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Four Countries...... 4 Castles and Peaks of Tyrol...... 5 Salzburg & The Sound of Music...... 6 Lipizzan Horses and the Highlights of Styria...... 6 Kirchberg Flower Parade...... 7 East Tyrol – Impressive Dolomites...... 7 Little Trains of Lower Austria...... 8 Imperial Vienna and the Best of Eastern Austria...... 9 Bled and the Jewels of the Carinthian Lake Country...... 10 Little Trains of Lower Austria II...... 10 Three Rivers Experience – Danube, Inn & Vltava...... 11 The Bavarian Castles – Kings and Fairy-tales...... 12 Bavarian Forest Winter Wonderland...... 12 Boats, Trains, Funiculars and Black Forest Gateau...... 13 Christmas Markets along the Romantic Road...... 13 The Harz Mountains: National Park & UNESCO Sites ...... 14 Trains & Boats of the Rhine & Moselle Valley...... 14 Berlin, Dresden and Prague ...... 15 Beaches and Islands of the Baltic Coast...... 16 Baroque Treasures and Nature Wonders in South Moravia...... 16 The Three Golden Capitals - Prague, Budapest and Vienna...... 17 Best of Krakow...... 18 Poland for Beginners...... 19 Romantic Castles and Palaces of South Bohemia...... 20 Best of Austria: The Great Austrian Bake Off...... 21 The way to success Best of Switzerland: On the Tracks of the Glacier Express...... 22 Best of France: A Taste of Paris and the Champagne Region...... 23 Eurotours has grown to be the largest incoming agency in Central Europe with major offices in 2 locations in Austria, the head office in Kitzbühel, and the office in Vienna. There are also offices in Germany, Italy, Poland and the Czech Republic and we have representatives in Great Britain and the Netherlands.

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Four Countries

Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland – four countries and Cheese House where you can look over the shoulder of the Al- 1000 impressions on one tour. pine dairyman going about his business and get the chance to taste some of the products! Follow this with a visit to the Bentele Travel through the Bregenz Forest region to Bregenz, the capital of Schnapps distillery and beekeepers. If you have a sweet tooth, Vorlarlberg, located on the shores of Lake Constance, and enjoy Maestrani’s Chocolarium, a world of Swiss chocolate, is just the a city tour before travelling on to the Pfänder cable car where in thing for you. For beer lovers we heartily recommend a visit of the just a few minutes you will be whisked up to an altitude of 1064 m Fohrenburger beer brewery in Bludenz or to Hopfengut No. 20 in above sea level. Here you can enjoy the fantastic view while ha- Tettnang. Those who delight in history and architecture may want ving coffee and cake in the mountain restaurant or take a relaxing to visit Meersburg Old or New Castle and the beautiful Salem Mo- walk along the deer park trail and visit the birds at the falconry. nastery and Palace. If technology arouses your interest, a visit to During the day, we also recommend a “behind the scenes“ tour of the Zeppelin Museum in Friedrichshafen and to the Rolls-Royce the Bregenz festival house where you will see the world’s biggest Museum in Dornbirn will be most enjoyable. lake stage and learn about the history and development of the renowned Bregenz festival. Suggested Services: 4 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Vorarlberg region Take the coast road along Lake Constance to Meersburg, where 1 x half day city guide in Bregenz you take the ferry to the town of Konstanz. Here you can visit the 1 x journey on the Pfänder cable car unique Flower Island of Mainau, one of the main attractions of 1 x ferry crossing from Meersburg – Konstanz Lake Constance. Discover the park and its gardens with all their 1 x entrance Flower Island of Mainau glory and enjoy the variety of this island with all your senses. 1 x half day tour guide in Liechtenstein max. 4 hrs

Visit the principality of Liechtenstein, where we recommend a gui- Travel Period: May – October 2019 ded round trip of this tiny country. Also worth a visit is Werden- berg, a small medieval wooden town, and St. Gallen. In St. Gallen you can enjoy a walk around the old town with its colourful houses from the 16th and 18th centuries, as well as the baroque cathedral with its abbey library, the oldest library in Switzerland. Alternatively you can take the Arosa train from Chur to Arosa and enjoy the wonderful mountain scenery of Switzerland.

If you want to extend your trip to a “Five Countries” tour we recommend a trip over the spectacular “Reschenpass“ into Italy where you can visit Meran on the South Tyrol wine route and the wonderful gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle.

Tip: Enhance your trip with a journey on the Bregenz Forest steam or diesel train along the Bregenz River to the Schwarzenberg train station (subject to train’s schedule). Discover the Bregenz Forest ©Klaus Fengler

Castles and Peaks of Tyrol

From fairy tale castles to amazing peaks - experience the best Suggested services: scenery that Tyrol has to offer. • 5 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Inn Valley region Experience the 500-year-old history of one of the most beautiful • 1 x entrance to Tratzberg castle, audio guide and Tratzberg train post gothic castles in Europe, Tratzberg, which is located on a • 1 x visit to Kisslinger Glass in Rattenberg gorgeous hillside overlooking the Inn Valley. We also suggest a vi- • 1 x ride on the Nordkette cable car with coffee and cake sit to the charming mediaeval town Rattenberg, the smallest town (Innsbruck – Seegrube and return) in Austria. • 1 x entrance Swarovski Crystal World Visit Ambras castle, one of the most important sights of Innsbruck. • half day tour guide max. 4 hrs Also recommended is a trip up to the mountain range “Nordkette” • 1 x city tour Innsbruck max. 2 ½ hrs on the outskirts of Innsbruck. Enjoy the impressive views while ha- • 1 x entrance Ambras castle ving coffee and cake. Another highlight worth visiting is the spec- • 1 x entrance Kufstein fortress tacular Swarovski Crystal World in Wattens. • 1 x city tour Kufstein max. 1 hr The landmark of Kufstein is the impressive fortress which sits high • 1 x city tour Kitzbühel max. 1,5 hrs above the town. The charm and attraction of this town lies in its • 1 x horse and carriage ride Kitzbühel 1 hr contrasts, which you can discover while wandering through the • 1 x return ride Hartkaiserbahn streets. Travel Period: May – October 2019 A scenic excursion through picturesque Tyrol will take you to the famous mountain resort Kitzbühel, where we suggest a horse and carriage ride, and to Ellmau, where you can take a cable car ride up the mountain “Hartkaiser” for a marvellous view of the surrounding area.

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Salzburg & Lipizzan Horses and the The Sound of Music Highlights of Styria

