EXETER ESSENTIAL

SELF-DRIVE In THE BALTICS: LITHUANIA, AND ESTONIA 2020

White Glove Self-Drive Programs Include: *A pre-programmed GPS system for you to use while in Europe. Every pre-planned sight will be programmed into the GPS. Just click and go! *24-hour local help line, available to you as you travel and manned exclusively by Exeter local staff. *Our expert advice in finding the perfect car for your trip. Your car will be waiting for you to pick up locally and we’ll show you exactly where to return it when you are finished. *The freedom to deviate and explore on your own and then jump back into your planned itinerary at any time.

Itinerary at a glance: Day 1 Arrival into Vilnius Day 2 Vilnius Sightseeing Day 3 Vilnius at Leisure Day 4 Vilnius -- Klaipeda Day 5 Klaipeda at Leisure Day 6 Klaipeda – Riga Day 7 Riga Sightseeing Day 8 Riga at Leisure Day 9 Riga – Gauja National Park Day 10 Gauja National Park -- Muhu Island Day 11 Muhu Island at Leisure Day 12 Muhu Island -- Tallinn Day 13 Tallinn Day 14 Departure from Tallinn Why Exeter International?

Our Knowledge & Experience At Exeter International we have been creating memories and crafting custom-designed journeys for 27 years. We are a team of specialists committed to providing the best travel experiences in our destinations. Each of our experts has either travelled extensively on reconnaissance trips, or has lived in their area of expertise, giving us unparalleled first-hand knowledge. Because we focus on specific parts of the globe, we return to the same destinations many times, honing our experience over the years.

Hand-Selected Guides We know that guides are one of the most important components of any travel experience. That is why we only use local experts who have a history of working with our guests and whom we know personally. We are extremely particular in selecting our guides and are confident that they will be one of the most memorable aspects of any of our trips.

Authentic & Extraordinary Experiences Our Extraordinary Experiences are different, unusual, and not something easily googled. We also know how important it is to remain authentic. Going beyond the obvious is becoming increasingly important to our guests, and we focus on developing experiences that enrich and enhance both head and heart. We also recognize that the obvious sights are still popular, and we make every effort to skip lines whenever possible, therefore maximizing time in each destination.

Original Custom Programs, Meticulously Planned Our experts speak your language both literally and culturally. Our advice and recommendations are impartial, honest, and always have the individual in mind. We save valuable time in pre-trip research and offer smooth and effortless touring in each destination. Our planning is detailed, and we think of everything, including restaurant reservations. You will also have complete peace of mind on the ground with 24-hour local support.

Quality Vehicles We use late-model luxury vehicles, often Mercedes, Audi, BMW, or Volkswagen, depending on the size of the vehicle you need. The only exception to this is in some Central Asian countries that use vehicles predominantly from Japan.

DAY 1

Arrival in Vilnius

Arrival to Vilnius airport where you will be met by your Exeter International driver to transfer you to your hotel in the historic center of the city. Your hotel is the finest in Vilnius, the Grand Hotel Kempinski Vilnius, recently opened in the center of the city and within walking distance of all the major sights. Please note that no airfare is included in your trip cost.

Vilnius Old Town boasts outstanding architectural diversity in one of the largest and best-preserved old towns in Europe. This UNESCO World Heritage site is filled with Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces. Narrow medieval streets, secluded courtyards, town castles and fortifications and an incredible number of churches reflect the city’s rich and vibrant history.

This afternoon, you will meet your Exeter guide in the lobby of your hotel for an overview waking tour of Vilnius Old Town. You will visit Gediminas Castle Museum, the Cathedral Square and the Vilnius Cathedral and the Royal Palace.

You will return to your hotel for an evening at your leisure.

Special Note: All touring today is on foot and you will largely be in pedestrian only areas. Please wear comfortable footwear.

Exeter Services Transfer; Half-Day Guide (4 Hours)

Hotel Grand Hotel Kempinski Vilnius DAY 2

Vilnius

This morning your guide will continue your walking tour of Vilnius’ Old Town with you. If you are interested, you can visit the Amber Gallery and Museum which explains the origins and history of this precious material and exhibits amber of various sizes, forms and color. Exhibitions of works of art from amber are constantly held at the museum’s gallery. Amber jewelry of modern and classical design is available for purchase as well.

