestic capital. B Budapest. You’ll see the Royal Palace, Hotel Mercure Grand (4 star) Andels by Vienna House (4 star) Hilton Vienna am Stadtpark (5 star) The Parliament, Fisherman’s Bastion, Gellert Hill with its Citadel among other DAY 3 Warsaw – Krakow DAY 6 Prague DAY 8 Vienna attractions. Tonight, enjoy a farewell Travel to Czestochowa, to visit the Yasna Your city tour of Prague starts with a Your sightseeing tour features the dinner with entertainment in a typical Gora Monastery with its famous portrait drive to Wenceslas Square and then Hofburg Palace, once the seat of the Csarda restaurant. BD of the Black Madonna. In the afternoon across the Vltava River for a guided tour Hapsburg Empire, Belvedere Palace, Museum Hotel (4 star) you will tour Auschwitz-Birkenau, the of Prague’s Hradcany district which St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Prater notorious World War II concentration overlooks the river and city beyond. Amusement Park. After an afternoon DAY 11 Budapest camps and now a sombre memorial to at leisure, join your fellow travellers for Your tour concludes with a departure the Holocaust. Continue to Krakow. BD a farewell dinner. BD airport transfer for your onward journey. B Mercure Old Town (4 star) Hilton Vienna am Stadtpark (5 star)

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13 Days / Krakow to Tallinn

WARSAW

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures Jun 2, 16, 30; Jul 7, 14, 21, 28; Aug 4, 11, 18 Discover two of Poland’s great cities – Escorted by a professional multilingual Tour Manager Krakow and Warsaw 4 star hotel accommodation Prices from $2,545 Visit the unique and holy Hill of Crosses 12 breakfasts Per Person Single Twin Share Supplement Visit the beautiful Estonian resort town Guided tours: Krakow, Warsaw, Vilnius, Riga, Pärnu of Pärnu and Tallinn Krakow – Tallinn from $2,545 from $970 Experience Riga’s Old Town on a Excursion to the Masurian Lakeland walking tour For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle availability and detailed information, visit our website Spend 3 nights in Riga, the cultural hub of the Baltic region www.beyondtravel.com.au

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DAY 1 Krakow DAY 5 Warsaw – Olsztyn DAY 8 Vilnius – DAY 11 Riga – Tallinn Your tour commences with an optional This morning travel through the forests Hill Of Crosses – Riga Drive along the coastal highway to the arrival transfer to your hotel. This of North Poland into the Masurian Depart Vilnius and stop at the Hill of Estonian resort town of Pärnu. Enjoy evening, join your fellow travellers Lakeland. Your afternoon excursion Crosses, one of Lithuania’s most holy a short tour before travelling through and guide at a welcome meeting. B takes in the myriad of postglacial lakes, sites. Then cross into Latvia and visit northern Estonia to Tallinn. B Novotel Krakow Centrum (4 star) charming Mragowa, the baroque Rundale Palace. Arrive in Riga in the late Radisson Blu Hotel Olympia (4 star) church of Swieta Lipka and picturesque afternoon. B DAY 2 Krakow Gizycko. This evening you’ll reach Hotel Wellton Riverside (4 star) DAY 12 Tallinn A morning tour of this once royal capital Olsztyn and check into your hotel. B Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval takes you to the charming Old Town Hotel Przystan (4 star) DAY 9 Riga tranquillity and modern urban life. to see St. Mary’s Church and the Cloth Enjoy a morning walking tour of Riga’s Explore the walled city on a walking Hall before visiting Wawel Castle and its DAY 6 Olsztyn – Old Town, including Riga Castle, Dome tour and see Toompea Castle, Dome Cathedral. B Kaunas – Vilnius Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church and Cathedral and Old Town Hall. In the Novotel Krakow Centrum (4 star) Today, continue along the eastern Freedom Monument. Join an optional afternoon, take an optional excursion to fringe of the Masurian Lakeland into afternoon excursion to Jurmala, famous Kadriorg Park with its baroque palace DAY 3 Krakow – Lithuania. Make a brief stop in Kaunas, for its wooden architecture and in the built for Peter the Great and KUMU, Czestochowa – Warsaw former capital of Lithuania, to admire its evening, an optional organ concert at the award-winning new Estonian Travel to Czestochowa, to visit the beautiful Old Town and elegant baroque the Dome Cathedral will be offered. B Art museum. Your final evening is Yasna Gora Monastery and its famous Town Hall. Arrive in Vilnius. B Hotel Wellton Riverside (4 star) celebrated with an optional medieval Black Madonna. Reach Warsaw in the Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva (4 star) dinner. B afternoon and check in to your hotel. B DAY 10 Riga Radisson Blu Hotel Olympia (4 star) Hotel Mercure Warsaw Centrum DAY 7 Vilnius This morning’s optional tour is to (4 star) Vilnius is a maze of baroque inspired Gauja National Park, where you visit DAY 13 Tallinn architecture and cobblestone streets. Sigulda and the ruins of two castles. Your tour concludes with an optional DAY 4 Warsaw Your walking tour of the Old Town visits The afternoon offers an optional visit to departure transfer for your onward Your morning sightseeing tour of Warsaw the city’s cathedral, Gediminas Tower, the Riga Motor Museum which has an journey. B takes you along the Royal Route into the Old University and 16th century Gates impressive collection of vintage cars Old Town with its Royal Castle, St. John’s of the Dawn. The afternoon offers including some Soviet limousines from All optional tours featured in the itinerary Cathedral and bustling Market Square. B an optional excursion to Trakai, the the Kremlin Garage. B can be purchased during your tour. Hotel Mercure Warsaw Centrum medieval capital of Lithuania. B Hotel Wellton Riverside (4 star) Full details and prices will be supplied (4 star) Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva (4 star) with your travel documentation.

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10 Days / Tallinn to Tallinn

TALLINN

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Travel with a small group (maximum 26) Escorted by a professional multilingual Tour Manager May 8, 22; Jun 5, 12, 19, 26; Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Aug 7, 14, 21, 28; Sep 4 Uncover the highlights of 3 wonderful 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation countries: Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania 9 breakfasts Prices from $1,755 Admire the stunning landscapes and Guided tours: Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn, Klaipeda and Pärnu Per Person Single medieval ruins of Gauja National Park Visit: Palmse Manor House, Rundale Palace and Twin Share Supplement Be charmed by the delights of Tallinn’s Hill of Crosses Tallinn – Tallinn from $1,755 from $705 picturesque Old Town Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, availability and detailed information, visit our website www.beyondtravel.com.au Small Group Tour Small Group Tour Earlybird Discover More Extend your stay Travel Voucher $100 per couple Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. options in Tallinn (see page 40).

DAY 1 Tallinn DAY 4 Vilnius – DAY 6 Klaipeda – Riga DAY 8 Riga – Tallinn Your tour commences with an optional Trakai – Klaipeda This morning’s sightseeing tour Continue along the coastal highway arrival transfer. This evening, join your Lithuania’s lovely capital is famous of Klaipeda takes you on a walk to the Estonian resort town of Pärnu. fellow travellers and your guide at a for having more than 1,200 medieval through the Old Town with its narrow, Enjoy a short tour before heading into welcome meeting. buildings and 48 churches. Your cobblestone streets and old guild the dense forests as you travel through Radisson Blu Hotel Olympia (4 star) morning sightseeing includes a houses. Continuing north, visit northern Estonia to Tallinn. B panoramic walking tour of the Old Town picturesque Lake Platelli and the Hill of Radisson Blu Hotel Olympia (4 star) DAY 2 Tallinn – Lahemaa and renowned sights such as Crosses before reaching Riga in the late National Park – Cesis St. Stanislav’s Cathedral, Gediminas afternoon. In the evening, an optional DAY 9 Tallinn Depart Tallinn and head south via Tower, the Gothic St. Anna’s Church organ concert in the Dome Cathedral is Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval Lahemaa National Park to visit the and “Gates of the Dawn.” After, continue available. B tranquillity and modern urban life. The Manor Houses in Palmse and Vihula. to Trakai for a visit to its well preserved Hotel Wellton Riverside Old Town is explored on a walking tour Continue to Tartu for a brief tour of the castle situated on an island in Lake where you will see Toompea Castle, charming Old Town. Cross the border Galve. Arrive at Klaipeda in the late DAY 7 Riga Dome Cathedral, Alexander Nevsky into Latvia and travel to Cesis, a quaint afternoon. B Riga is the largest of the three Baltic Church and Old Town Hall. An afternoon Hanseatic city known for its winding National Hotel (4 star) capitals and boasts a true kaleidoscope optional excursion will be offered to streets, historic castle ruins and lavish of architectural styles. Your walking tour Kadriorg Park with its baroque palace gardens. B DAY 5 Klaipeda of the Old Town includes Riga Castle built for Peter the Great and KUMU, Hotel Kolonna Cesis (3 star) Enjoy a free day for your own activities and Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the award-winning new Estonian Art or join the full-day optional excursion to the Swedish Gates and Freedom museum, with its collections of classic DAY 3 Cesis – Gauja National the Curonian Spit, a narrow peninsula Monument. This afternoon, opt to and contemporary fine art. Your final Park – Vilnius 100km long between the Baltic Sea and visit Jurmala, famous for its wooden evening offers an optional medieval Today, drive through Gauja National the Curonian Lagoon which is home to architecture and sandy beaches. This dinner. B Park and admire its picturesque quaint fishing villages, huge pine forests evening, enjoy an optional Latvian dinner Radisson Blu Hotel Olympia (4 star) landscapes, medieval castle ruins and and endless sand dunes. This evening, at a local restaurant. B unique sculpture parks. En route to enjoy an optional Lithuanian dinner at a Hotel Wellton Riverside DAY 10 Tallinn Lithuania, visit the magnificent Rundale local restaurant. B Your tour concludes with an optional Palace, built by Rastrelli as the summer National Hotel (4 star) departure transfer for your onward residence of the Duke of Courland. journey. B Arrive in Vilnius late in the afternoon. B Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva (4 star)

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8 Days / Vilnius to Tallinn

TRAKAI

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Travel with a small group (maximum 26) Escorted by a professional English-speaking* Tour Manager May 10, 24; Jun 7, 14, 21, 28; Jul 5*, 12*, 19*, 26*; Aug 2*, 9*, 16*, 23*, 30; Sep 6 Visit the unique 14th C island castle 4 star hotel accommodation *English only departures. All other dates are multi-lingual. in Trakai 7 breakfasts Explore the quaint old town of Klaipeda Guided tours: Vilnius, Klaipeda, Riga, Pärnu and Tallinn Prices from $1,310 with its many churches Visit: Trakai Castle, Lake Platelli and Hill of Crosses Per Person Single Experience the eeriness of the iconic Twin Share Supplement Entrance fees Hill of Crosses Vilnius – Tallinn from $1,310 from $620 Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, availability and detailed information, visit our website. Small Group Tour Earlybird Discover More Extend your stay Travel Voucher $100 per couple Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. options in Tallinn (see page 40) and Vilnius (see page 42).

DAY 1 Vilnius DAY 4 Klaipeda - Riga DAY 6 Riga - Tallinn Arrive in Vilnius with an optional transfer This morning’s sightseeing tour of Drive along the coastal highway to the to your hotel. Tonight, join your fellow Klaipeda takes you on a walk through the Estonian summer resort of Pärnu. Enjoy travellers and Tour Manager at a Old Town with its narrow, cobblestone a short tour of the resort before travelling welcome meeting. streets and old guild houses. Continue through northern Estonia to Tallinn. B Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva (4 star) north to Lake Platelli and pass the Hill Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia (4 star) of Crosses before reaching Riga in the DAY 2 Vilnius - Klaipeda late afternoon. This evening, an optional DAY 7 Tallinn Explore Lithuania’s lovely capital on organ concert in the Dome Cathedral is Explore the walled city of Tallinn on a a walking tour of the Old Town and available. B walking tour and see Toompea Castle, renowned sights such as St. Stanislav’s Hotel Wellton Riverside (4 star) Dome Cathedral and Old Town Hall. Cathedral, Gediminas Castle, the Gothic In the afternoon, take an optional St. Anna’s Church and “Gates of the DAY 5 Riga excursion to Kadriorg Park with its Dawn.” After, continue to Trakai for a Riga, founded in 1201, is a true baroque palace built for Peter the Great. visit to its well-preserved castle situated kaleidoscope of architectural styles. Your final evening is celebrated with an on an island in Lake Galve. Arrive in Your walking tour of the Old Town optional medieval dinner. B Klaipeda late afternoon. B includes Riga Castle, Dome Cathedral, Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia (4 star) Hotel National (4 star) St. Peter’s Church and Freedom Monument. In the afternoon, join an DAY 8 Tallinn DAY 3 Klaipeda optional visit to Jurmala which is Your tour concludes after breakfast with Today, opt to join a full-day optional famous for its wooden architecture and an optional departure transfer. B excursion to the Curonian Spit, a narrow sandy beaches. This evening enjoy an peninsula 100km long between the Baltic optional dinner at a traditional Latvian Sea and the Curonian Lagoon, home to restaurant. B quaint fishing villages, huge pine forests Hotel Wellton Riverside (4 star) and endless sand dunes. This evening, enjoy an optional Lithuanian dinner at a local restaurant. B Hotel National (4 star) TALLINN

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7 Days / Warsaw to Krakow

WARSAW

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures May 9, 30; Jun 13; Jul 4, 18; Aug 8, 22; Sep 5, 19; Oct 3 Enjoy traditional Polish dishes and see Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager why Poland is one of the food capitals of 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation Prices from $1,725 Eastern Europe 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners Per Person Single Explore Warsaw, a city almost Twin Share Supplement destroyed in WWII Guided tours: Warsaw, Zakopane, Krakow Warsaw – Krakow from $1,725 from $425 Take a scenic cable car journey to Visit: Jasna Gora Monastery, Pieniny National Park, the Martyrdom Museum at Auschwitz-Birkenau, Wieliczka Gubalowka Mountain for spectacular For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, Salt Mine views of the High Tatra Mountains availability and detailed information, visit our website Visit the former Nazi concentration Frederic Chopin part piano recital www.beyondtravel.com.au camp of Auschwitz-Birkenau Dunajec River rafting trip Witness a folklore show and enjoy a Entrance fees farewell dinner in Wieliczka Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Warsaw (see page 36) and Krakow (see page 37).