Austria is famous for its music, but perhaps it is even better known Visit the nursery for the world famous horses from the Spanish as the setting of the popular musical The Sound of Music that has Riding School in Vienna, the Lipizzaner stud farm in Piber and enchanted audiences from all over the world and infused them many other highlights such as the Red Bull ring or the chocolate with the desire to see the picturesque towns, glittering lakes and factory Zotter. majestic mountains for themselves. Visit the Lipizzaner stud farm in Piber where the oldest cultural breed of horse in Europe is bred. A very special event is the traditi- Take a day trip into the beautiful Salzkammergut, Austria’s lake onal parade held in the autumn when the young studs come back district. We recommend you visit the pretty town of Bad Ischl with down from the alpine pastures. the Imperial Villa, take a cruise on one of the many lakes and a ride Enjoy a tour through the “Styrian Toscana” to the famous choco- to the top of a mountain by cog railway or cable car. late factory Zotter where an interactive tour with lots of samplings One of the absolute highlights of this journey is a visit to the ma- awaits you. Stop at Gölles where high quality spirits and vinegars gnificent city of Salzburg. Your guide will take you on a special tour are produced or visit the oil and corn mill where the famous Styrian of the city of music and show you all the sights as well as the pla- pumpkin seed oil is pressed. Make your way to Riegersburg castle ces where The Sound of Music was filmed in 1964. Be sure to try where a bird of prey demonstration awaits you. the famous Mozartkugeln, delicious orbs of marzipan and nougat Take a day trip into the Eisenerzer Alps where the biggest and covered in chocolate. In the evening a further highlight awaits you: most modern open-pit mining zone of Central Europe is situated. the Sound of Salzburg Dinner & Show. Enter the underground world of the miners and visit the mystical show mine. Make your way to Leoben to the Gösser beer brewery. Why not visit the Eisriesenwelt Cave at Werfen, the world’s lar- Travel to Graz, the capital of Styria, and explore the city with its gest ice cave? Good shoes and warm clothes are essential as famous clock tower. We also recommend a visit to Eggenberg you enter this wonder world of ice formations. You can also visit Castle with its State Apartments and to take a ride with the historic Hohenwerfen Castle, a mediaeval fortress with a falconry and a train Flascherlzug from Stainz to Preding. bird of prey show. Make your way to Spielberg and visit the famous Red Bull race course. Take your chance and experience a bus tour along the ra- Tip: cing course. We also recommend to visit the Seckau Abbey which Prolong your stay to include a visit to Berchtesgaden just across also houses a distillery. the German border and the famous Eagle’s Nest. Suggested services: Suggested Services: • 5 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Graz area • 4 nights incl. BB in a middle-class hotel in the • 1 x entrance parade Piber and guided tour stud farm Piber Bischofshofen area • 1 x entrance chocolate factury Zotter • 3 x 3-course evening meal at the hotel • 1 x guided tour Gölles incl. tasting • 1 x half day city guide for “Sound of Music Tour” max. 4 hrs • 1 x elevator, castle and bird of prey demonstration Riegersburg • 1 x Sound of Salzburg Dinner & Show incl. 3-course • 1 x combi-ticket Erzberg: Hauly trip and show mine evening meal • 1 x guided tour Gösser brewery incl. tasting, pretzel and present • 1 x full day guide for Salzkammergut tour max. 10 hrs • 1 x train ride Flascherlzug Stainz – Preding • 1 x guided tour Red Bull Ring Travel Period: May – October 2019 Travel Period: 10 – 18 September 2019

Kirchberg East Tyrol – Flower Parade Impressive Dolomites

A parade of flowers, traditional dress, music and a party – enjoy Authentic side valleys, 266 three-thousand-metre peaks and over the Kitzbühel Alps and the village of Kirchberg at their best! 100 alpine huts, this is East Tyrol. Visit the natural distillery Kuenz and get to know the secrets of dis- Visit the famous flower parade of Kirchberg where every year on tilling spirits and liqueurs. Discover Lienz, the capital of East Tyrol the 15th of August the pedestrian zone in the centre of the village during a guided tour. We also recommend visiting Bruck Castle or becomes the meeting point for old and young as live bands and the archaeological excavation Aguntum. stalls provide entertainment as well as food and drink. The high- Enjoy East Tyrol’s wonderful mountain scenery in the Gschlöss val- light of the day is the parade of “flower sculptures” made out of ley. From there you will have a magnificent view over the impressi- over 500,000 flowers. ve glacier world. Alternatively we also recommend a trip to the Isel Valley and the Umbal Falls. Take a round trip through the magnificent landscape of Tyrol and A scenic excursion will take you to South Tyrol and the beautiful visit the largest lake of Tyrol, Achensee. We recommend a ride Pragser Wildsee. On your way back we recommend a stop at the with the unique steam train from Jenbach to Seespitz. Enjoy a dri- “Loacker Genusswelt”, a world of chocolate, waffles and an inter- ve along the Ziller Valley to the resort of Mayrhofen and experience active confectionery. We also advise a side trip to the “Villgrater the 500-year-old history of one of the most beautiful post gothic Natur” in the Villgrater valley, where you will learn more about the castles in Europe, Tratzberg. We also suggest a visit to the char- processing of sheep’s wool. ming mediaeval town of Rattenberg, the smallest town in Austria. We also recommend visiting the Vitalpinum. During a guided tour Visit Kufstein, a town of contrasts, with its impressive fortress that through the wellness garden and the show distillery you will ex- sits high above the old town. perience the vital forces of the mountains and the herbs with all your senses. Continue your journey along the Pustertaler moun- Tip: tain road to the Bärenwirt where you can taste the typical, home- Why not enjoy a ride on one of the many cable cars in the region? made “Schlipfkrapfen” (East Tyrol dumplings filled with potatoes) A journey to the top of the mountains is always a breath-taking surrounded by the massive Lienzer Dolomites. experience. Enjoy a day in the Großglockner Resort Matrei-Kals and take the gondola up the mountain to Adler Lounge from where you will Suggested services: have a breath-taking view. • 4 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Kitzbühel Alps region Suggested services: • 1 x entrance to Kirchberg flower festival • 5 nights incl. HB in a middle class-hotel in East Tyrol • 1 x Achensee steam train Jenbach – Seespitz • 1 x guided tour distillery Kuenz incl. tasting • 1 x Achensee boat trip with coffee and cake 1,5 hrs • 1 x guided tour Lienz • 1 x entrance to Tratzberg castle, audio guide and Tratzberg train • 1 x entrance and guided tour Aguntum • 1 x visit to Kisslinger Glass in Rattenberg • 1 x entrance Bruck Castle • 1 x entrance Kufstein fortress • 1 x guided tour Loacker interactive confectionery • 1 x city tour Kufstein max. 1 hr • 1 x guided tour Villgrater Natur • 1 x entrance and guided tour Vitalpinum Travel Period: August 2019 • 1 x return ride gondola Kals – Adler Lounge

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Little Trains of Lower Austria