A tour of the Old Town is not complete without a visit to Vilnius University, founded in 1570 by Jesuits and one of the most important centers of the Counter-Reformation. The observatory tower dates back to 1569 and the library contains nearly 5 million volumes, making it the richest collection of Lithuanian books and one of the best-known libraries in Eastern Europe.

Also in the Old Town, you will see the Presidential Palace, which has been the official seat of Lithuania’s President since 1997. A flag displaying the coat of arms of the President is hoisted when the President is in the Palace and in Vilnius.

You will also see the Gothic St. Anne’s Church, which was originally built for the Catholic Germans and other visiting Catholics. The present brick church was constructed in the late 15th century at its exterior has remained almost unchanged since then. St. Anne's Church is part of a complex including the much larger Gothic Church of St. Francis and a monastery.

This afternoon meet your driver for a visit to the moving Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights, which was opened in 1992 in the former KGB headquarters. The museum is the only one of its kind in the former Soviet republics. The execution chamber in the basement, where more than a thousand prisoners were killed between 1944 and the early 1960s, can also be visited. The Museum stirred a bit of controversy by renaming itself somewhat misleadingly a Museum of Genocide Victims (it does not include much about the Holocaust.)

Finally, you will visit the Renaissance Palace of the Radziwills, who were for centuries one of the most influential and powerful Polish-Lithuanian princely families. The current building was erected in the middle of the 17th century but was partially destroyed in the following wars and remained mostly neglected for centuries. It was further devastated during World War I when only the northern wing of the palace survived. It was restored in the 1980s and is now a branch of the Lithuanian Art Museum. Return to hotel and enjoy at evening at leisure.

Special Note: Some touring today is on foot and you will largely be in pedestrian only areas. Please wear comfortable footwear. If you are tired at any time, your guide can arrange for taxi service on the spot and you can pay locally.

Exeter Services Half-Day Vehicle & Driver (4 Hours); Full-Day Guide (8 Hours)

Hotel Grand Hotel Kempinski Vilnius DAY 3

Vilnius At Leisure

This morning you will pick up your rental car from the downtown location near your hotel. Today is the perfect opportunity to explore some of the locations around Vilnius. Please note the cost of the rental car is not included. Rental costs are based on your individual vehicle needs.

We suggest stopping in Trakai, about 20 miles west of the city. Trakai, the ancient capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, is situated amidst picturesque lakes, the largest of which – Galve - has over 20 islands. It is best known for its captivating 14th Century fairytale castle which was presumably one of the largest in Lithuania of those times and served as residence for a number of Lithuanian rulers before the insular castle was constructed a short distance away on an island of Lake Galve. The Castle Museum offers a view into Lithuania’s past, when Trakai ruled an empire from the Baltics to the Black Sea. The Tartars, once part of this empire’s royal bodyguards, still live in Trakai today.

Trakai was also home to a large Karaite community. The origin of the Karaites is very interesting. Some scholars link them to the Khazars, Turkic people that converted to Judaism in the eighth century while others view them as descendants of the Karaite Jews who lived in Crimea. They were brought to Lithuania by Grand Duke Vytautas from the Crimea and served as his bodyguards. Today you may visit the Karaites' house of worship, called kenesa, and a museum of Karaite culture.

After you tour Trakai, we suggest you stop at the city of Paneriai, which was once a quiet small suburb before being turned into a mass-murder site by the Nazis in World War II. Nowadays, the entrance to the Paneriai memorial complex is marked by three stone slabs with inscriptions in Russian, Lithuanian and Hebrew honoring the memory of the hundred thousand who perished here.

Exeter Services None (Self-drive)

Hotel Grand Hotel Kempinski Vilnius DAY 4

Vilnius – Klaipeda

Today you will make your way towards Klaipeda. On the way you may wish to stop in the town of Kaunas.

Arrive into Klaipeda this afternoon where you will meet your guide for an introductory walking tour of the town. You will see the Castle Museum and walk to the Drama Theatre Square with a famous sculpture of “Annchen von Tharau”. If you are interested your guide will also take you to the Blacksmith Museum or the Clock Museum. Finnish your tour with a leisurely stroll through the wonderful Mazvydas Sculpture Park.