DAY 1 Warsaw DAY 3 Warsaw – on Wawel Hill. This is followed by the Your tour commences with an optional Czestochowa – Zakopane Old Town with its Market Square and arrival airport transfer to your hotel. In the Your Polish journey continues south to Cloth Hall. In the afternoon, visit the evening, meet your fellow travellers for a Zakopane, one of the most picturesque former Nazi concentration camp of drive along the Royal Route and a short places in Poland located at the foot Auschwitz-Birkenau. BL walk through the Old Town. A welcome of the Tatra Mountains. En route, you Novotel Krakow City West (4 star) dinner of Polish specialties tonight is at a will visit Yasna Gora Monastery in local restaurant. D Czestochowa, home to the famous DAY 6 Krakow / Wieliczka Novotel Warszawa Centrum (4 star) portrait of the Black Madonna. BL Enjoy a morning at leisure to further Mercure Kasprowy (3 star) explore Krakow. The afternoon is DAY 2 Warsaw reserved for a visit to the oldest salt This morning you will be introduced DAY 4 Zakopane – Krakow mine in Europe at Wieliczka, an amazing to Warsaw’s highlights on a city tour Embark on sightseeing tour of underground world of salt lakes, that includes the Old Town, beautifully Zakopane, renowned for its many galleries and chapels. After a tour of the re-built after World War II, the impressive beautiful wooden churches and many chambers, grottoes and chapels, Royal Castle, where Poland’s chapels, then take a cable car up return to have a farewell dinner in a local Constitution was proclaimed in 1791, and Gubalowka Mountain for spectacular restaurant, then return to Krakow. BD the former area of the infamous Warsaw views of the High Tatra Mountains. En Novotel Krakow City West (4 star) Ghetto. In the evening, you will be treated route to Krakow, enjoy a leisurely boat to a concert of the works of Frederic trip along the scenic Dunajec River. BD DAY 7 Krakow Chopin, Poland’s greatest composer, Novotel Krakow City West (4 star) Your tour concludes with an performed by a pianist in a two-part optional departure transfer for your recital. BL DAY 5 Krakow / onward journey. B Novotel Warszawa Centrum (4 star) Auschwitz – Birkenau This morning, take a sightseeing tour of Krakow and visit the Royal Castle home to three dynasties of Polish monarchs, and the Cathedral, the coronation and burial site of many Polish kings, WIELICZKA

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11 Days / Warsaw to Warsaw

KRAKOW

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures May 9, 30; Jun 13; Jul 4, 18; Aug 8, 22; Sep 5, 19; Oct 3 Visit all the major cities in Poland and get Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager a great feel for this country 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation Prices from $2,810 Explore the Polish great outdoors with 10 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 3 dinners Per Person Single an overnight in the Tatra Mountains Guided tours: Warsaw, Zakopane, Krakow, Torun, Gdansk Twin Share Supplement Visit the oldest salt mine in Europe Visit: Jasna Gora Monastery, Gubalowka Mountain, Auschwitz- Warsaw – Warsaw from $2,810 from $750 Enjoy a scenic boat cruise on the Birkenau, Wieliczka Salt Mine, Lowicz Castle, Teutonic Knights For the best fares including triple prices, HOT deals, Dunajec River in Krakow Castle, Oliwa Cathedral availability and detailed information, visit our website See Malbork castle, an imposing Entrance fees reminder of the Teutonic Knights www.beyondtravel.com.au Frederic Chopin part piano recital Visit the UNESCO old town of Gdansk Dunajec River rafting trip Enjoy a concert performance in Oliwa at the city’s cathedral Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Extend your stay Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options in Warsaw (see page 36).

DAY 1 Warsaw DAY 4 Zakopane – Krakow mine in Europe at Wieliczka. After a tour DAY 9 Gdansk / Malbork Your tour commences with an optional Embark on a sightseeing tour and see the of the mines, enjoy dinner and a folklore Take a tour of Gdansk’s picturesque Old arrival transfer to your hotel. In the many beautiful wooden churches and show. BD Town, complete with unique Hanseatic- evening, meet your fellow travellers and chapels which Zakopane is renowned. Novotel Krakow City West Hotel style architecture. See the Upland Tour Manager for a drive along the Royal Then take a cable car up Gubalowka (4 star) and Golden Gates, Prison Tower, and Route and a walk through the Old Town. Mountain for spectacular views of the Mariacka Street and Long Market lined A welcome dinner of Polish specialties is Tatra Mountains. En route to Krakow, DAY 7 Krakow – Torun with grand mansions. This afternoon at a local restaurant. D enjoy a boat trip along the scenic After breakfast, drive north to Lowicz, a you will visit Malbork Castle, a massive Novotel Warsaw Centrum (4 star) Dunajec River. BD typical Mazovian town famous for its folk red-brick structure which is an imposing Novotel Krakow City West Hotel art. Enjoy a wonderful lunch hosted by reminder of the Teutonic Knights. BL DAY 2 Warsaw (4 star) a local family in a cottage at the foot of Hotel Mercure Gdansk Stare Miasto Highlights of a half-day city tour include Lowicz Castle. Then continue to Torun, (4 star) Warsaw’s Old Town, the impressive DAY 5 Krakow / Auschwitz – considered one of the most historic Royal Castle, and the former Warsaw Birkenau cities of Poland. BL DAY 10 Gdansk – Gdynia – Ghetto. In the evening, be treated to a Krakow, the medieval capital of Poland, Hotel Mercure Torun Centrum Sopot – Oliwa – Warsaw Chopin concert, performed by a pianist is a royal city located on the Vistula River. (3 star) Today’s first stop is Gdynia, the in a two-part recital. BL Visit the Royal Castle and Cathedral youngest city of the tri-city complex, Novotel Warsaw Centrum (4 star) on Wawel Hill and the Old Town with its DAY 8 Torun – Gdansk which also includes Sopot the famous Market Square. In the afternoon, visit Begin today with a tour of the UNESCO- seaside resort on the Baltic Sea. DAY 3 Warsaw – the former Nazi concentration camp of listed Old Town including its 13th century Afterwards you will travel south towards Czestochowa – Zakopane Auschwitz-Birkenau. BL Town Hall, medieval fortification walls Warsaw, stopping en route at in Oliwa Your journey continues south to Novotel Krakow City West Hotel and charming streets. Afterwards travel to take in a concert performance at the Zakopane. En route, you will visit Yasna (4 star) to Gdansk, the birthplace of Poland’s city’s cathedral, famous for its one-of-a Gora Monastery in Czestochowa, Solidarity movement. Upon arrival, take kind pipe organ. Arrive back to Warsaw home to the famous Black Madonna. DAY 6 Krakow / Wieliczka a brief orientation walk around town then in the late afternoon. BL This afternoon, start your discovery of This morning is at leisure to further the rest of your day is at leisure. BL Novotel Warsaw Centrum (4 star) Zakopane, one of the most picturesque explore Krakow yourself. The afternoon Hotel Mercure Gdansk Stare Miasto parts of Poland right at the foot of the is reserved for a visit to the oldest salt (4 star) DAY 11 Warsaw Tatra Mountains. BL Your tour concludes with an optional Mercure Kasprowy (3 star) departure transfer for your onward journey. B

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10 Days / Between Prague and Budapest

BUDAPEST

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures January to December Discover the cobbled lanes and 3 star hotel accommodation bohemian vibe of Old Town Prague 9 breakfasts Prices from $2,075 Walk in the footsteps of history’s great Guided tours: Prague, Vienna and Budapest Per Person Twin Share artists and composers in the imperial city of Vienna 2nd class rail: Prague – Vienna, Vienna – Budapest Prague – Budapest (or reverse) from $2,075 Arrival and departure transfers Take the time to indulge in Budapest’s For the best fares including single and triple prices, thermal healing waters HOT deals, availability and detailed information, Enjoy a train ride through the visit our website countryside from Prague to Vienna – www.beyondtravel.com.au a perfect opportunity to relax

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DAY 1 Prague Cesky Krumlov in Bohemia; the well- DAY 6 Vienna DAY 9 Budapest Your tour commences with an arrival known spa town of Karlovy Vary or the Today is at leisure to explore this imperial Today is at leisure for you to explore transfer to your hotel, the rest of the day silver mining town of Kutna Hora, which city. Some optional excursions we this beautiful city. Optional excursions is free to explore Prague. The evening, includes the famous Bone Church – for recommend are a leisurely cruise along available include a trip to the as the sun sets, is a perfect time to cross details of these excursions and more the Danube Valley to the Benedictine picturesque artist’s village of Szentendre the Charles Bridge and see the city please see page 28/29. B Abbey at Melk or an evening of on the banks of the Danube; the beautifully illuminated at night. Hotel Cloister Inn (3 star) Viennese songs and operettas at a charming wine town of Eger; Lake Hotel Cloister Inn (3 star) Grinzing wine tavern. For full details Balaton and the many spa resorts that DAY 4 Prague – Vienna of these and many other tour options line the lake. For full details of all of the DAY 2 Prague Continue your trip with a transfer to please see page 33. B tours please see page 31. B Prague, the City of Spires, is a the station for your 4 hour train ride to Hotel Stefanie (3 star) Promenade City Hotel (3 star) fascinating blend of Gothic architecture, Vienna. After a pleasant journey through medieval atmosphere and historic the Central European countryside arrive DAY 7 Vienna – Budapest DAY 10 Budapest facades. On a city tour take a walk in the Austrian capital to be met with a Transfer by private vehicle to the railway Your tour concludes with a departure through the Hradcany District with private transfer to your hotel for the next station for your 3 hour train journey to transfer for your onward journey. B Prague Castle and Cathedral, the three nights. B Budapest. On arrival transfer to your Golden Lane and St. Vitus’ Cathedral. Hotel Stefanie (3 star) hotel and then begin exploring the See the Charles Bridge before a drive Hungarian capital. B through the Jewish Quarter and the DAY 5 Vienna Promenade City Hotel (3 star) Old Town Square. Your afternoon is at A morning tour of Vienna will showcase leisure to soak up the atmosphere of this the historical sights of Vienna. Along the DAY 8 Budapest intriguing city. B Ringstrasse see the State Opera House, This morning, take a city tour of Budapest, Hotel Cloister Inn (3 star) Museum Quarter, Hofburg Palace and two former villages, Buda and Pest that Town Hall. The highlight of the tour straddle the mighty River Danube. Cross DAY 3 Prague is a visit to magnificent Schönbrunn the Danube to the Buda side and see Today is at leisure to get to know the Palace, former summer residence of the the Royal Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion capital city of the Czech Republic. Hapsburg family. During your free time in and Gellert Hill for spectacular views of Alternatively, we recommend an the afternoon, visit one of the city’s many the city. Back in Pest pass St. Stephen’s optional excursion out of the city – renowned museums and palaces. B Basilica and the Opera House en route to why not visit the medieval town of Hotel Stefanie (3 star) Heroes’ Square. B BUDAPEST Promenade City Hotel (3 star)

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11 Days / Prague to Budapest

SPIS CASTLE, KEZMAROK

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures January to December Travel through some of Eastern Europe’s most 4 star hotel accommodation fascinating countries – the Czech Republic, 10 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners Prices from $4,455 Slovakia and Hungary Guided tours: Prague, Cesky Krumlov, Telc, Trebon, Per Person Twin Share Wander the cobbled laneways of Bohemia’s Bratislava and Budapest Cesky Krumlov Prague – Budapest from $4,455 Entrance fees Taste the local Slovakian wines at a family winery For the best fares including single and triple prices, in Modra Transportation by shuttle bus: Prague – Cesky Krumlov, Cesky Krumlov – Bratislava HOT deals, availability and detailed information, Overnight in the scenic High Tatras mountain range visit our website 1st class rail tickets: Bratislava – Poprad Explore the cosmopolitan city of Budapest www.beyondtravel.com.au Transportation by private, air-conditioned vehicle: Poprad – Kosice – Budapest Arrival and departure transfers Earlybird Discover More