Though not as well-known as the western parts, Austria’s east has and decoration of gingerbread. Of course a tasting is also essen- a whole lot to offer. tial. Don’t miss the famous pilgrimage basilica of Mariazell – we recommend a guided tour. This programme is based at the Naturhotel Steinschalerhof, a family-run hotel offering delicious home-cooked meals and a cosy Tip: atmosphere. The hotel has its own nature garden and produces Extend your holiday to include a day-trip to nearby Vienna, Aust- its own herbs and vegetables. It is ideally situated for a number of ria’s magnificent capital, or explore the Kamp valley. Here you can excursions into the surrounding area. visit Arche Noah (“Noah’s Ark”), a garden and a seed bank dedi- A tasty welcome drink, an after-dinner Most (cider) degustation, cated to the preservation and regeneration of crop diversity. We a guided tour through the hotel’s garden and an evening with tra- also recommend Kittenberger gardens, a harmonic wonderland ditional Lower Austrian live music are just a few examples of the amidst the rolling hills of Langenlois. Enjoy a picnic in the beautiful extras this hotel offers to enhance your stay. gardens and explore the routes through this unique place during Make your way to Puchberg, from where the famous “Salamander a guided tour. Another experience you’re sure to enjoy is a visit Train” will take you to the to the 2075 m high Hochschneeberg, to the world of wine at Loisium. Join an expedition with all your Lower Austria’s highest mountain and a very popular excursion senses, learn about winemaking in Austria‘s largest wine growing destination. From its top you can see the mountains Rax, Ötscher town and take a closer look at the region and its tradition of wine- and Hochschwab and the lakes Neusiedl and Balaton in Hungary. making – including a tasting, of course! The Schneeberg is an ideal location to go for a walk. However, there are also some typical and rustic taverns such as Fischerhüt- Suggested Services: te, Damböckhaus or Berghaus Hochschneeberg. Afterwards the • 4 nights incl. HB at the Naturhotel Steinschalerhof train will take you back to Puchberg. (or its sister hotel) Another great excursion leads you into the Danube valley. Visit • 1 x train ride Schneebergbahn / Salamander Train Puchberg – Melk, where you experience a guided tour of the magnificent ba- Hochschneeberg (return) roque Abbey. Afterwards you will board the Wachaubahn, a train • 1 x train ride Wachaubahn Emmersdorf – Krems that will take you through the gentle rolling hills and the vineyards • 1 x train ride Steinschal – Mariazell (return) along the banks of the Danube to Krems. Here you can visit the • 1 x entrance and guided tour of Melk Abbey winery Sandgrube 13 and take a tour of the vineyards as well as • 1 x 2-course lunch at Hotel Drei Hasen in Mariazell sampling some of the produce. Alternatively we recommend the • 1 x welcome drink beautiful Grafenegg Castle where seven centuries of history are • 1 x farewell drink clearly visible in the architecture. During a guided tour you can find • 1 x little farewell present on departure day stylistic traces from Gothic through Baroque and Biedermeier to • 1 x nature garden tour at Steinschalerhof elegant Neo-Gothic. • 1 x music evening at Steinschalerhof The famous Mariazellerbahn, also known as the Himmelstreppe • 1 x Most (cider) degustation at Steinschalerhof (“Stairway to Heaven”), takes you straight to the town of Mariazell. Since 1330 – and to the present day – Mariazell and its basili- Travel Period: May – October 2019 ca have been an official place of pilgrimage. After gathering first impressions of this unique town you will enjoy lunch in the hotel Drei Hasen. In the afternoon you can visit the gingerbread factory Pirker where you can learn many new things about the production

The great Habsburg dynasty ruled over Austria for many centuries. Visit Austria’s second-largest lake, Neusiedlersee. Travel to Rust During this time many castles and palaces were built, both for where a local guide will take you on a walk through this pictu- the emperors and the aristocracy, many of which are also set in resque town, famous for its many storks and wineries or explore stunning parks. This programme will show you some of the most Schloss Esterházy in Eisenstadt during a guided tour. Then head splendid buildings in the area of Vienna as well as some other to a typical “Heuriger” tavern for lunch, before a horse-drawn car- historically and architectonically important structures and the most riage will pick you up and take you on a scenic drive. Continue fascinating and varying landscapes. your tour by boat on a cruise on the lake Neusiedlersee. A visit to this renowned wine growing area wouldn’t be complete without a Walk through the historic streets of Vienna and explore St. visit to a vineyard. Enjoy a wine tasting and take the opportunity Stephen’s Cathedral, the posh shopping mile on Kärntner Strasse to ask an expert everything you’ve always wanted to know about and the Imperial Vault, which is the most important burial place of wine before returning to Vienna. the Habsburgs. Enjoy a visit to the Church of the Augustinian Fri- ars, where Emperor Franz Joseph and Sisi exchanged their marital Suggested services: vows in 1854, and explore the Hofburg, which houses the Sisi Mu- • 5 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in Vienna seum, the Imperial Apartments and the Imperial Silver Collection. • 5 x dinner in the hotel In the former private rooms of Franz Joseph and Sisi you can see • 1 x local guide in Vienna incl. city tour max. 6 hrs some of the original furniture, valuable silverware and private pos- • 1 x entrance Imperial Vault sessions of the Habsburgs. Furthermore you can visit Schönbrunn • 1 x entrance Hofburg incl. State Apartments, Sisi Museum and Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburgs. Imperial Silver Collection incl. audio guide Explore the hunting lodge Schloss Hof with its spectacular • 1 x entrance Schönbrunn Palace incl. audio guide grounds that once belonged to the most celebrated military com- • 3 x local guide max. 8 hrs mander of the Habsburg Empire, Prince Eugene of Savoy. See • 1 x entrance and guided tour Schloss Hof the magnificent stately rooms and get an insight into what life was • 1 x entrance and guided tour Carnuntum like in imperial times. Enhance today’s excursion with a visit to the • 1 x train ride Mariazellerbahn Gloggnitz – Semmering excavations of Carnuntum, once a prosperous Roman settlement. • 1 x entrance information centre Semmering Discover ancient treasures and hidden secrets at three historic • 1 x guided bus tour Semmering and archaeological sites in Carnuntum. • 1 x entrance and guided tour incl. coffee and cake Railway Travel with your tour guide to the Semmering area, where the UN- Adventure World Mürzzuschlag ESCO-protected Semmering railway, known as the first mountain • 1 x entrance and guided tour mine Seegrotte Hinterbrühl railway in Europe, runs. Take the train from Gloggnitz up the Sem- • 1 x entrance and guided tour Schloss Esterházy mering and visit the information centre. Afterwards your local guide • 1 x “Heuriger” lunch buffet will take you on a guided bus tour to get to see the most beauti- • 1 x horse-drawn carriage ride & ful structures and viaducts. Visit the Railway Adventure World in boat cruise on Neusiedlersee 2 hrs Mürzzuschlag and take some coffee and cake in an antique imperial • 1 x wine tasting incl. bread and water (2 white wines, 2 red carriage. On your way back to Vienna we recommend you make a wines, 1 sparkling wine or dessert wine) stop at Seegrotte Hinterbrühl, a cave system with a beautiful grotto under a former gypsum mine. Explore the old mine with its mystic Travel Period: May – October 2019 tunnels, a museum dedicated to mining and its patron Saint Barba- ra, and take a boat trip across Europe’s largest underground lake.

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Bled and the Jewels of the Little Trains of Lower Austria II Carinthian Lake Country

Discover rolling hills, ancient castles and picturesque lakes and Along with its incomparable scenery, the Waldviertel has a lot to mountains in Austria, Italy & Slovenia. offer. Art treasures and cultural highlights await you along with Waldviertel specialties. Visit Tarvisio on the Italian border. Continue via Planica, home to one of the largest ski jumps, and Kranjska Gora to Bled. Enjoy a Your excursion leads you into the Danube valley and to the walk around the lake or visit the castle. Wachau. Board the Wachaubahn which will take you along the Experience a trip to Villach before driving along the Villach Alpine banks of the Danube. Explore the Kamp valley with Kittenberger Road up to the Dobratsch Mountain. Enjoy panoramic views of the gardens, a harmonic wonderland amidst rolling hills. Enjoy a picnic Julian Alps. We also recommend visiting the bird of prey demonst- and explore the routes through this unique place. Another experi- ration at Landskron Castle as well as the Monkey Mountain, where ence you’re sure to enjoy is a visit to the world of wine at Loisium. you can observe monkeys without cages or glass panes. Enjoy a visit across the border to Ljubljana. Enhance your stay with Board the “Reblaus Express” which takes you to the picturesque a guided city tour or a visit of the castle. town Retz, famous for its largest historical wine cellar. Explore the The small historical town Spittal an der Drau is always worth a visit town whether during a historical guided tour, a special night guard and the starting-point of a picturesque tour of the Carinthian coun- tour or with the little train “Weinschnecke”. tryside. Continue along the Malta valley. At 1933 m above sea level Austria’s highest concrete dam, the Kölnbreinsperre, awaits you, Make your way to Gmünd, board the narrow-gauge railroad allowing an amazing view. “Wachaubahn” and explore enchanting stretches of the Waldvier- Alternatively, we also recommend to discover the world of Mini- tel. Continue to Zwettl where the famous Zwettl brewery is situa- mundus. In this famous miniature world you can marvel at monu- ted and experience a guided tour with all your senses. We also re- ments from across the globe. Take a guided tour of Klagenfurt or a commend visiting the Cistercian abbey there. A special treat is the cruise on Wörthersee. The Pyramidenkogel viewing platform offers Sonnentor-Experience-Tour through the “Sonnentor” tea-factory. a marvellous panoramic view. Suggested Services: Suggested Services: • 4 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Waldviertel area • 5 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in Bled/Lake area • 1 x train ride Wachaubahn Emmersdorf - Krems • 1 x guided tour Villach/Klagenfurt/Ljubljana 2 hrs • 1 x guided tour Loisium incl. degustation • 1 x bird of prey demonstration at Landskron Castle • 1 x guided tour Apricot Family Aufreiter incl. tasting • 1 x guided tour Monkey Mountain • 1 x guided tour Kittenberger gardens • 1 x funicular, entrance and guided tour Ljubljana Castle • 1 x train ride “Reblaus Express” Drosendorf – Retz • 1 x entrance Bled castle • 1 x wine cellar tour Retz incl. degustation • 1 x boat trip Lake Bled • 1 x guided tour 1 hr or night guard tour Retz 1,5 hr • 1 x guided tour Spittal an der Drau 1.5 hr • 1 x train ride “Waldviertelbahn” Gmünd – Weitra • 1 x guided tour dam wall Kölnbreinsperre • 1 x guided tour Zwettl brewery incl. tasting • 1 x entry Minimundus • 1 x guided tour “Sonnentor” factory and garden • 1 x Lake Wörthersee boat trip • 1 x entry viewing platform Pyramidenkogel Travel Period: May – October 2019