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DAY 1 Prague DAY 4 Cesky Krumlov / continue to Pezinok to visit a local DAY 9 Kosice – Budapest Your tour commences with an arrival Telc – Trebon pottery manufacturer, before returning Cross the border and drive to the transfer to your hotel. The remainder Travel east to Telc for a tour of the to Bratislava. BL Hungarian capital city of Budapest. of the day is at leisure to explore this Renaissance Old Town including the Skaritz Hotel & Residence (4 star) The balance of your day is at leisure to charming city. A walk through the main square with its many multi-coloured start your exploration of this city whose Old Town and across Charles Bridge gabled house. After free time, depart DAY 7 Bratislava – Poprad – two main parts are divided by the is recommended. for Trebon, the famous centre of the Tatranska Lomnica Danube River. B Hotel Leonardo (4 star) Bohemian lakes area and a well-known From Bratislava, board a scenic train Boutique Hotel (4 star) spa town. After a walking tour of the town through the majestic Tatra Mountains DAY 2 Prague with your guide return to Cesky Krumlov to Poprad, from where you will drive DAY 10 Budapest Your comprehensive scheduled city for overnight. B to a village in the High Tatras, a region On a morning scheduled city tour tour includes Wenceslas Square, Hotel Bellevue (4 star) famous for its traditional costumes and you first visit Pest to see St. Stephen’s Charles Bridge, Prague’s Royal Castle, typical wooden architecture. B Basilica, State Opera House, Hero’s medieval Old Town Square and historic DAY 5 Cesky Krumlov – Grand Hotel Praha (4 star) Square and House of Parliament. Jewish Quarter. After a free afternoon, Bratislava Then cross the Danube River to Buda this evening’s dinner will be in a stylish This morning take a shuttle transfer DAY 8 Tatranska Lomnica – where you will visit St. Matthias Church, wine cellar where you can enjoy to Bratislava, capital of the Slovak Spis – Kosice Fisherman’s Bastion and the castle traditional Czech dishes whilst being Republic. Your city tour will include Leaving the High Tatras by private district. In the evening, enjoy a Hungarian entertained with a folklore show. BD the castle, historic restored Old Town, vehicle you will visit the historic dinner and folklore show. BD Hotel Leonardo (4 star) St. Martin’s Cathedral and Primate’s town of Kezmarok and explore the Boutique Hotel (4 star) Palace. B dramatic ruins of Spis Castle* built in DAY 3 Prague – Cesky Krumlov Skaritz Hotel & Residence (4 star) the 12th century. Following lunch (own DAY 11 Budapest Take the morning shuttle transfer through expense), you continue to Kosice, Your tour concludes with a departure the beautiful Bohemian countryside to DAY 6 Bratislava / Small where you will have a tour of the transfer for your onward journey. B the medieval town of Cesky Krumlov. Carpathians Old Town and dinner. BD After check in at your hotel, meet your Take an excursion to the picturesque Hotel Bristol (4 star) local guide for a privately guided tour of Small Carpathians region where you will this UNESCO-protected town with its visit a family winery in Modra to enjoy *Note: Spis Castle is only open April to cobblestone streets and grand castle, lunch and wine tasting. Afterwards November. one of the largest in Europe. B Hotel Bellevue (4 star)

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16 Days / Berlin to Budapest

PRAGUE

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures January to December Embrace the energy of Berlin, from the 4 star hotel accommodation east to the west there is much to see 15 breakfasts Prices from $3,255 Explore Poland’s two great cities, Guided tours: Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, Per Person Twin Share resilient Warsaw and charming Krakow Wieliczka Salt Mine, Prague, Vienna and Budapest Berlin – Budapest from $3,255 Experience the culture and the history of Entrance fees Europe’s imperial cities, Prague, Vienna For the best fares including single and triple prices, and Budapest 2nd class rail: Berlin-Warsaw, Warsaw-Krakow, Prague-Vienna and Vienna-Budapest HOT deals, availability and detailed information, See the Wieliczka Salt Mines – a World visit our website Heritage UNESCO Cultural Heritage site Coach: Krakow-Prague www.beyondtravel.com.au Enjoy relaxing train travel Arrival and departure transfers by private vehicle (except Warsaw due to proximity of hotel to station)

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DAY 1 Berlin DAY 5 Warsaw DAY 8 Krakow DAY 12 Prague – Vienna Start your discovery of Central Europe This 700-year-old city is a symbol of This morning, explore the famous Travel by train through the European in Berlin with a transfer to your hotel. The Polish nationhood and the will to survive Wieliczka Salt Mines. In 1978 the mine countryside to Vienna where you will be remainder of your day is free. against great odds. Today, enjoy a city was placed on the UNESCO World met with a private transfer to your hotel. B Leonardo Royal Hotel (4 star) tour covering all the must see sights Cultural Heritage list. The rest of your Hotel Kaiserhof (4 star) including Monument to the Heroes of day can be spent at leisure. B DAY 2 Berlin the Warsaw Ghetto and the Barbican. Hotel Senacki (4 star) DAY 13 Vienna Few European cities have a history as This evening is at your leisure. We Your tour of Vienna will showcase all the fascinating and turbulent as Berlin. On suggest a stroll down the pedestrian DAY 9 Krakow – Prague historical sights. During your free time in this comprehensive sightseeing tour street Nowy Swiat to find famous This morning you will travel by coach the afternoon, visit one of the city’s many you will see the city’s landmark sights A. Blikle, the best place to sample from Poland to the Czech Republic. On renowned museums and be sure to try - parts of the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Polish pastries. B arrival in Prague, transfer to your hotel. B the famous apple strudel. B Gate, the Reichstag, ‘Unter den Linden’ Polonia Palace Hotel (4 star) Hotel Leonardo (4 star) Hotel Kaiserhof (4 star) boulevard, Potsdamer Platz and the Berlin Cathedral. B DAY 6 Warsaw – Krakow DAY 10 Prague DAY 14 Vienna – Budapest Leonardo Royal Hotel (4 star) Enjoy the views of rural Poland as you The ‘City of Spires’ is a fascinating Transfer to the railway station for your journey by train from Warsaw to Krakow. blend of Gothic architecture, medieval train to Budapest. On arrival, transfer to DAY 3 Berlin On arrival transfer to your hotel. B atmosphere and historic facades. your hotel. B Discover more of Berlin with a full day at Hotel Senacki (4 star) Enjoy a walking city tour and take in all Hotel K&K Opera (4 star) leisure. We suggest a visit to ‘Museum the famous sites. Your afternoon is at Island’, or a day trip to the ‘Garden City’ DAY 7 Krakow leisure. B DAY 15 Budapest of Potsdam. Make sure to also indulge in Today you will discover the beautiful, Hotel Leonardo (4 star) Today’s tour will take you to the some hearty Bavarian dishes! B historic, and culture-packed city of two former villages of Buda and Pest. Leonardo Royal Hotel (4 star) Kraków on a sightseeing tour. Visit the DAY 11 Prague See the Royal Castle, Fisherman’s former Jewish district of Kazimierz, Today is at leisure to further explore Bastion, St. Stephen’s Basilica and DAY 4 Berlin – Warsaw Wawel Hill and the Royal Castle, the the capital city of the Czech Republic. Heroes’ Square. B Transfer to the railway station for your Main Market Square in the Old Town Perhaps investigate the KGB Museum, Hotel K&K Opera (4 star) train to Warsaw where the rest of your with its large Gothic Cloth Hall. End the take a walk to find the John Lennon Wall day is at leisure to acquaint yourself with or taste some authentic beer. B DAY 16 Budapest day at St. Mary’s Church. B Your tour concludes with a departure the Polish capital. B Hotel Senacki (4 star) Hotel Leonardo (4 star) Hotel Polonia Palace (4 star) transfer for your onward journey. B

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15 Days / Tallinn to Krakow

VILNIUS

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures January to December Marvel at the picturesque landscapes of Gauja 4 star hotel accommodation * National Park, known as ‘Livonian Switzerland’ 14 breakfasts Prices from $6,495 See the eerie Hill of Crosses, Lithuania’s largest English-speaking guide/driver Per Person Twin Share Catholic site Guided tours: Tallinn, Riga, Gauja National Park, Tallinn – Krakow from $6,495 Overnight in the Castle Ryn Hotel, a Rundale Palace, Vilnius, Mazury Lake District, meticulously restored Teutonic Castle in the Warsaw, Lodz, Wroclaw and Krakow For the best fares including single and triple prices, Mazury Lake District Services of English-speaking local guides HOT deals, availability and detailed information, Explore the historic Old Towns of Warsaw, visit our website Wroclaw and Krakow Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle www.beyondtravel.com.au Arrival and departure transfers Earlybird Discover More per couple Extend your stay Travel Voucher $100 Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. in Tallinn (see page 40).

DAY 1 Tallinn DAY 5 Riga / Gauja National Park DAY 8 Vilnius – DAY 11 Warsaw – Your tour of the Baltics and Poland starts After breakfast, take an excursion to Mazury Lake District Lodz – Wroclaw today with an arrival airport transfer to Gauja National Park. Established in Today, cross into northeast Poland, Today, drive to Wroclaw. En route, your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to 1973 and known as the ’Livonian where your destination is the visit the city of Lodz to see Poznanski explore Tallinn. Switzerland’, you’ll discover a unique picturesque Mazury Lake District. En Palace and take a tour of the remarkable My City Hotel (4 star) combination of picturesque landscapes, route, stop at Wigry National Park for a Factory Museum, then on to Wroclaw. B the Gauja River and medieval castles. cruise on the lake to see Cameldolite Best Western Premier City Centre DAY 2 Tallinn You will also visit 12th century Sigulda Monastery. Also visit Boyen Fortress, (4 star) On a comprehensive tour of this and the ruins of Turaida Castle. B one of the biggest Prussian fortifications perfectly preserved walled city, you Hotel Opera & Spa (4 star) built in the 19th century. B DAY 12 Wroclaw – will see Tallinn’s Dome Cathedral, Castle Ryn Hotel (4 star) Moszna – Krakow Toompea Castle and medieval 13th DAY 6 Riga – Vilnius This morning with your guide visit century Town Hall. B Travel south to Rundale Palace, built in DAY 9 Mazury Lake Wroclaw’s Ostrow Tumski (Cathedral My City Hotel (4 star) the 17th century by the baroque master, District – Warsaw Island), Wroclaw Cathedral and famous Rastrelli. After a tour of its state rooms This morning you visit Gierloz (Wolf’s Lair), Raclawice Panorama. Continue to DAY 3 Tallinn – Riga and gardens, continue into Lithuania and Hitler’s headquarters for the eastern front Krakow. B Depart for Riga by private vehicle along on to Vilnius, stopping en route at Siauliai during WWII, and Swieta Lipka, a lovely Hotel Senacki (4 star) the Via Baltica Highway. Arrive at your to see the evocative Hill of Crosses. B baroque church famous for its legendary hotel in the afternoon, and the rest of your Hotel Artis Centrum (4 star) silver Madonna. You will also experience DAY 13 Krakow day can be spent at leisure. B gothic Nidzica Castle before continuing to On this morning’s tour see Wawel Castle Hotel Opera & Spa (4 star) DAY 7 Vilnius the Polish capital, Warsaw. B and visit Krakow’s historic centre. This On your tour of the charming Old Town, Hotel Polonia Palace (4 star) afternoon visit Krakow’s Jewish district of DAY 4 Riga walk the maze of cobblestone streets Kazimierz and the Schindler Museum. B Explore Riga’s fascinating mix of and admire the city’s highlights, such as DAY 10 Warsaw Hotel Senacki (4 star) German, Latvian and Russian heritage St. Anna’s Church, Chapel of the Dawn, On a morning city tour, discover the on a walking tour which will include the Vilnius Cathedral and the 14th century Royal Route and learn about Jewish DAY 14 Krakow Art Nouveau district and the Freedom Gediminas Tower. B Warsaw including a visit to the former A day at leisure. B Monument, Swedish Gate, St. Peter’s Hotel Artis Centrum (4 star) Ghetto and the Old Town, beautifully Hotel Senacki (4 star) Church and Dome Cathedral. B rebuilt after WWII. B Hotel Opera & Spa (4 star) DAY 15 Krakow Hotel Polonia Palace (4 star) Your tour concludes with a departure *From price is per person based on twin share in low season. transfer for your onward journey. B

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7 Days / Between Tallinn and Vilnius

RIGA

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 Guaranteed departures January to December Wander through Tallinn’s historic and 4 star hotel accommodation charming Old Town 6 breakfasts Prices from $1,460 See the Three brothers, the oldest Guided tours: Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius Per Person Twin Share complex of houses in Riga Transportation by air-conditioned coach: Tallinn – Vilnius (or reverse) from $1,460 Visit the Gates of Dawn, one of the most Tallinn – Riga, Riga – Vilnius visited shrines in Vilnius Arrival and departure transfers by private vehicle For the best fares including single and triple prices, Enjoy leisure time to absorb the local HOT deals, availability and detailed information, culture, or for more in-depth exploration visit our website there is a range of optional excursions www.beyondtravel.com.au

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DAY 1 Tallinn DAY 3 Tallinn – Riga DAY 5 Riga – Vilnius Your discovery of the Baltic region This morning, you will be transferred to After breakfast, depart for Vilnius by begins with an arrival transfer to your the coach terminal for your scheduled scheduled coach service. You will be hotel. The remainder of your day is at coach service to Riga. On arrival you’ll transferred from the hotel to the coach leisure to acquaint yourself with the be transferred to your hotel. B terminal. On arrival, be transferred to wonderful sights of Tallinn, Estonia’s Hotel Opera and Spa (4 star) your hotel. B beautiful capital city! Artis Centrum Hotel (4 star) My City Hotel (4 star) DAY 4 Riga Riga is the largest of the three Baltic DAY 6 Vilnius DAY 2 Tallinn capitals and boasts a true kaleidoscope This morning’s walking tour includes Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval of architectural styles. Your walking tour the Old Town with its many renowned tranquility and modern urban life. of the Old Town includes such sights as sights such as St. Stanislav’s Cathedral, A morning walking tour takes you Riga Castle and Cathedral, St. Peter’s Gediminas Castle, the baroque Peter along the cobblestone streets through Church, Powder Tower and Freedom and Paul Church, Gothic St. Anna’s the walled Old Town to see Toompea Monument. The afternoon and evening Church and “Gates of the Dawn”. Castle, Dome Cathedral and Old Town are at leisure for you to experience The remainder of the day is free for your Hall. The rest of the day is free for you to this beautiful city, or possibly enjoy own exploration or take an optional further explore Tallinn. B an optional excursion to impressive afternoon excursion to Trakai Castle My City Hotel (4 star) Rundale Palace, built by Rastrelli as (see page 42 for details). B the summer residence of the Duke of Artis Centrum Hotel (4 star) Courland (see page 41 for details). B Hotel Opera and Spa (4 star) DAY 7 Vilnius Your tour concludes with a departure Today, there is an opportunity to visit the transfer for your onward journey. B Hill of Crosses, one of Lithuania’s most holy relics (at additional expense). Please enquire with Beyond Travel for further details.

VILLNIUS

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9 Days / Between Sofia and Bucharest

DRACULA CASTLE, BRAN

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures January to December Discover Rila Monastery, an English-speaking guide/driver architectural beauty hidden within the 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation Prices from $4,155 Rila Mountains 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 5 dinners Per Person Twin Share Explore the Romanian Parliament Guided tours: Sofia, Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo, building, the second largest building Sophia – Bucharest (or reverse) from $4,155 in the world constructed by locally Bucharest, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Brasov sourced marble Entrance fees For the best fares including single and triple prices, HOT deals, availability and detailed information, Admire the Medieval town of Biertan in Transportation by air-conditioned visit our website Transylvania www.beyondtravel.com.au Visit the world famous Dracula Castle in Bran Earlybird Discover More Extend your stay Travel Voucher $100 per couple Beyond Travel has a range of City Spotlights and accommodation options Deposit by 31 December 2019. Details on page 8. in Sofia (see page 34) and Bucharest (see page 35).

DAY 1 Sofia Heritage list. After a traditional lunch, DAY 5 Veliko Tarnovo – DAY 7 Sibiu – Sighisoara – Welcome to Bulgaria! Your tour continue to Plovdiv. Spend this evening Ruse – Bucharest Bran – Brasov commences with an arrival transfer. exploring the Capital of Culture for 2019. Discover Veliko Tarnovo’s historic This morning admire the perfectly Spend the remainder of your day BL Tsarevets Hill as well as the Patriarchal preserved, medieval town of Biertan exploring this historic city. D Ramada Plovdiv Trimontium (4 star) Church and Emperor Baldwin’s Tower in Transylvania which has changed Rosslyn Thracia Hotel (4 star) on a guided walking tour. Continue little over time. Continue to beautiful DAY 4 Plovdiv – Kazanlak – through the Rusenski Lom river valley to Sighisoara, birthplace of Vlad Dracula, DAY 2 Sofia Etara – Veliko Tarnovo visit the UNESCO listed rock churches for a city tour and lunch at the famous After breakfast enjoy a sightseeing Admire Plovdiv’s highlights on a walking of Ivanovo, famous for their unique restaurant, Vlad Drakula. In Bran you will tour of the nation’s capital. Highlights tour through the beautiful Old Town and frescoes. Cross the border into Romania tour Dracula’s Castle before travelling to include the 5th century St. Sofia Basilica, marvel at the 18th century Bulgarian and meet your Romanian guide who charming Brasov. BL National Parliament, the ruins of the architecture, Orthodox churches, will travel with you onto Bucharest, for a Boutique Hotel Casa Cranta (4 star) Roman Serdica and the Alexander Muslim mosques and 2nd century panoramic tour of the capital. Your tour Nevsky Cathedral. In the afternoon you Roman Amphitheatre. Continue to will include such sights as the Palace DAY 8 Brasov – Sinaia – have free time to further explore Sofia Kazanluk, capital of the Valley of the of the Parliament, Opera House and Bucharest or opt to take an excursion to Boyana Roses, to learn about the production of Revolution Square. BD Enjoy your morning city tour which will Church. B Bulgarian rose oil followed by a Hotel Central (4 star) reveal the magnificence of Brasov. Visit Rosslyn Thracia Hotel (4 star) visit to the 4th century Thracian the Black Church, the largest Gothic Kazanlak Tomb. After, depart for Etara DAY 6 Bucharest – Sibiu church between Vienna and Istanbul, as DAY 3 Sofia – where you can wander the unique This morning take a tour of the well as the historic Old Town Hall. In the Rila Monastery – Plovdiv open-air museum which recreates Romanian Parliament building, the afternoon travel to Sinaia for a tour of the Today you’ll drive along the picturesque 19th Century Bulgarian life. In the late second largest building in the world. enchanting Peles Castle. Marvel at its mountain roads to Rila Monastery, the afternoon, arrive in the Old Capital, You then depart through the Carpathian fine collection of sculptures, then drive to biggest Bulgarian spiritual center since Veliko Tarnovo. BD Mountains via the spectacular Oltului Bucharest for dinner. BD the Middle Ages. This 10th century Authentic Hotel Gurko (3 star) Valley dotted with centuries old Hotel Central (4 star) monastery contains a rich collection of churches, to medieval Sibiu. This icons, wall-paintings and rare books and afternoon, explore Sibiu on a city DAY 9 Bucharest is included on UNESCO’s World tour and see the Evangelical Church, Your tour concludes after breakfast the Council Tower, Liars’ Bridge, and with an airport transfer for your onward Brukenthal Palace. BD journey. B Hotel Continental Forum (4 star)

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8 Days / Sofia to Sofia

RILA MONASTERY

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures January to December Take a spectacular and scenic English-speaking guide/driver steam train journey through 4 star hotel accommodation Prices from $2,870 Rhodopes Mountain 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 d inners Per Person Twin Share Visit the Ethnographic museum of Etar Guided tours: Sofia, Veliko Tarnovo, Kazanlak, Plovdiv Try traditional Balkan cuisine in authentic Sophia – Sophia from $2,870 Visit: Boyana Church, Rhodopes Mountain, Rila Monastery Bulgarian restaurants For the best fares including single and triple prices, See the magnificent mural paintings in Wine tasting in Struma River Valley HOT deals, availability and detailed information, UNESCO protected Boyana Church Entrance fees visit our website Stay in an authentic 19th century house Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle www.beyondtravel.com.au in the beautiful village of Leshten

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DAY 1 Sofia DAY 3 Sofia – Arbanassi – DAY 5 Plovdiv – Rhodopes DAY 7 Sandanski – Rila Your tour of Bulgaria commences today Veliko Tarnovo Mountain – Leshten Village Monastery – Sofia with an optional airport transfer to your After breakfast, drive to the old residence Your morning sightseeing of Plovdiv Old Today you will visit the famous Rila hotel in central Sofia. The rest of your of Bulgarian Kings – Arbanassi village. Town will take you to see the Ancient Monastery, the biggest Bulgarian day is at leisure to enjoy the country’s Enjoy some time at a local ethnographical Theatre, Fortress Walls and Roman spiritual center since the Middle Ages capital city. complex, before continuing to Veliko Stadium which is still used today. After, located in a beautiful mountain area. Rosslyn Thracia Hotel (4 star) Tarnovo, the old capital of Bulgaria. you’ll continue to Rhodopes Mountain After exploring the church, wall paintings A short sightseeing tour will take you for a journey along the narrow railway and museum continue back to Sofia. BL DAY 2 Sofia Tsarevets Fortress to see the Patriarchal lines. Be sure to have your camera ready Rosslyn Thracia Hotel (4 star) After breakfast embark on a full day church and Emperor Baldwin’s Tower. for this scenic ride! Arrive this afternoon sightseeing tour. Visit St Nedelya After, walk along the old Trade Street to in Leshten we’re you’ll stay the night in a DAY 8 Sofia Square, the Royal Palace, Alexander pick up some handmade souvenirs. BL preserved 19th Century house. BD Your tour concludes after breakfast. B Nevski Cathedral and more. This Grand Hotel Yantra (4 star) Leshten Rural Houses afternoon, continue to the outskirts of Sofia to see Boyana Church, one of the DAY 4 Veliko Tarnovo – DAY 6 Leshten Village – Melnik most perfectly preserved monuments Kazanlak – Plovdiv – Sandanski of East-European medieval art. This This morning you’ll visit a unique open Take a picturesque drive past Pirin evening, enjoy a traditional Bulgarian air museum in Etar which represents Mountain to the most famous wine- dinner and folklore show. BD what local life was like in Bulgaria in the growing region in Bulgaria, Struma River Rosslyn Thracia Hotel (4 star) 19th century. Continue to Kazanlak via Valley, for wine tasting. Then descend to Stoletov peak. Upon arrival, visit the Melnik, the smallest town in the country, replica of Thracian Kazanlak Tomb and where only 800 people live. Continue to a family-run rose oil distillery operating Sandanski, one of the towns bordering since 1909. Reach Plovdiv in the late UNESCO protected Pirin National Park. afternoon. BD The rest of the day is free to wander the Ramada Plovdiv Trimontium (4 star) city’s pedestrian street or enjoy a spa treatment at the hotel. BL Interhotel Sandanski (4 star)

RILA MONASTERY

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7 Days / Bucharest to Bucharest

SIGHISOARA

Highlights Inclusions with Beyond 2020 daily departures January to December Wander the streets of the UNESCO English-speaking guide/driver listed Old Town in medieval Sighisoara 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation Prices from $2,995 Enjoy culinary experiences including a 6 breakfasts and 6 dinners Per Person Twin Share home cooked meal in the village of Sibiel Guided tours: Bucharest, Sibiu, Sighisoara, and dinner in the famous restaurant Bucharest – Bucharest from $2,995 “Casa Vlad Dracul” Bran including Bran Castle, Brasov and Sinaia including Peles Castle For the best fares including single and triple prices, Explore “Dracula’s Castle” located on Entrance fees HOT deals, availability and detailed information, the rolling hills of Transylvania visit our website Visit the enchanting Peles Castle Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle www.beyondtravel.com.au in Sinaia Arrival and departure transfers

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DAY 1 Bucharest nearby village of Sibiel for a typical home to the charming town of Brasov for an Your tour commences with an arrival cooked Romanian dinner. Return to afternoon city tour that will reveal the transfer to your hotel. After check-in, Sibiu for overnight. BD magnificence of this city. Here you will start your discovery of Romania’s Ramada Sibiu Hotel (4 star) or visit the Black Church, the largest Gothic capital city followed by dinner at a local Levoslav House Boutique (4 star) church between Vienna and Istanbul, as restaurant. D well as the historic Old Town Hall. BD Le Boutique Hotel Moxa (4 star) DAY 4 Sibiu – Hotel Casa Wagner (3 star) or Biertan – Sighisoara Bella Muzica (3 star) DAY 2 Bucharest – This morning, admire the perfectly Olt Valley – Sibiu preserved, medieval towns of Medias DAY 6 Brasov – Explore the highlights of Bucharest this and Biertan in Transylvania. This Sinaia – Bucharest morning on a city tour. Visit imposing area is the heart of traditional and After breakfast, travel to Sinaia for a Parliament Palace, the world’s second rural Romanian life and has changed tour of the enchanting Peles Castle, largest building second only to the little over time. Continue to beautiful the neo-renaissance masterpiece pentagon and see the historic city Sighisoara, birthplace of Vlad Dracula. built by King Carol l. Today the castle centre. Continue to spectacular Enjoy a city tour, followed by free time is a popular attraction where you can Olt Valley, dotted with centuries old to explore the winding, cobblestone admire the fine collection of paintings, churches, before arriving in medieval streets before dinner at the famous sculptures and furniture that remains. Sibiu, the cultural capital of Romania. BD restaurant “Casa Vlad Dracul” where the Return to Bucharest for farewell dinner Ramada Sibiu Hotel (4 star) or legend of Dracula was created. BD and folklore performance at restaurant Levoslav House Boutique (4 star) Hotel Casa Wagner (3 star) or Pescarus. BD Casa Georgius Krauss Hotel (3 star) Le Boutique Hotel Moxa (4 star) DAY 3 Sibiu / Sibiel Today you will explore Sibiu’s impressive DAY 5 Sighisoara – DAY 7 Bucharest Old Town and visit Brukenthal Museum Bran – Brasov Your tour concludes with a departure and the Astra Open Air Museum to gain Explore Sighisoara’s 12th century transfer for your onward journey. B an insight into Romanian history, culture citadel, which is fortified with towers and and heritage. Continue to the artillery bastions, before continuing to Bran for a tour of Dracula’s castle. Travel PELES CASTLE, SINAIA