Travel Period: May – October 2019

If Europe’s rivers are its veins then the Danube is one of the con- costume. On the way back to Austria we recommend stopping at tinent’s main arteries. Experience a unique journey centred on the the Lipno Dam, an artificial lake created by damming the waters of lifeblood of Austria and Bohemia. the Vltava. Why not enjoy a boat cruise here?

Travel to Schärding, a small town with a pretty, baroque centre. Make your way to the city of Steyr where the rivers Steyr and A unique experience awaits you: Board the brewery ship where Enns meet. Here you can take the Steyrtalbahn, a historic nar- you will see a demonstration of how beer is brewed. Afterwards row-gauge railway, to Grünburg (subject to the train’s timetable). embark on a 2-hour cruise along the river Inn almost as far as Afterwards head to Linz, Upper Austria’s capital, for a guided city Passau and back. During the cruise beer will be brewed and you tour. Enjoy some free time in this city on the banks of the Danube. will have the opportunity to taste it. It is also possible to have lunch We recommend you visit one of the many museums, such as the on board. art museum LENTOS or the Ars Electronica Center, also known as the “Museum of the Future”. Head to Passau next, just across the German border. Explore the “City of Three Rivers” at the confluence of the Danube, the Inn and Suggested Services: the Ilz with a city guide. • 4 nights incl. HB at a middle-class hotel in Upper Austria • 1 x river cruise on Inn with brewery ship incl. 2 small glasses Take a day trip into the Bohemian part of the Czech Republic and of beer the historic towns connected by the “national river”, the Vltava. Vi- • 1 x guided city tour Passau max. 2 hrs sit České Budějovice, home to the Budvar brewery, where we re- • 1 x one-way ride on Steyrtalbahn between Steyr and Grünburg commend a guided city tour and a visit of the beer brewery. Then • 1 x guided city tour Linz max. 2 hrs continue to the town of Český Krumlov, a picturesque gem and one of the most popular places in Central Europe. We suggest a Travel Period: June – September 2019 guided tour and a visit to the majestic castle which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. If time permits you can go to Seidl’s Photo Studio to learn all there is to know about the history of the art of photography. You can even have your picture taken in historical ©Stadt Passau

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REMAKE The Bavarian Castles – Bavarian Forest Kings and Fairy-Tales Winter Wonderland

On this tour, you discover spectacular abbeys, fortresses and The region enchants with picturesque mountains and snowy towns. castles amidst wonderful mountain backdrops. The world-famous Discover the Bavarian Forest National Park, immerse yourself in the castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau give you an in- world of building igloos and feed huskies during your stay! sight into the life of the fairy-tale King Ludwig II. A real highlight is the visit of a husky farm and an igloo village. Travel with your tour guide to the Ettal region. There, we recom- At the husky farm Dreisessel, you get interesting insights in the mend a visit to Ettal Abbey. Founded in 1330, the Benedictine housing, feeding and training of huskies. Later, you visit an ig- monastery was largely destroyed and rebuilt in the 17th century in loo village. There, you learn many interesting background stories the traditional Bavarian baroque style. Today it houses a brewery about the igloo building and the things to do around this village. and a distillery. You shouldn’t miss a visit of the Bavarian Forest National Park, where you walk along the world’s biggest tree top path. You may Then, you can continue with a visit to Linderhof Castle. Once used also explore the animal enclosures on your own (closed Nov./ as a hunting lodge the building was renovated in the 19th century Dec.). to become a castle and was the only castle that King Ludwig II regularly used. Travel also to Passau where a guide in historical dress shows you the old district of the “City of the Three Rivers”. Then, continue to Discover the spectacular castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohen- Vilshofen and visit Aldersbach Abbey and its brewery where you schwangau, possibly the most famous of King Ludwig II castles can enjoy a Bavarian snack. and one of the most visited tourist attractions throughout Europe. During the day, we recommend a stop at the nearby town of Füs- A visit of Joska Crystal Adventure World in Bodenmais is also sen before returning to your hotel. highly recommended. It is an interactive, sparkling adventure world where you have the chance to blow your own glass ball. Suggested Services: • 3 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Upper Bavaria Suggested Services: region • 5 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Bavarian Forest • 1 x full-day tour guide • 1 x torch-lit hike incl. mulled wine • 1 x entrance to Linderhof Palace • 1 x guided visit of the husky farm “Dreisessel” incl. • 1 x entrance to Ettal monastery incl. brewery visit non-alcoholic beverages approx. 2 hrs • 1 x entrance Neuschwanstein & Hohenschwangau Castle • 1 x guided visit of an Igloo Village incl. mulled wine • 1 x guided visit of the tree top walk Neuschönau (barrier free; Travel Period: May – October 2019 easy access) • 1 x guided city walk in Passau approx. 1.5 hrs • 1 x guided tour of Aldersbach Abbey incl. 1 beer & Bavarian snack • 1 x guided tour of Joska Crystal Adventure World in Bodenmais

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REMAKE REMAKE Boats, Trains, Funiculars Christmas Markets and Black Forest Gateau along the Romantic Road

Explore the picturesque landscape by boat, train and cable car. Enjoy two beautiful Christmas markets in the most romantic cities Traditional culinary delights, such as Black Forest Gateau, will Germany can offer. Tempting aromas, the festive glow and the complete your unique experience. wonderful sounds of the season will enthuse you.