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4 Days / Tailor-Made

PRAGUE

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Enjoy a wonderful stay in one DAY 1 Prague the Vltava River that will showcase the 3 nights accommodation of Europe’s most charming Upon arrival in Prague, you will be met Charles Bridge, National Theatre and 3 breakfasts and 1 dinner and transferred to your hotel. After Prague Castle. B cities. Discover the beauty check-in the rest of the day is at leisure. Guided tour: Grand City Tour of Prague’s Old Town, the DAY 3 Prague Arrival and departure transfers stunning views from the DAY 2 Prague Your day is free to continue your This morning tour one of the world’s exploration of Prague. Tonight, spend * Castle District, the flavours of most beautiful cities by coach. Prague an evening enjoying the wonderful food, Prices from $521 authentic Czech cuisine and is a fascinating blend of baroque drink and entertainment at a traditional per person twin share the energetic atmosphere of and gothic architecture, medieval Czech Restaurant. BD Hotel Cloister Inn *** from $521* this popular city. atmosphere and historic facades Hotel Liberty **** from $548* hugging the shores of the winding Vltava DAY 4 Prague Hotel Ventana ***** from $776* River. See the State Opera, National Following breakfast this morning, Museum, Wenceslas Square and the check-out of your hotel and be Castle District which you will explore on transferred to the airport for your foot. Afterwards, enjoy a cruise along onward journey. B

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1 Hotel Paris ***** 5 Hotel Leonardo **** GROUP TOURS Folklore Dinner from $164* per person from $105* per person Grand City Tour from $123 per person A luxury hotel and iconic Art-Nouveau A quaint boutique hotel with unique from $66 per person Spend an evening at a stylish wine cellar, building ideally situated in Prague’s interiors throughout. Within walking Visit many of Prague’s famous where you can enjoy traditional Czech historical centre. distance to the Old Town and castle landmarks, including the Old Town dishes, beers and wine with Bohemian, district. A Beyond Travel favourite! Moravian and Slovakian folk songs. 2 Ventana Hotel ***** square, to view the famous Astronomical from $157* per person 6 Hotel Liberty **** Clock, Prague Castle with St. Vitus Departs Wed & Sat at 19.00 (Jan-Mar An Art-Nouveau palace converted into a from $81* per person Cathedral and Wenceslas Square. & Nov-Dec), Daily at 19.00 (Apr-Oct) luxurious boutique hotel. Located in the A small, classically styled, boutique hotel Departs Daily at 10.20, 11.30 & 14.15 Duration 3.5 hours heart of Prague’s Old Town. located near Wenceslas Square. Rooms Duration 3 hours Vltava River Cruise feature all essential amenities, while the from $47 per person 3 Hotel Rott **** hotel features a gym, spa and sauna. The Best of Prague from $148* per person from $106 per person Transfer from your hotel to the Vltava Featuring a captivating neo-renaissance 7 Hotel Cloister Inn*** Explore famous Prague sights such as River, where you will relax on a river façade, this 4 star hotel is perfectly from $72* per person the National Museum, Dancing House cruise as you enjoy tea, coffee & cake. located in the Old Town. A simple and comfortably furnished and Prague Castle. Walk across the Take in the panoramic views of Prague hotel conveniently located within Charles Bridge and through the Old as you see many of the city’s highlights, 4 Hotel K+K Central **** walking distance to the Old Town and Town square where you can see the such as Prague Castle and Charles from $125* per person Prague Castle. famed Astronomical Clock. Discover Bridge. Unique and stylish hotel with a the Jewish Quarter before a cruise on Departs Daily at 15.30 sophisticated and contemporary feel the Vltava River, complete with 2-course Duration 1.5 hours located in the heart of Prague. lunch and snacks on board. Departs Daily at 10.20 Duration 6.5 hours Many more hotels available, many with instant confirmation. Contact Beyond Travel for details and prices.

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5 Days / Tailor-Made

PRAGUE

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Prague and the surrounding DAY 2 Prague See the famous Sedlec Ossuary, also 4 nights accommodation cities are some of the most Today is reserved for exploring the known as the Church of Bones, a small 4 breakfasts Czech Republic’s incredible capital city. Roman Catholic Chapel decorated with beautiful in Europe. Discover Prague is an enchanting mixture thousands of human bones. B Guided tours: Grand City Tour, the remarkable architecture of beautiful buildings, enticing Kutna Hora and Cesky Krumlov of Prague, the extraordinary atmosphere and an engaging history. DAY 4 Prague / Cesky Krumlov Arrival and departure transfers Venture south to the picturesque town Church of Bones in Kutna Explore the Castle District and the Old Town where you will see Prague Castle, of Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO World * Hora and the stunning town Heritage listed site. The stunning Prices from $690 Charles Bridge, the State Opera and per person twin share of Cesky Krumlov during this 13th century castle dominates the Wenceslas Square. B * 5 day package. skyline and overlooks the Vltava River Hotel Cloister Inn *** from $690 DAY 3 Prague / Kunta Hora and the old town square. B Hotel Liberty **** from $726* Depart Prague and journey to Kutna Hotel Ventana ***** from $1,030* DAY 1 Prague Hora, home to the gothic St, Barbara’s DAY 5 Prague Upon arriving in Prague, you will be met Church, a beautiful building featuring After breakfast and hotel check-out you and transferred to your hotel. You can medieval frescoes and flying buttresses. will be transferred to the airport for your enjoy a free evening. further travels. B

The Secret of Beer Cesky Krumlov from $69 per person from $177 per person Transfer from your hotel to the visitor’s Explore this picturesque medieval centre of Prague’s largest brewery – town in Southern Bohemia. Walk the Staropramen. After learning the process cobblestone streets to the magnificent of beer production, you will be treated castle, one of the biggest in Central to traditional beer tastings and receive a Europe. complementary beer glass as a gift. Departs Daily (except Mon) at 09.30 Departs Daily at 11.30 Duration 10.5 hours Duration 1.5 hours Dresden Kutna Hour from $165 per person from $90 per person Explore the historical sights of Explore one of Bohemia’s most Germany’s Dresden, as well as the interesting and architecturally rich beautiful Bohemian Central Mountains. towns. This half day trip highlights the On your guided tour, walk through the towns silver mining heritage and a visit to Old Town and discover a fascinating the fascinating Church of Bones. history and a city full of stunning Departs Daily at 12.30 Renaissance architecture. Duration 5 hours Departs Wed & Sat at 09.30 (Apr-Oct) Duration 10 hours

Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax) Airport to hotel $69 Railway Station/Coach terminal to hotel $57 Prague to Cesky Krumlov $517 Prague to Brno $564 CZESKY KRUMLOV

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Nestled at the base of the Samava forest and hugging the Surrounded by vineyards and the Little Carpathian Vltava River, the beauty of Cesky Krumlov is a sight to behold. Mountains and perched along the Danube River, Bratislava Over three days, uncover a charming Bohemian town you is a must-see. Discover a beautiful 18th century Old Town, won’t forget. known for lively bars and café’s during a 3 day stay. DAY 1 Cesky Krumlov Inclusions with Beyond DAY 1 Bratislava Inclusions with Beyond Upon arriving in Cesky Krumlov, please Upon arrival in Bratislava, you will be make your way to your hotel for check in. 2 nights accommodation met and transferred to your hotel. After 2 nights accommodation The remainder of your day is at leisure. 2 breakfasts check-in the rest of the day is at leisure. 2 breakfasts DAY 2 Cesky Krumlov Guided tour: Walking Tour DAY 2 Bratislava Guided tour: Walking Tour This morning embark on a walking Explore Bratislava on a walking tour of Arrival and departure transfers tour of the city. Wander through the the city. See the city’s main square, with cobblestone streets of the Old Town as its Old Town Hall, medieval Michael’s you take in the beautiful surroundings. Gate and Tower, and imposing castle. * * Visit the castle, where you will be Prices from $307 Visit the Gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral, Prices from $398 rewarded with magnificent views. B per person twin share whose spire dominates the skyline. B per person twin share Hotel Bellevue **** from $307* Park Inn Danube DAY 3 Cesky Krumlov DAY 3 Bratislava from $398* Your tour concludes upon check out Hotel Ruze ***** from $407 Following breakfast, check-out of your Hotel *** Skaritz Hotel & from your hotel. B hotel and be transferred to the airport from $408* for your onward journey. B Residence ****

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1 Hotel Ruze **** PRIVATE TOUR 1 Radisson Blu PRIVATE TOUR from $140* per person Private Walking Tour Carlton Hotel **** Private Walking Tour A polished 5 star hotel in a 16th century from $127 per person from $106* per person from $106 per person building located in the historic town Discover this picturesque medieval An historic hotel, featuring high ceilings Discover Slovakia’s historic and centre. This charming hotel features a town set in the heart of the Bohemian and rich furnishings. Conveniently tenacious capital city. See the beautifully wellness centre and is within walking countryside. Wander through the located between the Old Town and restored Old town with its winding distance to the castle. cobbled stone streets of the Old Town Daunbe River. streets, St. Martin’s Cathedral and 2 The Old Inn **** and visit one of the biggest castles in 2 Skaritz Hotel & Government Palace. from $118* per person Central Europe. Residence **** Departs Daily at 10.00 A wonderful hotel with charming Departs Daily (except Mon) from $98* per person Duration 2 hours décor creating a cosy atmosphere, at 10.00 (Apr-Oct) A small and charming hotel with stylish perfectly located on the main square of Duration 3 hours décor, located in the pedestrian only the Old Town. area of the Old Town.

3 Hotel Bellevue **** 3 Park Inn Danube Hotel *** from $90* per person from $93* per person Dating back to the 16th century, this *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based Superior, modern 3 star hotel featuring *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast on twin share in low season, and include breakfast former bakery is home to a lovely, and taxes. comfortable rooms conveniently and taxes. comfortable 4 star hotel close to both Privately guided tour price based on minimum located close to the Danube River and Privately guided tour price based on minimum the castle and Old Town. 2 people with entrance fees paid locally. Bratislava Castle. 2 people with entrance fees paid locally.

Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax) Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax) Cesky Krumlov to Prague $410 Airport/railway station to hotel $115 Shuttle transfer Per person Pier to hotel $94 Cesky Krumlov to Prague $125 Bratislava to Vienna Airport $224 Cesky Krumlov to Vienna or Salzburg $137 Bratislava to Budapest $540

30 / BEYOND TRAVEL – AUTHENTIC. ENRICHING. RELAXING HOLIDAYS BUDAPEST HUNGARY City Stay

4 Days / Tailor-Made

BUDAPEST

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A great introduction to the DAY 1 Budapest DAY 3 Budapest / Szentendre 3 nights accommodation exciting city of Budapest. Upon arrival in Budapest, you will Journey north to the quaint artist village 3 breakfasts be met and transferred to your hotel of Szentendre, known for its open- Uncover the city’s highlights where you can begin your exploration air Ethnographic Museum. Wander Guided tours: City tour, on both sides of the Danube of this enchanting city with an afternoon through the baroque centre of town and Ethnographic Museum including the spectacular at leisure. enjoy free time to shop before returning Arrival and departure transfers Castle District and the busy to Budapest for a free evening. B DAY 2 Budapest * downtown area of Vaci Get to know Budapest on a morning city DAY 4 Budapest Prices from $486 per person twin share Utca. Take a detour outside tour. Make your way to the Royal Castle Enjoy breakfast before checking out of Budapest on a trip to the where you will visit Fisherman’s Bastion of your hotel. You will then be met Promenade City Hotel *** from $486* and Matthias Church. Continue to and transferred to the airport for your Hotel K + K Opera **** from $573* artist’s village of Szentendre. Gellert Hill and the Citadel from amazing onward journey. B Hotel Sofitel Chain views of the city. Return to the Pest side from $856* Bridge ***** and see Heroes’ Square before a tour of the neo-gothic Houses of Parliament. B

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1 New York Palace Hotel ***** 4 Hotel K+K Opera **** GROUP TOURS Folklore & Budapest by from $197* per person from $103* per person City Tour Night Tour A grand 19th century building with A first-class recently refurbished hotel. from $49 per person from $112 per person stunning interiors and luxurious Ideally located next to the Opera House A comprehensive tour featuring the Spend an enjoyable evening in the furnishings throughout. The hotel and a short walk to the main pedestrian highlights of Buda and Pest. See the hills of Buda at a traditional Hungarian houses the historic New York Café street of Vaci Utca. Fisherman’s Bastion, Gellert Hill, the restaurant with wine and live folklore opened in 1894. Citadel, House of Parliament and St. entertainment. En route to your hotel, 5 Continental Hotel **** Stephen’s Basilica. stop at the Citadel to see the ‘Paris of 2 Hotel Sofitel from $100* per person the East’ illuminated at night. Chain Bridge ***** This elegant design hotel combines a Departs Daily at 10.00 & 14.30 from $192* per person great downtown location for exploring (Jan-Dec) Departs Fri & Sat at 19.00 (Jan-Mar, A modern, sophisticated hotel featuring the city with warm and inviting interiors Departs Daily at 11.00 (Apr-Oct) Nov-Dec), Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri & Sat at elegantly furnished rooms and perfectly for a memorable stay. Great value! Duration 3 hours 19.00 (Apr-Oct) located in the heart of vibrant Pest near Duration 4 hours the Danube River. 6 Promenade City Hotel *** City Tour including the House from $74* per person of Parliament MORE SIGHTSEEING 3 Prestige Hotel **** A stylish and modern designed from $108 per person Szentendre from $156* per person property, centrally located on the main See all the main sights of Buda and from $78 per person Located in the heart of lively Pest, this pedestrian street of Vaci Utca. Pest including the Fisherman’s Bastion, Duration 4.5 hours elegantly renovated former palace Matthias Church, Gellert Hill, the Citadel combines classic vintage styling and Many more hotels available, and St. Stephen’s Basilica. You will also Danube Bend state-of-the-art facilities. A highlight is many with instant confirmation. tour the incredible House of Parliament from $107 per person the Michelin starred restaurant, Contact Beyond Travel for details building. Duration 9 hours Costes Downtown. and prices. Departs Daily (except Mon) at 09.00, 13.15 (Apr-Oct) Duration 4 hours Private transfer Per vehicle (1-3 pax) Airport to hotel $78 *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, Bucharest to Brasov $71 and include breakfast and taxes.

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4 Days / Tailor-Made

SALZBURG

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Explore the beautiful alpine DAY 1 Salzburg DAY 3 Salzburg / Lakes District 3 nights accommodation city of Salzburg and its On arrival in Salzburg; make your own Experience the beauty of one of 3 breakfasts way to your chosen hotel. Austria’s most beautiful regions, the surrounds during your 4 day Lakes District. Visit Fuschl, Castle Guided tours: Salzburg City Tour, Lakes & stay. Visit such highlights DAY 2 Salzburg Huttenstein and the St. Wolfgang, Mountains Tour as Mozart’s birthplace, Explore Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart St. Gilgen and Mondsee Lakes. B and the setting for “The Sound of Music”. location from ‘The Sound of See its impressive Gothic and Baroque DAY 4 Salzburg Music’ film, the impressive monuments including the dominant Following breakfast your tour concludes Prices from $467 Hohensalzburg fortress and Hohensalzburg. Choose a morning upon check out. B per person twin share or afternoon tour and spend the rest Starr Inn Salzburg the scenic alpine region. from $467 of the day at leisure enjoying beautiful Zentrum *** Salzburg. B Hotel Villa Carlton **** from $551 Radisson Blu Hotel from $746 Altstadt *****

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1 Hotel Goldener Hirsch ***** 4 Der Salzburger Hof Hotel **** GROUP TOURS Lakes & Mountains from $279* per person from $114* per person City Tour – On the Traces from $98 per person This ‘Luxury Collection Hotel’ A unique and warm atmosphere of Mozart Experience the beauty of one of offers a rich tradition and rooms welcomes each traveller at this family from $57 per person Austria’s most beautiful regions, the furnished with original antiques and run property. Rooms are individually Explore Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart Lakes District. Visit Fuschl, Castle handmade furniture. Located on styled, located near the railway station, and the setting for “The Sound of Music”. Huttenstein and the St. Wolfgang, St. the famous Getreidegasse close to 15 minutes’ walk to the Old Town. See its impressive Gothic and Baroque Gilgen and Mondsee Lakes. Mozart’s birthplace. monuments including the dominant Departs 5 Hotel Amadeus *** Daily at 14.00 (May-Oct) Hohensalzburg. Duration 2 Radisson Blu Hotel from $167* per person 4 hours Altstadt ***** A typical 15th century Salzburg old city Departs Daily at 09.15, 11.00, 12.00, Bavarian Alps & Salt Mines from $197* per person house converted into a charming hotel. 14.00 & 15.00 from $105 per person A stunning property featuring unique This small hotel is perfectly located in Duration 2.5 hours Travel through the Bavarian mountains, design and style throughout. An ideal, Salzburg’s historical centre. Sound of Music Tour along the Königseeche valley to reach central location just a few steps away the 500 year old Saltmines. Wearing from the Salzach River. 6 Star Inn Salzburg from $94 per person Zentrum *** Journey through breathtaking traditional miners’ clothing you will descend into the grottos of a magical 3 Hotel Villa Carlton **** from $104* per person landscapes made famous by “The from $132* per person A modern and comfortable hotel located Sound of Music”. Visit the Mirabell world. Your adventure finishes with a raft A small, charming hotel fully renovated within walking distance to all the city’s Gardens where Maria and the children ride on the salt lake, before returning to in 2011. Cosy, spacious rooms with main attractions. sang ‘Do-Re-Mi’ and the church in Salzburg via Berchtesgaden. modern style décor are a feature of Many more hotels available, Modsee where Maria was married. Departs Daily at 08.45, 14.00 this hotel located near the beautiful many with instant confirmation. Departs Daily at 09.15 & 14.00 Duration 4.5 hours Mirabell Gardens. Contact Beyond Travel for details Duration 4 hours and prices.

Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax) Airport to hotel $179 *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, Railway station to hotel $179 and include breakfast and taxes.

32 / BEYOND TRAVEL – WE ARE THE ESTABLISHED DESTINATION EXPERTS VIENNA AUSTRIA City Stay

4 Days / Tailor-Made

VIENNA. Source Copyright: KHM-Museumsverband

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Austria’s majestic capital DAY 1 Vienna DAY 3 Vienna 3 nights accommodation city, Vienna, is a highlight of Upon arriving in Vienna, you will be Drive through the romantic Helenental 3 breakfasts met and transferred to your hotel. Valley as you journey to the southern any European holiday. This Once you have checked in, you can part of the Vienna Woods to the former Guided tours: Group Vienna City Tour and package explores the major enjoy a free evening. Mayerling Hunting Lodge. Enjoy a boat Vienna Woods Tour historical sights and grand ride on Seagrotte, Europe’s largest Arrival and departure transfers DAY 2 Vienna subterranean lake. B palaces of the city as well as Embark on a sightseeing tour of the the forested highlands of the most significant historical sights of DAY 4 Vienna Prices from $690* Vienna Woods. Vienna. Drive along the Ringstrasse After breakfast and hotel check-out you per person twin share and see the State Opera House, Natural will be transferred to the airport for your History Museum, Hofburg Palace and further travels. B Hotel Stefanie *** from $690* City Hall. The highlight is a guided tour of Hotel Kaiserhof **** from $750* Schonbrunn Palace, once the summer Hotel San Souci ***** from $1,701* residence of the Hapsburg family. B

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1 Hotel San Souci ***** 4 Starlight Suites Am PRIVATE TOUR Vienna Woods - Mayerling from $460* per person Salzgries**** Private Vienna Walking Tour from $110 per person This charismatic hotel offers subtle from $114* per person from $229 per person Discover the beauty of the Vienna luxury and a relaxed atmosphere. A modern and well-equipped hotel Explore Vienna by foot on this guided Woods. Visit the former Mayerling Located in the trendy Museum Quarter situated just a few minutes walk to tour of the Austrian capital. See the most hunting lodge, Cistercian Abbey near Hofburg Palace. St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Each suite important historical and cultural sights of Heiligenkreuz and enjoy a boat includes a separate bedroom and living in the city centre including the museum ride on Seagrotte, Europe’s largest 2 Hotel Astoria **** area with small kitchenette. subterranean lake. from $148* per person quarter, the pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse, A historic hotel, operating since 1912, 5 Hotel Zipser *** the Spanish Riding School and more. Departs Tue, Wed, fri & Sun at 09.15 with old world charm, traditional design from $140* per person Departs Daily at 10.00 Duration 4 hours and timeless elegance. Located on A lovely family run property located Duration 2 hours Romantic Danube Valley the Kärtnerstrasse, Vienna’s famous within walking distance of the Hofburg, GROUP TOURS from $155 per person pedestrian street. Museum quarter and many more of A full day excursion where you will Vienna’s historic attractions. City Tour with experience the beauty of the Wachau 3 Hotel Kaiserhof **** Schobrunn Palace from $143* per person 6 Hotel Stefanie *** Valley on a boat trip along the Danube. from $105 per person Pass charming villages, steep vineyards This traditional, elegant hotel offers from $123* per person A showcase of Vienna’s most significant warm and cosy rooms in a quiet area of This charming, historic hotel offers 400 and old castles. Visitr Kems and Melk and historical sights. See the State with its magnificent Benedictine Abbey. Vienna’s historical centre, just minutes years of hotel history, with traditional and Opera House, Museum Quarter, away from Vienna State Opera House. cosy room décor. Located in the city’s Hofburg Palace and Schönbrunn Departs Daily at 09.00 historic centre, just 10min walk to St. Palace, the former summer residence of Duration 8 hours Stephens Cathedral. the Hapsburg’s. Departs Daily at 09.30 Duration 3.5 hours Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax)

Airport to hotel $106 *From prices are per person, per night in AUD based on twin share in low season Railway station to hotel $94 and include breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour based on a minimum 2 people.

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3 Days / Tailor-Made

SOFIA

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Experience the serenity of DAY 1 Sofia DAY 3 Sofia 2 nights accommodation laid-back Sofia on a 3 day city Upon arriving in Sofia, you will be After breakfast and hotel check-out you 2 breakfasts met and transferred to your hotel. will be transferred to the airport for your break. See the eclectic mix Once you have checked in, you can further travels. B Guided tour: CityWalking Tour of remarkably manicured enjoy a free evening. Arrival and departure transfers gardens and city parks as DAY 2 Sofia * well as landmarks reflecting Get to know the city today on a Prices from $364 more than 2,000 years privately guided walking tour. See the per person twin share of history, including Greek, Sofia’s oldest Christian Church; Budapest Hotel *** from $364* Roman, Ottoman and the St. George Rotunda, along with the Rosslyn Thracia Hotel **** from $442* iconic Alexander Nevsky Cathedral Soviet occupation. and St. Sofia Church. B Hotel Anel ***** from $470*

SOFIA

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1 Hotel Anel ***** 4 Best Western Premier PRIVATE TOURS Plovdiv Day Tour from $108* per person City Hotel **** City Walking Tour from $247 per person Centrally located in Midtown, this five from $82* per person from $160 per person Visit Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s second largest star hotel features understated rooms A short walk from the iconic Alexander Experience Bulgaria’s capital on city, for a walking tour through the with all the essential facilities. Hotel Nevsky Cathedral, this laid-back hotel is a walking tour of the city. Included cobblestone streets of the Old Town amenities include a bar, rooftop terrace close to many eateries. Relaxed rooms highlights are the Alexander Nevsky and see the Catholic Cathedral and and wellness centre. include all the hallmark facilities of a Best cathedral, the St. George Rotunda – 2nd century Roman Theatre. Western property. 2 Rosslyn Central the oldest Christian church in the city, Departs Daily at 09.00 Park Hotel **** 5 Sofia Place Hotel *** as well as, the St. Sofia Church which Duration 8 hours gave its name to the city. from $98* per person from $69* per person Folklore Dinner Situated near the National Palace of A small and peaceful hotel, situated Departs Daily at 09.00 from $91 per person Culture, this contemporary hotel has a in the town centre, close to shopping. Duration 3 hours Visit at typical folk-style restaurant great location. A contemporary hotel Warmly decorated rooms feature all where you will enjoy magnificent boasting warm Bulgarian hospitality. the essentials. Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Bulgarian cuisine and a folklore show. 3 Rosslyn Thracia Hotel **** 6 Budapest Hotel *** from $242 per person Departs Daily at 19.30 from $94* per person from $55* per person Enjoy a picturesque drive to the 10th Duration 2 hours Stylish and modern hotel featuring A small hotel, close to the railway century Rila Monastery where you can comfortable rooms with Italian décor. station and main sights. This good climb the wooden staircases to the Excellently located within walking value hotel offers spacious rooms and monks cells in Hrelyo tower. See Boyana distance to many sights. modern facilities. Church, included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Departs Daily at 09.00 Duration 8 hours Private transfer Per vehicle (1-3 pax) Airport to hotel $94 *From prices are per person in AUD, based on twin share in low season. Railway station to hotel $83 Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people.

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3 Days / Tailor-Made

BUCHAREST

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Explore the beauty of DAY 1 Bucharest the second largest administrative Inclusions with Beyond Bucharest. An intriguing Upon your arrival in Bucharest you will building in the world. Continue to the 2 nights accommodation be met and transferred to your hotel for 17th century Archbishop’s Church and city that is blossoming into check-in. Begin your discovery of this Victoria Square before finishing with the 2 breakfasts a unique Eastern Europe remarkable city with an afternoon of Natural History Museum. B Guided tours: Classic City Tour capital. During this three day free time. DAY 3 Bucharest Arrival and departure transfers city stay, learn of the city’s DAY 2 Bucharest Enjoy breakfast before checking out historic charm and energetic Get to know Bucharest on a private city of your hotel. An included transfer will nightlife scene. tour. Explore Cismigiu Park; see the take you to the airport for your onward Prices from $405* Opera House, and Cotoceni Palace, the journey. B per person twin share residence of the Romanian President. Hotel Central *** from $405* Next, tour the Palace of Parliament Moxa Boutique Hotel **** from $411* Radisson Blu Hotel ***** from $547*

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1 Hotel Epoque ***** 3 Park Inn by Radisson **** PRIVATE TOURS 4 Days from $168* per person from $138* per person Private Classic City Tour Bucharest to Bucharest This deluxe property is an oasis in the Small, luxury boutique hotel from $205 per person heart of the city. Suites offer separate incorporating modern style and Explore the enticing city of from $2,130 per person twin share sleeping and living areas designed in a classical architecture. A change to the Bucharest with a private guide. unique style with an overriding feeling of large chains, the hotel offers an intimate See the Opera House, Cotoceni 2020 daily departures luxury and serenity. atmosphere and all the comforts you Palace, Revolution Square, Discover the mystical Transylvanian require. A Beyond Travel favourite! Palace of Parliament and the 2 Radisson Blu Hotel **** region of Romania on a 4 day Tailor- open-air Village Museum. from $139* per person 4 Moxa Boutique Hotel **** Made tour. Uncover the capital of This large, elegant five-star luxury from $71* per person Departs Daily at 9.00 Bucharest on city tour, learn of the property offers all the services and A great value hotel with old-world Departs 7 hours legend of Count Dracula on a visit facilities of the Radisson chain. Perfectly charm, offering cozy rooms within a to Bran Castle and explore Brasov, located in the heart of the city. short walk to Cismigiu Garden. Prahova Valley including flanked by the imposing Carpathian Peles & Bran Castles Mountains. Visit the medieval town 5 Hotel Central *** from $397 per person of Sighisoara, a UNESCO World from $68* per person Journey into the Carpathian Heritage Listed site and cross A modern hotel with contemporary Mountains to discover the treasures the Liar’s Bridge in Sibiu before design offering good value and legends of Romania. Visit returning to Bucharest. accommodation. Situated just a few magnificent Peles Castle, Sinaia minutes walk from the Old City. Monastery, Brasov and Bran Castle, Inclusions home to Bram Stoker’s Dracula. English-speaking guide/driver Departs Wed – Sun at 08.00 Private transfer Per vehicle (1-3 pax) Duration 12 hours 4 star hotel accommodation Airport/railway station to hotel $64 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners Bucharest to Brasov $329 Guided tours: Bucharest, Brasov, Sighisoara and Sibiu; transportation by air-conditioned vehicle *Hotel from prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes. Arrival and departure transfers Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people.