Discover the Black Forest with a scenic coach tour. You will see Discover the picturesque old town of Dinkelsbühl, which was voted one of the largest cuckoo clocks. You continue to Germany’s the most beautiful town of Germany. During a guided tour historic highest waterfall in Triberg. Get in the longest loop cable car of figures will welcome you with traditional music and mulled wine. Germany and discover the Black Forest by floating above green Also visit the Christmas market of Dinkelsbühl and stroll through meadows and fir forests. As a special highlight we offer a piece of the stalls offering souvenirs and handcrafted Christmas presents. traditional Black Forest cake and a glass of sparkling wine during the ride. The funicular takes you up to an altitude of 1.220 meters, Travel to Rothenburg ob der Tauber and discover its medieval his- where you can enjoy a fascinating view. In the Schauinsland mine, toric district, which has been left untouched for hundreds of years. the largest silver mine of Southern Germany, a miner will lead you The Christmas market can look back on over 500 years of living underground. heritage and transforms the centre of Rothenburg into a winter’s fairy tale. Visit the world-famous Käthe Wohlfahrt shop, a Christ- Discover the old town of Freiburg with its world-famous “Müns- mas Wonderland full of wonderful articles or the unique German ter”. Go on board of the “Höllentalbahn” train and enjoy a relaxing Christmas Museum. journey to Lake Titisee, where you can join a boat ride on Lake Titisee. You should not miss some of the delicacies of the region. The next stop is a ceramics factory, where the unique miniature Taste some cheese during a guided tour at a cheese factory or Leyk model houses are produced by hand. In the evening a night take part in our seminar “Black Forest Gateau”, where you learn watchman will guide you through the dark roads of the town – a everything about making that sweet temptation. wonderful finale for your evening.

Suggested Services: Suggested Services: • 5 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Black Forest • 4 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel along the • 1 x entrance cuckoo clock in Schonach Romantic Road • 1 x entrance waterfalls in Triberg • 1 x guided tour of Dinkelsbühl with greeting by historic figures • 1 x ride with the Schauinsland cable car incl. 1 piece of Black approx. 1 hr Forest cake and 1 glass of sparkling wine • 1 x mulled wine in Dinkelsbühl • 1 x guided tour of the Schauinsland silver mine (barrier free, • 1 x visit of the Käthe Wohlfahrt Shop in Rothenburg normal clothing is sufficient) • 1 x visit of Leyk ceramic manufactory • 1 x guided tour of Freiburg approx. 2 hrs • 1 x visit of the Christmas Museum in Rothenburg • 1 x ride with the “Höllentalbahn” railway (Freiburg – Titisee) • 1 x Night Watchman Tour in Rothenburg ob der Tauber • 1 x boat ride on Lake Titisee approx. 1.5 hrs • 1 x Black Forest Gateau demonstration incl. 1 Gateau piece • 1 x wine tasting in hotel and 1 coffee • 1 x guided tour of a cheese factory and cheese tasting Travel Period: 27 November - 23 December 2019

Travel Period: April - October 2019

REMAKE The Harz Mountains: Trains & Boats of the Rhine & National Park & UNESCO Sites Moselle Valley

Discover the unspoiled nature of the Harz National Park. A nar- Take a journey through two of Germany’s most beautiful regions! row-gauge railway, a boat ride on a picturesque lake and two Enjoy picturesque landscapes, enchanting historic towns, wide vi- UNESCO heritage sites are only some of the highlights of the tour. neyards as well as the impressive Rhine and Moselle Rivers.

Get on board of the famous “Harzer“ narrow-gauge railway which Visit Rüdesheim, a famous wine town and home of the world- heads to the summit of the Brocken, the highest peak of the Harz known Drosselgasse with traditional restaurants and shops. Du- Mountains and a magical place. On a treetop path you have a won- ring a guided tour you get an overview of the city. Later, take a derful view on the region. You continue to Wernigerode, a colourful cruise to St. Goarshausen. Enjoy the panorama of the Rhine Gor- and lovely Harz town. ge with its impressive nature and admire the famous Lorelei rock. On your way make a short stop in Boppard, which is a famous The region is famous for its UNESCO World Heritage cities. Disco- winegrowing centre of the region. ver the imperial city of Goslar, known as the “Rome of the North“. Enjoy a city tour before savouring a profiterole and a coffee on the Spend a day at the Moselle River. You can start with a panoramic shore of picturesque Lake Okersee and do a boat ride on the char- cruise along the river, which is surrounded by vineyards. To disco- ming lake. ver the landside take the Cochem Castle shuttle bus (payable on the spot) to the romantic Cochem Castle. The last stop of the day Visit also the record-breaking “Titan RT” Bridge, the world’s longest will be a guided tour and a wine tasting at one of the vineyards. pedestrian suspension bridge with a suspended length of 458 me- A stop at Königswinter is also recommended. Board the famous ters across the Rappbode Dam. A thrilling view is waiting for you! A Drachenfelsbahn, which is Germany’s oldest cog railway. At the second UNESCO World Heritage Site is on your agenda. Walking top of the Drachenfels you see the ruined medieval Drachenfels the narrow streets of Quedlinburg transports you back to the Middle Castle and have a breath-taking view across the Rhine. Ages. You shouldn’t miss Koblenz, where the Moselle flows into the Rhi- Suggested services: ne. It is one of Germany’s oldest towns with more than 2,000 ye- • 4 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the ars of history. During a city tour you discover the most important Harz region sights. • 1 x ride with the Harzer narrow gauge railway (Wernigerode – Brocken) Suggested Services: • 1 x guided tour Treetop Path “Harz” approx. 1.5 hrs • 4 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Rhine Valley • 1 x guided tour of Goslar approx. 2 hrs • 1 x guided city tour of Rüdesheim approx. 1.5 – 2 hrs • 1 x boat ride on Lake Okersee • 1 x boat ride on the Rhine River (Rüdesheim - St. Goarshausen) • 1 x Coffee & Profiterole at Lake Okersee • 1 x boat ride on the Moselle River approx. 1 hr • 1 x entrance to the world’s longest suspended bridge “Titan TR” • 1 x wine tasting in Cochem (tasting + guided tour + 1 bottle of • 1 x guided city tour of Quedlinburg approx. 1.5 hrs wine per guest) • 1 x ride with the “Drachenfelsbahn” train Königswinter - Travel Period: April - October 2019 summit & back • 1 x guided city tour of Koblenz approx. 2 hrs

Travel Period: May – October 2019

Berlin, Dresden and Prague

Visit the three exciting cities Berlin, Dresden and Prague during Jewish Quarter, Mala Strana and the Astronomical Clock. A visit of your trip and discover iconic monuments, vibrant life and a rich Prague Castle, which was originally built in the 9th century, is also history. a must. Enjoy also a city cruise on the Vltava River where you can explore the city from a different angle. Start with a city tour of Berlin. Your guide introduces you to the most important sights such as the Brandenburg Gate, the remains Karlovy Vary is also definitely worth a visit. It is also called the of the Berlin Wall, the Reichstag Building or Alexanderplatz. Later, “Jewel of the West Bohemian Spa Triangle”. The incarnation of you can immerse yourself in the eventful history of Berlin. Learn spa elegance, imposing colonnades, exclusive spa buildings and more about the history of the Berlin Wall at the Checkpoint Charlie a wonderful layout in the heart of the forested valley. It is one of the Museum or become a part of the city’s history at Story of Berlin, most famous towns in the Czech Republic and also famous for its where you can explore 800 years of Berlin. glass. You can visit the famous Moser glass factory.

A visit of Charlottenburg Palace and its gardens is also recom- Suggested Services: mended. It is the largest and most significant palace complex in • 3 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Berlin area Berlin. • 2 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Dresden area Alternatively, you can spend a day at the nearby city of Potsdam. • 3 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Prague area Discover the city centre on your own and visit the famous Sans- • 1 x guided city tour of Berlin approx. 3 hrs souci Palace, which is often referred to as the German Versailles. • 1 x visit of Checkpoint Charlie Museum (audio-guides available) With 70 km of walkways, its park is the largest in Brandenburg. • 1 x guided visit of Story of Berlin • 1 x guided visit of Charlottenburg Palace or Sanssouci Palace On your way from Berlin to Dresden you can stop in Lübbenau • 1 x boat ride (Kahnfahrt) on the Spree River approx. 2 hrs at the Spreewald. Enjoy an unforgettable boat trip through the • 1 x guided city tour of Dresden approx. 2 hrs unique landscape of this UNECSO Biosphere Reserve. • 1 x boat ride with a paddle steamer Dresden – Pillnitz (return ride possible) Discover the city of Dresden, which offers impressive buildings • 1 x guided visit of Pillnitz Castle and a unique historical centre. The world-known Frauenkirche and • 1 x entrance “House of Meissen – A world of Experience” Semperoper are only two highlights of your city tour. Then, take • 1 x guided city tour of Prague approx. 3 hrs your time and visit other sights, such as the Zwinger, the Old Mas- • 1 x visit of Prague Castle ters Picture Gallery or the Green Vault. • 1 x boat ride on the Vltava River • 1 x full-day excursion to Karlovy Vary with English speaking We also recommend a panorama boat ride on the river Elbe from guide Dresden to Pillnitz. There, you can visit the famous Pillnitz Castle • 1 x visit of the Moser glass factory and its garden. It is a prime example for the Chinoiserie of the 18th century. Another option is a visit to the famous Meissen porcelain Travel Period: May – October 2019 manufacturer.

Your journey leads you to Prague, which is also known as the ”Golden City”. A city tour includes a view of the Charles Bridge, St. Vitus Cathedral, Wenceslas Square, the Old Town Square, the

NEW tBeaches and Islands Baroque Treasures and Nature of the Baltic Coast Wonders in South Moravia

Enjoy charming Hanseatic cities and wonderful coastlines. South Moravia is a region of great wine, natural wonders and cultural monuments. As a start of your maritime journey, make a stop at Germany‘s Amber Museum in the monastery of Ribnitz. Afterwards you will Start your journey in Valtice and visit the baroque chateau and explore the Hanseatic city of Rostock with your guide. Then you former residence of the Lichtenstein family with its famous wine will go on a panoramic boat ride from Rostock to Warnemünde. cellars. Discover the maritime flair with its fisher houses and lighthouse. Discover the charming Moravian capital Brno with its old town hall and the functionalist Villa Tugendhat, a UNESCO World Heritage Visit the Hanseatic city Stralsund. This old town is a UNESCO World Site. Visit the castle of Špilberk, a prison shrouded in horrific le- Heritage Site. After a guided tour, you will depart for an Island Tour gends, now hosting valuable historical collections. on Rügen. Explore one of the most beautiful karst areas in Europe. The main On the way you will pass Germany’s biggest cable-stayed bridge attraction here is the famous Macocha Abyss, 138 m deep and and be amazed by the beautiful beaches, chalk cliffs and piers. At steeped in terrifying myths and legends. Then visit the Punkva Kap Arkona, the northern point of the Island, you will make a walk Caves, where you can admire the cathedrals of stalagmites and along the coastline or you take a ride on the Kap-Arkona-Train. Why stalactites and take a boat along the subterranean Punkva River. not stop at one of the seaside resorts like Binz and take a ride on A further highlight is the little known city of Olomouc. The cent- the narrow-gauge railway called “Rasender Roland”? Do not miss ral streets are dotted with beautiful churches, a testament to the a visit to the Hunting Lodge in Granitz on the highest hill in East city’s long history as a bastion of the Catholic Church. Explore Rügen. Visit also the sunniest Island on the Baltic Coast – Usedom. the foundations of the ancient castle, then head for one of the ci- Before that, make a short stop in Greifswald. Numerous seaside re- ty’s many pubs or microbreweries. Don’t forget to try the cheese, sorts are lined up along the beach coast and are worldwide known Olomoucký sýr or tvarůžky, reputedly the smelliest in the country. for their architecture. Why not also stop at the fishermen’s village Allow yourself to be enchanted by the gardens in Kroměříž. Du- Rankwitz for a fresh smoked fish? ring the summer Kroměříž is reminiscent of the Garden of Eden and represents a perfect symbiosis of light, plants, water, art and Suggested Services: architecture. • 4 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the Greifswald/ Stralsund region Suggested Services: • 1 x visit of the German Amber Museum in Ribnitz • 3 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in South Moravia • 1 x guided city tour of Rostock approx. 2 hrs • 3 x 3-course lunch in a local restaurant • 1 x panorama boat ride from Rostock to Warnemünde • 1 x entry and guided tour at Castle Valtice • 1 x guided city tour of Stralsund approx. 2 hrs • 1 x guided tour and wine tasting at the wine salon at • 1 x ride on the little Kap-Arkona-Train on the Island Rügen Castle Valtice • 1 x ride on the narrow-gauge railway on the Island Rügen • 1 x guided city tour of Brno • 1 x full day guide on the Island Rügen • 1 x guided tour of fortress Špilberk incl. city museum • 1 x entrance to Hunting Lodge in Granitz on the Island Rügen • 1 x guided tour Moravian Karst incl. train ride and cable car • 1 x guided city tour in Greifswald approx. 1 hr • 1 x guided city tour of Olomouc • 1 x full day guide on the Island Usedom • 1 x guided city tour of Kroměříž incl. Castle of Kroměříž

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This fascinating tour is a great introduction to these three beautiful Golden Capitals – folklore evenings with delicious food, music and capital cities. Often referred to as the “Imperial Triangle” because dancing that are sure to be a memorable experience! of their historical past, each city has however still retained its un- mistakable character. Suggested Services: • 2 nights incl. BB in a middle-class hotel in Prague During a sightseeing tour of Prague you will receive a general • 2 nights incl. BB in a middle-class hotel in Budapest overview of “the city of a hundred spires”. You will see the most • 2 nights incl. BB in a middle-class hotel in Vienna important sights, for example Wencelas Square, the National The- • 1 x local guide for a half day day sightseeing tour in Prague atre, the Lesser Town and Hradcany with Prague Castle, Charles’ max. 4 hrs Bridge, the former Jewish district and the Old Town Square. • 1 x local guide for a half day day sightseeing tour in Budapest max. 4 hrs Get to know Budapest, Hungary’s vibrant capital city. Close to the • 1 x local guide for a half day sightseeing tour in Vienna City Park, you will see Heroes’ Square and Vajdahunyad Castle. max. 4 hrs Travelling back towards the city centre you will pass by the sy- • 1 x admission to Prague Castle nagogue in the Dohány Street and St. Stephen’s Basilica. See the • 1 x admission to Fishermen’s Bastion and Matthew’s Church in Parliament building on the banks of the Danube. The tour then Budapest continues to the castle district in the area of Buda, where Mat- • 1 x ride on the Giant Ferris Wheel in Vienna thew’s Church, the Fishermen’s Bastion and the Citadel are loca- • 1 x admission to Hofburg Palace in Vienna incl. Imperial ted and from where you have a spectacular view over the whole Apartments, Sisi Museum and Silver Collection city. Travel Period: March – November 2019 A morning’s sightseeing tour of Vienna: During this tour, you will see the most important buildings along the Ringstrasse, such as the State Opera House, the Museums of Fine Art and Natural His- tory, the Imperial Palace, the Parliament and the City Hall. The tour will also take you to the other side of the Danube, where you will see the UNO City and the modern side of Vienna. To learn more about Austria’s imperial past, and especially about Franz Joseph I and Sisi, the best place to visit is the Hofburg Palace with the Imperial Apartments, the Sisi Museum and the dazzling Silver Col- lection. One of Vienna’s most iconic landmarks is the Riesenrad, the Giant Ferris Wheel, built in 1897 by an Englishman. Admire the view as you take your turn.