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3 Days / Tailor-Made

WARSAW

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Discover the many faces DAY 1 Warsaw Old Town, Castle Square, Chopin’s 2 nights accommodation of Poland’s lively capital Upon arriving in Warsaw, you will be met Monument and the Holy Cross 2 breakfasts by your driver and transferred to your Church. See the sobering reminders of city on this 3 day tour of hotel for check-in. Enjoy an evening Warsaw’s 20th century history, including Guided tour: Private City Tour Warsaw. Marvel at the at leisure where you can start your the Ghetto Memorial. Finish with a visit Arrival and departure transfers Old Town, completely discovery of this impressive city. to the Royal Park, commonly known as Lasienki. B * rebuilt after the devastation DAY 2 Warsaw Prices from $310 of World War II, experience Tour the Royal Route which showcase DAY 3 Warsaw per person twin share the ghetto district or learn remarkable aristocratic residences, After breakfast, check out of your hotel Hotel Metropol *** from $310* of the history surrounding historic churches and baroque and transfer to the airport for your Polonia Palace Hotel **** from $372* sculptures. Enjoy the sights of the onward journey. B the autumn 1944 Hotel Sofitel Warsaw from $602* Warsaw Uprising. Victoria *****

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1 Hotel Sofitel 4 Polonia Palace Hotel **** GROUP TOUR City Tour with Royal Castle Warsaw Victoria ***** from $93* per person Group City Tour from $208* per person A former mansion, this grand hotel has from $207 per person from $76 per person Enjoy a private tour of the Warsaw’s A luxury hotel featuring elegantly styled style and character throughout. Located Tour the impressive aristocratic rooms, perfectly located overlooking only 15mins walk to the Old Town. highlights including the Old Town, Royal residences, historic churches and Castle Square, St. John’s Cathedral, Saxon Gardens and within a short walk A Beyond Travel favourite! baroque sculptures of Warsaw’s to the Old Town. Market Square, the Barbican and the 5 Golden Tulip Royal Route. See the Old Town, Castle Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Your tour 2 Novotel Centrum **** Warsaw Centre *** Square, Chopin’s Monument, the includes entrance to the Royal Castle, from $175* per person from $98* per person Ghetto Memorial and the monument to which partly dates back to the 14th Located within a 5 minute walk A quality hotel for the budget conscious commemorate the Warsaw uprising. century. from the Central Train Station, with traveller, offering modern interiors. Departs Daily at 10.00 & 14.00 Departs Daily at 10.00 historic sites, monuments, shops and Located in central Warsaw, just Duration 3.5 hours Duration 4 hours cultural institutions close by for great 15 minutes walk to the city’s main sightseeing. attractions or a 5 minute tram ride. PRIVATE TOURS Jewish Heritage Tour City Tour from $296 per person 3 Mamaison Residence 6 Hotel Metropol *** from $123 per person Before WWII Warsaw had the second Diana **** from $62* per person A private tour of the Old Town which largest Jewish community in Europe, from $108* per person A comfortable hotel, located downtown includes the Royal Castle Square, with your guide see what remains Stylish serviced suites in a restored 19th close to the railway station. St. John’s Cathedral, Market Square, of their culture and heritage. Visit century building, located in a beautiful the Barbican and the Tomb of the Umschlagplatz Wall, the Monument to and prestigious part of the city centre Unknown Soldier. the Warsaw Ghetto Heroes, the Jewish not far from the Old Town. Departs Daily at 10.00 Cemetery and Nozyk Synagogue. Duration 3 hours Departs Daily at 10.00 Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax) Duration 4 hours Airport to hotel $63 *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, Railway station to hotel $63 and include breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people.

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4 Days / Tailor-Made

KRAKOW

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Explore the ancient capital of DAY 1 Krakow DAY 3 Krakow / Wieliczka 3 nights accommodation Poland, with its outstanding Upon arrival in Krakow, you will be met Today you’ll visit Wieliczka Salt Mine, 3 breakfasts and transferred to your hotel for check one of the oldest salt mines in Europe architecture, galleries and in. Venture in to town tonight to begin that has been in operation for more Guided tours: Krakow City Tour, monuments. Visit the city’s your discovery of this historic city. than 700 years. Explore the UNESCO Wieliczka Salt Mine historical centre and Jewish site as you descend 400 steps and see Arrival and departure transfers DAY 2 Krakow the many magnificent salt lakes hidden quarter that make Krakow Discover the beautiful, historic, and inside. B * a must-see destination all culture-packed city of Kraków by bus Prices from $525 year round. and by foot. Walk the streets of the DAY 4 Krakow per person twin share former Jewish district before driving to Enjoy breakfast this morning before Hotel Classic *** from $525* Wawel Hill to see the Royal castle and checking out of your hotel. An included 14th century Cathedral. Continue to transfer will take you to the airport for Hotel Senacki **** from $555* the Main Market Square featuring the you further travels. B Hotel Pod Roza ***** from $753* large Gothic Cloth Hall and St. Mary’s Church. B

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1 Hotel Pod Roza ***** 4 Hotel Amadeus **** GROUP TOURS Wieliczka Salt Mine from $166* per person from $94* per person City Tour from $93 per person Krakow’s oldest hotel offers a charming A charming property located in the from $93 per person Wieliczka - one of the oldest salt mines and unique stay in the heart of Krakow, centre of Krakow’s Old Town. Cosy Discover the highlights of Krakow in Europe – has been in operation for at just 200m from the Old Town Square. rooms feature furnishings inspired by including the Jewish quarter, Wawel least 700 years. Take the underground the baroque period. A Beyond Travel Castle and Market Square, the largest tourist route to see 2.5km of galleries, 2 Wentzl Hotel **** favourite! from $149* per person town square in Europe. chambers and chapels carved in salt. A unique and charming boutique 5 Hotel Classic *** Departs Daily at 10.00 Departs Daily at 08.35 (Jan-Dec), hotel exuding character and a cosy from $90* per person Duration 4 hours 17.00 (May-Aug) ambiance. Located on the Main Market A modern and simple hotel, located only Duration 4 hours Square. a short walk to Old Town Square. Traces of Jewish Culture from $138 per person Zakopane & 3 Hotel Senacki **** 6 Hotel Columbus *** Explore Kazimierz, the historical centre the Tatra Mountains from $100* per person from $69* per person of Krakow’s Jewish life. See the Old from $161 per person A historic building which has been A colonial style hotel with spacious and Synagogue, the Remuh Synagogue and Tour Zakopane, the winter capital of restored to its former glory and features comfortable rooms located in the trendy cemetery and the locations that appear Poland, and see its splendid natural traditional designed interiors. Located Jewish Quarter. A fantastic option for in ‘Schindler’s List’. scenery and rich folk culture. Your close to Old Town Square, overlooking the traveller on a budget. Departs Wed & Sun at 08.35 tour includes a funicular to the top of the Church of Peter and Paul. Duration 4 hours Mount Gublowka. Departs Wed & Sat at 08.35 Auschwitz-Birkenau Duration 10 hours Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax) from $93 per person The former concentration camp is a Airport to hotel $69 sombre memorial of the Holocaust and Railway station to hotel $50 the atrocities of WWII. Krakow to Warsaw $705 Departs Daily at various times Duration 7 hours *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes.

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4 Days / Tailor-Made

MUNICH

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Over 4 days discover DAY 1 Munich DAY 3 Munich 3 nights accommodation Munich, a city famous for Upon arriving in Munich, you will be met Today you will visit two of King Ludwig 3 breakfasts and transferred your hotel for check-in. II’s dream castles: Neuschwanstein its art treasures, traditional Tonight, enjoy an evening at leisure. and Linderhof. Experience the magic Guided tours: Hop On Hop Off Tour, costumes, haute cuisine, of Bavaria as you tour these two The Royal Castles: Neuschwanstein beer gardens, opera DAY 2 Munich impressive castles. On your way & Linderhof Take in Munich’s incredible sights and nightlife! Also visit back enjoy a stop in the small town Arrival and departure transfers on a Hop On Hop Off Bus tour today. of Oberammergau, famed for the the fairytale castle of See Marienplatz, the Palace of decennial passion play. B Neuschwanstein, Nymphenhurg and Olympic Park. Prices from $538* often referred to as Your ticket is valid for 24hrs. B DAY 4 Munich per person twin share After breakfast, check out of your hotel Cinderella’s Castle!! and transfer to the airport for your Creatif Hotel Elephant *** from $538* Mercure Hotel Munich onward journey. B from $736* City Centre ****

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1 Sofitel Munich 4 Mercure Hotel Munich GROUP TOURS The Romantic Road from $102 per person Bayerpost ***** City Centre **** Hop On Hop Off Grand Circle Journey along the famed Romantic from $226* per person from $135* per person from $43 per person A grand hotel featuring innovative A quality first class hotel offering large Road, visiting Harburg, the hop Enjoy the sights of Munich aboard growing region of Hallertau and the interiors highlighted by natural materials, and modern rooms just within a short an open top double-decker bus, see located in the city centre close to walk from the historic city centre. perfectly preserved medieval town Marienplatz, Nymphenburg Palace and of Rothenburg. Marienplatz and all the city’s highlights. the Olympic Park. 5 King’s Hotel Center *** Departs Sun & Wed at 08.30 (Apr- 2 Platzl Hotel **** from $95* per person Departs Daily between 10.00 & 15.00 Dec), Sat at 08.30 (9 May-6 Sep) from $177* per person Friendly hospitality and inviting décor (Jan-Mar & Nov-Dec) Duration 11 hours A charming property located in the featuring bespoke furnishings await you Daily between 09.40 & 16.00 very heart of historic Munich near at this lovely hotel located in the centre (Mar-Oct) to the famous Hofbrauhaus. You will of Munich. Duration 1 Day be greeted with an elegant blend of traditional Bavarian elements with 6 Creatif Hotel Elephant *** MORE SIGHTSEEING modern conveniences and comfort. from $69* per person The Royal Castles: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof from $107 per person A great hotel for the budget traveller This tour offers you fast tracked access into the castle for your tour of King Ludwig II’s 3 Eden Hotel Wolff **** offering modern décor with a fairytale castles and includes a stop at the village of Oberammergau. from $159* per person creative flair. Perfectly located within Departs Daily at 08.30 Duration 10.5 hours Founded in 1890, this traditional walking distance to Munich’s most hotel offers charming rooms which popular sights. Dachau – Memorial Site from $54 per person complement the building’s historic Uncover the history behind the Nazi regime walk through the remaining buildings and features. Perfectly located within watch an educational film. walking distance to the Old Town. Departs Mon, Thu & Sun at 09.00 Duration 6.5 hours

Many more hotels available, many with instant confirmation. Private transfer Per vehicle (1-3 pax) Contact Beyond Travel for details and prices. Airport to hotel $181 *From prices are per person per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season Railway station to hotel $141 and include breakfast and taxes.