Tip: Why not include a stop at Bratislava on the way from Budapest to Vienna? Though not quite as grand as the other cities on this tour, Slovakia’s capital is definitely worth a visit. Another way to enhance the tour is to include a typical evening meal at each of the Three

Best of Kraków

Kraków, situated in the heart of Europe and also known as the that 1.3 million people, 1.1 million of them Jewish, were sent to ”Polish Rome” is a city of poetry, art and Bohemian lifestyle. Learn the camp during the war. more about this exciting city during a guided city tour, visit the salt mine Wieliczka or the concentration camp Auschwitz-Birkenau, Enjoy a trip to Wieliczka where one of the world’s oldest and most both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. famous salt mines is situated. Learn more about the special salt sculptures and the underground salt lake, both making the mine a Start your tour with a day in Kraków and visit the city’s highlights UNESCO World Heritage Site. such as the beautiful ”Kings-Route“ which leads you to the oldest, mediaeval part of the city. Visit the Wawel Cathedral, the Suggested Services: inner courtyard of the royal castle and St. Mary’s Basilica with the • 4 nights incl. BB in a middle-class hotel in Kraków famous high altar carved by Veit Stoss, which is known as the • 1 x dinner in a restaurant in the historic centre of Kraków largest in Europe. We also recommend visiting the Jewish part of • 1 x full day guide Kraków Kraków, once an independent city, today one of the most popu- • 1 x entrance Wawel Cathedral lar attractions. After scenes of the movie “Schindler’s List” were • 1 x entrance St. Mayr’s Basilica Kraków filmed here, the quarter was revitalized once again. Let your day • 1 x entrance and guided tour Auschwitz fade out during a relaxed dinner in the historic centre of Kraków. • 1 x entrance and guided tour salt mine Wieliczka

Experience today a thought-provoking trip to the concentration Travel Period: May – October 2019 camp Auschwitz-Birkenau which was part of a network of German Nazi concentration camps and extermination camps built and operated by Nazi Germany in annexed Polish areas during World War II. The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum estimates

While exploring the sixth largest country of Europe, visit the cities gest brick stone church, and the Oliwa Cathedral where you can Wrocław in the west, Kraków in the south, Warsaw in the east and listen to wonderful organ concerts during the summer months. Gdańsk in the north. Every single one of those four has its speci- Continue to the city Sopot, also part of the Tricity, and enjoy a walk alties: Wrocław the city of flowers, Kraków the city of poetry, art along Europe’s longest and oldest wooden landing stage. and Bohemian lifestyle, Warsaw the capital and Gdańsk part of the Tricity at the Gdańsk Bay. Suggested Services: • 1 x night incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in Wrocław Start your tour in Wrocław and get to know the most important • 1 x half day guided tour Wrocław sights such as the splendid central plaza with the town hall, a pearl • 1 x boat cruise on the river Oder of Silesian gothic, and the baroque University. Visit the Wrocław • 2 x nights incl. BB in a middle-class hotel in Kraków Cathedral and the Virgin Mary church on the small offshore island • 1 x dinner in the hotel in Kraków and enjoy a nice boat tour on the Oder afterwards. • 1 x dinner in a restaurant in the historic centre of Kraków • 1 x half day guided tour Kraków Start your day with a tour through Kraków and visit the city’s high- • 1 x entrance Wawel Cathedral lights such as the beautiful ”Kings-Route“ which leads you to the • 1 x entrance St. Mary‘s Basilica Kraków oldest, mediaeval part of the city. Visit the Wawel Cathedral, the • 1 x night incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in Warsaw inner courtyard of the royal castle and St. Mary’s Basilica with the • 1 x half day guided tour Warsaw famous high altar carved by Veit Stoss, which is known as the • 1 x entrance and guided tour Malbork Castle largest in Europe. We also recommend visiting the Jewish part of • 1 x entrance amber workshop Kraków, once an independent city, today one of the most popu- • 1 x 2 nights incl. BB in a middle-class hotel in Gdańsk lar attractions. After scenes of the movie “Schindler’s List” were • 1 x dinner in the hotel in Gdańsk filmed here, the quarter was revitalized once again. Let your day • 1 x dinner in a restaurant in the historic centre of Gdańsk fade out during a relaxed dinner in the historic centre of Kraków. • 1 x full day guided tour Gdańsk • 1 x entrance Oliwa Cathedral incl. organ concert Enjoy a day in Poland’s beautiful capital Warsaw. During a guided (summer season only) city tour you will visit the most important and famous sights War- • 1 x entrance St. Mary’s Church Gdańsk saw has to offer. Especially the historical city centre and the Royal • 1 x entrance landing stage Sopot Route are worth visiting and will definitely fascinate you. Travel Period: May – October 2019 On your way to Gdańsk visit the magnificent castle complex in Malbork, Europe’s biggest brick stone castle and base of the German knight’s order. Continue your tour in Gdynia with an amber workshop and carry on to Gdańsk in the late afternoon. Let your day fade out during a relaxed dinner in the historic centre of Gdańsk.

Start your day with a city tour of Gdańsk, a UNESCO World Heri- tage Site, and explore the historic centre with its typical Hanseatic facades that are rich in detail. Visit St. Mary’s Church, Europe’s lar-

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Romantic Castles and Palaces of South Bohemia

A landscape of forests and fishponds with beautiful countryside Finally visit the mediaeval Rožmberk castle, the former property of and fairytale chateaux. the Vítkovci family, the predecessors of one of the most powerful Bohemian aristocratic families, the Rožmberks . South Bohemia is a dream paradise for holidays whether you de- cide to spend time sightseeing or relaxing. The countryside offers Tip: endless possibilities for visiting places of natural beauty, but also A special highlight is the Holašovice Farmers‘ Festival in July which lots of historical monuments and great conditions for cycling and lasts three days. walking. Suggested services:: Discover the Soutern Bohemian village Holašovice. It is situated in • 3 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the region of České the middle of the harmonious landscape of Bohemia and is surely Budějovice the most charming village in the Czech Republic. The pride of its • 1 x 3-course lunch at the Budvar restaurant České Budějovice place is the wonderful Baroque farms set around the extensive • 1 x 3-course lunch at a local restaurant village green, which even ensured inclusion of Holašovice in the • 1 x English speaking guide at Holašovice UNESCO world heritage list. • 1 x English speaking guide for České Budějovice • 1 x entry České Budějovice Budvar Brewery There is a lot to see in České Budějovice, not least the Budweiser • 1 x English speaking guide for Český Krumlov incl. entry Budvar brewery which offers visitors an entertaining and engaging Krumlov castle introduction to the process of beermaking. • 1 x entry Lipno treetop walk incl. cable car and coach services • 1 x entry Cistercian Monastry Vyšší Brod Get to know also the unique charm of Holašovice, which is situa- • 1 x entry Rožmberk castle ted in the middle of the harmonious landscape of Southern Bohe- mia. The wonderful baroque farmhouses set around the extensive Travel Period: May – September 2019 village green have made Holašovice a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A further highlight of the tour is Český Krumlov with its castle, which rises above the picuresque renaissance architecture of the pretty little town. The historical centre with its inimitable medieval character guarantees Český Krumlov a place on the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Enjoy a unique excursion to Lipno and Vltavou, walk among the treetops and have a wonderful view of the surrounding Šumava countryside and the distant Alps.