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5 Days / Tailor-Made

BERLIN

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With much to see and do DAY 1 Berlin to splendid palaces and parks. Tour 4 nights accommodation in Berlin, this package is Upon your arrival in Berlin, you will be Sanssouci Palace, the favourite refuge 4 breakfasts met and transferred to your hotel for of Prussia’s King Frederick II. B the perfect way to explore check-in. This evening is free for you to Guided tours: City Circle Tour, Potsdam & this exciting city. begin your discovery of this vibrant city. DAY 4 Berlin Sanssouci Palace, Discover Berlin From the west of the city See the city’s landmark sights on a Arrival and departure transfers DAY 2 Berlin – City Circle Tour comprehensive walking tour. Visit the to the new and vibrant east, Get to know Berlin during your Hop On still intact sections of the Berlin Wall, the * you will see the modern Hop Off tour today. See Potsdamerplatz, Reichstag, ‘Unter den Linden’ boulevard Prices from $616 and historic Berlin which Checkpoint Charlie, the Bradenburg and Berlin Cathedral, and many more. B per person twin share Gate and Charlottenburg Palace at your Holiday Inn Express Berlin captures the imagination of DAY 5 Berlin from $616* own pace with your 48hr ticket. B City Centre *** so many travellers. After breakfast and hotel check-out you Hotel Indigo DAY 3 Berlin will be transferred to the airport for your from $740* Explore the former Royal City of onward journey. B Alexanderplatz **** The Westin Grand Potsdam, a UNESCO site that is home from $1,000* Hotel *****

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1 The Westin Grand Hotel ***** 4 Hotel Indigo GROUP TOURS Discover Berlin from $165* per person Alexanderplatz **** City Circle – Hop On Hop Off from $32 per person A stunning property with elegant design from $100* per person from $61 per person See the city’s famous sights by foot, and décor. Perfectly situated on the This modern and fresh hotel offers Enjoy the sights of Berlin with the including sections of the Berlin Wall, historic Friedrichstrasse, just moments striking contemporary interiors in warm freedom of this Hop On Hop Off tour. Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag. away from the Brandenburg Gate. inviting colours, situated in a fantastic With over 20 stops, this tour includes Departs Daily at 10.30 & 14.00 location near Alexanderplatz. Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, 2 Radisson Blu Hotel ***** (Apr-Oct) Reichstag, Charlottenburg Palace Duration from $122* per person 5 Leonardo Royal Hotel 4 hours A contemporary hotel with an Berlin Alexanderplatz **** and much more. Ticket valid for 2 consecutive days. East Berlin and the Cold War impressive lobby showcasing the from $73* per person from $32 per person world’s largest cylindrical aquarium. A superb first-class property with stylish Departs Daily between Tour Cold War Berlin and hear about Located opposite Berlin Cathedral design throughout, perfectly located 10.00-17.00 (Nov-Mar) Berlin’s divided days, communism, secret close to the River Spree. in the vibrant district “Mitte”, near the 10.00-18.00 (Apr-Oct) police and the Berlin Wall. famous Alexanderplatz. Fantastic Value! 3 Scandic Berlin Potsdam & Sanssouci Palace Departs Sat at 10.00 (Nov-Mar), Potsdamer Platz **** 6 Holiday Inn Express from $82 per person Tue & Sat at 10.00 (Apr-Oct) from $102* per person Berlin City Centre *** Explore Potsdam, an old garrison Duration 4 hours A modern first-class hotel near from $69* per person town famous for its 18th century Potsdamer Platz, Berlin’s entertainment A comfortable hotel with bright and palaces. Tour the Rococo Palace of Sachsenhausen district. Contemporary Scandinavian spacious rooms, ideally located a short Sanssouci, a favourite refuge of the Concentration Camp design is a feature of the hotel’s 10 minute walk to Potsdamer Platz and Prussian King Friedrich II. from $32 per person stylish interiors. Checkpoint Charlie. Over 50,000 victims of the Nazis Departs Sat, Sun at 10.00 perished in Sachsenhausen. Your guide (Jan-Mar & Nov-Dec), Daily will provide an insightful account of the (except Mon) at 10.00 (Apr-Oct) creation, life and liberation of the camp. Private transfer Per vehicle (1-3 pax) Duration 4 hours Airport to Hotel $165 Departs Daily (except Mon) Departs Daily except Mon at 10.00 at 10.00 (Nov-Mar) Railway Station to Hotel $139 (Apr-Oct) Daily at 10.00 (Apr-Oct) Duration 4 hours Duration 6 hours *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes.

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3 Days / Tailor-Made

TALLINN

SPOTLIGHT ON TALLINN Inclusions with Beyond

Discover Tallinn, an DAY 1 Tallinn 2 nights accommodation authentic medieval gem, Upon arriving in Tallinn, you will be met 2 breakfasts and transferred to your hotel for check- on this three day package in. Your evening is at leisure. Guided tour: Old Town Walking Tour of the Estonian capital. Arrival and departure transfers DAY 2 Tallinn Explore the Upper Town on Get to know Tallinn as you explore the * Toompea Hill which provides Old Town on foot. Your tour takes you Prices from $368 fantastic views of the city, around the old city walls and through the per person twin share and the Lower Town, almost cobblestone streets where you will see My City Hotel **** from $368* Toompea Castle, Dome Cathedral and Savoy Boutique Hotel ***** from $444* completely surrounded by the Gothic 14th century Town Hall. B the 2.5km city walls. DAY 3 Tallinn After breakfast and check-out, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey. B TALLINN

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1 Telegraaf Hotel ***** 4 Hotel Palace **** PRIVATE TOURS Rocca-al-Mare from $195* per person from $109* per person Old Town Walking Tour Open Air Museum A “Small Luxury Hotel of the World” After a complete renovation in 2014, from $89 per person from $200 per person which exudes elegance and this well-located hotel is excellent value. Explore the beauty and charm of Tallinn, Experience rural Estonia at the Rocca- sophistication. Close to the Town Hall The elegant rooms pay homage to the where distinctive medieval architecture al-Mare Museum. Wander through the Square in Tallinn’s Old Town. history of the building whilst including all and character remain. See the old city wooden farmsteads, churches and the modern features needed for todays walls, Old Town, Toompea Castle and windmills that represent life in various 2 Savoy Boutique Hotel ***** savvy travellers. regions from the 17th-19th centuries. from $145* per person Dome Cathedral. Departs A small hotel with beautifully styled 5 My City Hotel **** Departs Daily at 10.00 Daily at 10.00 rooms. Located in the Old Town. from $104* per person Duration 3 hours Duration 3 hours Fantastic value! A great hotel with classic décor and Kadriorg Park Lahemaa National Park spacious rooms, perfectly located in the from $376 per person 3 Hotel Schloessle **** Old Town. A Beyond Travel favourite! & KUMU Art Museum from $153* per person from $200 per person Visit stunning Lahemaa National Park where lakes, rivers and unspoilt bays A delightful boutique hotel with unique 6 L’Ermitage Hotel **** Tour beautiful Kadriorg Park, just a styling in every room, nestled in the heart from $70* per person short distance from Tallinn. Return to characterise the forested northern of the Old Town. A modern hotel with stylish interiors, Tallinn to visit the highly awarded KUMU coast. Visit restored manor houses and located just a 5 minute walk to Tallinn’s Art Museum, one of the largest in the historic village of Altja. historic centre. Northern Europe. Departs Daily at 10.00 Departs Daily (except Mon) at 10.00 Duration 6 hours Many more hotels available, many with instant confirmation. Duration 3 hours Contact Beyond Travel for details and prices.

Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax) Airport / railway station / port to hotel $71 Tallinn to Riga $564 *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people.

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3 Days / Tailor-Made

RIGA

SPOTLIGHT ON RIGA Inclusions with Beyond

Explore the Baltic region’s DAY 1 Riga 2 nights accommodation largest city, where the Upon arriving in Riga you will be met and 2 breakfasts transferred to your hotel for check-in. cosmopolitan atmosphere Tonight, enjoy an evening at leisure Guided tour: Old Town Walking Tour and historic setting where you can begin your discovery of Arrival and departure transfers blend effortlessly. See the this vibrant city. impressive Art Nouveau DAY 2 Riga Prices from $258* architecture, beautiful Enjoy a Walking Tour of Riga’s Old Town per person twin share central city parks and quaint where you will see Riga Castle, Dome Gutenburg Hotel *** from $258* Old Town. Cathedral and St. Peter’s Church. B Avalon Hotel **** from $300* DAY 3 Riga Hotel Neiburgs ***** from $432* After breakfast and check out of your hotel, meet your driver who will transfer you to the airport for your onward journey. B RIGA

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1 Grand Palace Hotel ***** 4 Raddison Hotel Old Town **** PRIVATE TOURS Gauja National Park from $153* per person from $80* per person Old Town Walking Tour from $341 per person This ‘Leading Hotel of the World’ is a This important 19th century building has from $89 per person Gauja National Park covers more luxurious 5 star property with old world been converted to a well-appointed first Discover the cosmopolitan Latvian than 900sqkm of an area known as charm. Wonderfully located, just 200 class hotel, with a perfect location for capital with its historic old town and ‘Livonian Switzerland’. Explore the parks metres from the Dome Cathedral. exploring Riga by foot. beautiful parklands. See Riga Castle, picturesque landscapes, medieval Dome Cathedral and St. Peter’s Church castles and flora and fauna already 2 Hotel Neiburgs ***** 5 Avalon Hotel **** extinct in other areas. from $142* per person from $76* per person which offers panoramic city views. An exquisite combination of historical A classic, modern hotel conveniently Departs Daily at 10.00 Departs Daily at 10.00 heritage and contemporary design with located within walking distance of the Duration 3 hours Duration 6 hours apartment style rooms offering small Old Town and coach station. Ethnographical Open Rundale Palace kitchenettes. Located in the heart of Old from $353 per person Riga. A Beyond Travel favourite! 6 Gutenburg Hotel *** Air Museum from $55* per person from $188 per person Visit the 18th century Rundale Palace, built by Francesco Rastrelli who also 3 Hotel Opera & Spa **** A restored printing factory creates the Set amongst pine forests on the shores from $82* per person backdrop for this charmingly quaint of Lake Jugla is Europe’s oldest open-air designed St. Petersburg’s Winter A first-class hotel with modern hotel. Located in the heart of Old Riga. museum. See the farmsteads, churches, Palace. Tour the palace interior which furnishings. Close to the Opera House windmills and fishing villages which has been carefully restored to its and Old Town. have been relocated to the museum former glory. Many more hotels available, many with instant confirmation. for preservation. Departs Daily at 10.00 Contact Beyond Travel for details and prices. Departs Daily at 10.00 Duration 6 hours Duration 3 hours Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax) Airport to hotel $59 Railway/bus station to hotel $59 Riga to Tallinn $564 *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, Riga to Vilnius $517 and include breakfast and taxes. Riga to Vilnius including stop at Hill of Crosses $658 Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people.

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3 Days / Tailor-Made

VILNIUS

SPOTLIGHT ON VILNIUS Inclusions with Beyond

Discover the beauty of the DAY 1 Vilnius 2 nights accommodation largest Baroque Old Town Welcome to Vilnius! Upon your arrival, 2 breakfasts you will be met by your driver who will in Northern Europe, listed transfer you to your hotel for check-in. Guided tour: Old Town Walking Tour as a World Heritage site by Arrival and departure transfers UNESCO. A few days spent DAY 2 Vilnius Today wander the cobblestone streets in this capital and you will as you wind your way through the Old Prices from $268* understand its unique appeal Town on your walking tour. See Vilnius’ per person twin share as you get lost in the maze of historic highlights, such as; Vilnius City Hotel Algirdas *** from $268* cobbled streets. Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, the Old Artis Centrum Hotel **** from $344* University and the Gates of the Dawn. B Radisson Blue Hotel from $536* DAY 3 Vilnius Astorija ***** Your tour concludes with a departure transfer to the airport. B VILNIUS

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1 Radisson Blu Hotel 4 Neringa Hotel **** PRIVATE TOURS Kaunas Astorija ***** from $89* per person Old Town Walking Tour from $376 per person from $194* per person A modern hotel with light and spacious from $89 per person Explore Lithuania’s second largest city An elegant hotel with all the facilities rooms. Perfectly located on Gedimino Discover one of Europe’s most with a vibrant atmosphere and beautiful of the Radisson chain. Combining old Avenue in the centre of Vilnius. charming old towns. Visit Vilnius Old Town. See the 13th century Kaunus world charm and modern comfort this Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, the Old Castle, the Basilica, Vitautas Church and hotel is ideally located in the Old Town. 5 Hotel Congress *** Perkunas House. from $77* per person University and the Gates of the Dawn. Departs 2 Imperial Hotel **** A clean and comfortable hotel with Departs Daily at 10.00 Daily (Except Sun & Mon) from $125* per person spacious, classically furnished rooms, Duration 3 hours at 10.00 A 16th century building with beautifully located 15 minutes from the historic Duration 6 hours Trakai Castle appointed rooms that blend comfort centre. Druskininkai National Park and style. Great location in the old town from $124 per person 6 City Hotel Algirdas *** This well preserved, red brick Gothic from $388 per person between the Cathedral and Gates of Discover the beauty of Druskininkai Dawn. from $60* per person castle is located on an island in Lake Relaxed, comfortable hotel for the Galve in Trakai National Park. Explore National Park, the largest in Lithuania. Explore the park and the township of 3 Artis Centrum Hotel **** budget conscious, located near the the small town of Trakai, the old from $98* per person railway station. Scandinavian designed, Lithuanian Capital, and its impressive Druskininkai which, due to its mineral Just a short 5 minute walk to the old well appointed rooms contain all lakeside castle. springs, is now a famous health resort. town square, this quality hotel, housed in facilities required for a pleasant visit. Departs Daily (except Mon) at 10.00 Departs Daily at 10.00 a renovated 19th century building, offers Duration 4 hours Duration 6 hours spacious rooms and excellent facilities.

Private transfer Per vehicle (1-2 pax) Many more hotels available, many with instant confirmation. Contact Beyond Travel for details and prices. Airport to hotel $59 Railway/bus station to hotel $59 *From prices are per person, per night in AUD, based on twin share in low season, and include Vilnius to Riga $517 breakfast and taxes. Privately guided tour price based on minimum 2 people. Vilnius to Riga including stop at Hill of Crosses $658

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