Enhance your trip with a visit to the Vyšší Brod Monastery, the spiritual centre of South Bohemia, which dates back to the mid 13th century. ©Stadt Budweis

Best of Austria: The Great Austrian Bake Off

Embark on a journey into the world of famous Austrian delicacies, world-famous Sacher cake and a hot drink. A further highlight is with a chance to experience an apple strudel show as well as the a visit to the Hofburg, the former residence of the Austrian Em- process of making Mozartkugeln and to create your own Linzer cake. perors.

Visit Salzburg, home to Mozart and The Sound of Music, where Suggested services: you will meet your guide for a city tour. Around lunch time you will • 3 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the area participate in an apple strudel cooking lesson where you have the Salzburg/Salzkammergut chance to try your hand at one of the most famous desserts in • 1 night incl. HB at Nature Hotel Steinschalerhof Austria. The programme also includes a traditional goulash soup (or similar) for lunch, which will be served before your own cooked creations. • 1 night incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the area Vienna Why not enhance your stay with a visit to the delightful Hellbrunn • 1 x city tour Salzburg max. 2 hrs Palace this afternoon? • 1 x apple strudel cooking lesson incl. lunch (traditional goulash soup/lentil soup) at Edelweiss cooking school in Salzburg Make your way to the beautiful lake Wolfgangsee where you will app. 1.5 hrs board the famous train Schafbergbahn, the steepest cogwheel • 1 x Wolfgangsee boat trip Schafbergbahn – St. Gilgen (one way) railway in Austria. Since 1893 mighty steam locomotives have po- • 1 x return ride with Schafbergbahn wered their way from the lakeside base station in St. Wolfgang to • 1 x hands-on Mozartkugel show at Café Dallmann in St. Gilgen the 1783 m high summit of the Schafberg. The Schafbergbahn incl. coffee and cake allows every visitor to conquer the mountain in comfort and style, • 1 x bake your own Linzer cake in the hands-on bakery making the entire journey an unforgettable experience! After your Jindrak in Linz return to the valley you will take the ship to St. Gilgen. Here you • 1 x city tour Linz max. 2 hrs will participate in a hands-on Mozartkugel show at Café Dallmann. • 1 x guided tour through the interactive world of bread Haubi- Experience how the famous confectionery is made and dip it into versum the chocolate yourself. Afterwards you can enjoy some coffee and • 1 x city tour Vienna max. 3 hrs cake on the café’s terrace. • 1 x hot drink and cake in an exclusive room in Hotel Sacher • 1 x entrance with audio guide Hofburg incl. Imperial Continue your journey to Linz, the capital of Upper Austria. Your Apartments, Sisi-Museum and Silver Collection first stop today will be the hands-on bakery Jindrak where you can create your own Linzer cake. Linzer cake is a very short, crumbly Travel Period: May – October 2019 pastry covered by a lattice of dough strips. The Linzer Torte is said to be the oldest cake in the world. A Veronese recipe from 1653 was found in the archive of Admont Abbey. While your cake is being baked in the oven, you will take a city tour of Linz and learn some interesting facts from your guide. After picking up your Lin- zer cake your coach will take you to the interactive world of bread, Haubiversum, for a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the bread ba- king process. Finally your journey will take you to Austria’s capital, Vienna. Enjoy a city tour and stop at the famous Hotel Sacher for a piece of the

Best of Switzerland: On the Tracks of the Glacier Express

Discover the highlights of Switzerland and marvel at the stunning Brienz. Have a wander around this lovely town before taking a mountains and lakes from the comfort of the “world’s slowest ex- trip on the steam-hauled Brienzer Rothorn cog railway. Afterwards press train”. continue along the lakeshore to the famous resort of Interlaken.

Travel to Lucerne and explore this magnificent city with a guide. Tip: The mediaeval town centre with its narrow streets, the old bridges Why not extend your stay to include a trip to the tiny principality (especially the wooden Chapel Bridge which is the oldest covered of Liechtenstein and its capital Vaduz? Stop at the wooden town bridge in Europe), the city walls and the Lion Monument are just of Werdenberg on the way, the smallest town in Switzerland, with a few of the sights not to be missed. You can also enjoy a boat its buildings from the 15th and 17th centuries. We also recommend trip on the lake. Relax as you watch the swans glide across the visiting the resort of Appenzell, well known for its cheese. clear waters. We can also heartily recommend a ride on the Pilatus train, the world’s steepest rack railway. Suggested Services: • 4 nights incl. HB at a middle-class hotel in the greater Dedicate a whole day to the Glacier Express. This famous Swiss Lucerne area train runs between St. Moritz/Davos and Zermatt. It may not be • 1 x guided city tour Lucerne max. 2 hrs the fastest train in the world but you’re in no hurry today as you • 1 x one-way ride on Glacier Express between Chur and sit back and enjoy the comfortable ride through the breath-taking Andermatt (2nd class) Swiss scenery. Travel Period: May – October 2019 You can take your pick of several day trips next. Visits to Bern, Ba- sel or Zurich are just a few examples. You may also wish to make a trip to the lakeside towns of Brienz and Interlaken. A scenic drive will take you over the Brunig Pass to the 1000-year-old village of ©Glacier Express ©Glacier Express

There are only a few countries in the world more famous for their Tip: cuisine than France. After all, it‘s no coincidence that we take There are lots of things you could add to enhance your stay: a such words as amuse bouche, aperitif, entrée, and dessert from mustard tasting, lunch at a typical Parisian brasserie or a Seine the French. Take a culinary trip to Paris and experience the City of cruise. For a lovely view of the city we recommend climbing up Love - and Food- with all your senses! the hill of Montmartre to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, taking the lift to the top of the Eiffel Tower or visiting the top floor of the skyscraper Start off with a guided tour of the City of Love. See the most im- Tour Montparnasse. portant sights, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Place de la Concorde and the Champs Elysées. Head into the Suggested services: newly renovated district Les Halles, known as the “Belly of Pa- • 5 nights incl. HB in a middle-class hotel in the area ris” because of its many markets and market halls. After learning of Paris about the history as well as the culinary culture of this quarter you • 1 x city tour Paris max. 5 hrs will enjoy a wine and cheese tasting. • 1 x cheese and wine tasting • 1 x gourmet tour Paris max. 3 hrs Enjoy a special guided tour of the crème de la crème of Parisian • 1 x entrance Les Caves du Louvre incl. tasting of three wines delis and foodie haunts that make this city a mecca for gourmets. • 1 x guide for a day trip into the champagne region max. 8 hrs Visit such renowned establishments as Fauchon or Hédiard and • 1 x entrance Moët & Chandon incl. 1 glass of champagne enjoy some free time for shopping in the boutiques around the • 1 x guided tour Moët & Chandon square Place de la Madeleine. • 1 x 2-course lunch in Reims area • 1 x entrance G. H. Mumm Visit the Caves du Louvre in the heart of the city, a historic wine cellar dating back to the 18th century. Learn all there is to know Travel Period: May – October 2019 about French wines – from grapevine to bottled delight – and sample some of the produce. Afterwards why not visit some of the city’s many museums, such as the Centre Georges-Pompidou or the world-famous Musée du Louvre?

A culinary trip to France would not be complete without a visit to one of the country’s famous champagne cellars. Make your way to Épernay, about 145 km east of Paris, where you can visit Moët & Chandon, a company founded in 1743 that went on to become one of the world’s largest champagne producers. Their champagne house has a 28 km long subterranean tunnel and thus has the largest champagne cellars in France. Continue via the village of Hautvillers, home to Dom Pérignon, to Reims where you can enjoy a guided tour of the G. H. Mumm champagne cellars. This champagne is famously used in the podium celebrations after Formula 1 and Formula E races as well as several other sporting events.

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