Exeter Services Klaipeda Guide (3 Hours)

Hotel Michaelson

DAY 5

Klaipeda At Leisure

Today we recommend that you drive to visit Neringa National Park at the Curonian Spit with the help of your preprogrammed Exeter GPS. First you will board a ferry that will take you and the car to across the strait. Curonian Spit, a UNESCO listed 60 miles long peninsula, features dramatic white sand dunes and beautiful pine forests.

Besides climbing sand dunes for beautiful views, you may wish to visit the Hill of Witches and the Amber Gallery in Juodkrante or perhaps the Thomas Mann house in Nida, where the famous German writer once vacationed.

In the evening, return to Klaipeda.

Exeter Services No Services (Self-Drive)

Hotel Michaelson DAY 6

Klaipeda-Palanga-Ljepaja-Ventspils-Riga

Today, check-out of your hotel and continue your journey into neighboring Latvia. Before you cross the border, we recommend that you stop in Palanga, just a short drive north of Klaipeda, and enjoy its beautiful sandy beaches. You may also want to visit the local Amber Museum in the Palace of Count Tyszkiewicz. If you haven’t realized it, you are in the amber capital of the world!

If you are interested you can drive up the coast and stop to visit Latvia’s richest town and port of Ventspils and visit its expertly renovated Old Town. Alternatively, take the highway from Liepaja straight to Riga.

Late afternoon or evening arrival into Riga and check-in at the charming Hotel Grand Palace in Riga.

Exeter Services No Services (Self-Drive)

Hotel Hotel Grand Palace DAY 7

Riga

This morning, your Riga guide will meet you in the lobby for a walking tour of Old Town Riga. You will visit the 13th century St. Peter’s Church, which was damaged by fire during World War II and later (ironically) rebuilt by the Soviets. A good place to start any tour is atop the church’s spire, where you can see the whole of Riga laid out before you. This is the perfect way to get your bearings before you wander down the cobble-stoned streets. From here you may see the exterior of the Dome Cathedral one of the largest and most distinctive houses of worship in the region.

After, you will view the famous House of Cats with cat sculptures perched on the top of its roof and hear about the intrigue surrounding these feline figures. Just across the street, you will also see the former headquarters of the Great Guild, now the home of the Riga Philharmonic. Other good examples of medieval dwellings are in this neighborhood, including the Three Brothers building, dating to the 15th century.

Continuing your tour of the Old Town, you will see the (Rigas pils) In 1938, the Latvian government declared the castle its official residence and today it houses the residence of the President, as well as two museums - the Museum of Latvian History and the Museum of Foreign Art.

In the afternoon meet your driver, we suggest visiting Riga’s Central District. Not far away from the Old Town, you can stop by the Freedom Monument - a memorial honoring the soldiers killed during the Latvian War of Independence from 1918-1920. Later you will visit the Latvian National Art Museum, which houses more than 52,000 works of art reflecting the development of the arts in Latvia from the middle of the 18th century until the present. It also features Russian art from the 16th to the first half of the 20th century.

The area around Elizabetes and Alberta Streets is known as Riga’s Art Nouveau (or Jugendstil) District, which features impressive examples of the style. In total, there are some 800 Art Nouveau buildings in Riga, many of which were designed and built by Latvian architects including Mikhail Eisenstein.

Time permitting you may wish to see the Riga Central Market or the Bergs Bazaar.

Exeter Services Guide (8 Hours); Vehicle & Driver (4 Hours)

Hotel Hotel Grand Palace DAY 8

Riga-Rundale-Riga

Today we recommend that you drive to the elegant 17th century Rundale Palace, located a short distance outside of the city.

Rundale Palace was designed by the famous architect (and Catherine the Great’s favorite) Rastrelli as a summer residence for the Duke of Courland and is an exquisite masterpiece of symmetry and beauty. The palace was built from 1736-1740 and the Rococo interior decorations were added from 1765-1768. The parade rooms, the duke's private apartments and the duchess' boudoir are open to visitors.

You may wish to have lunch at the restaurant located inside the palace today. The cost of lunch is not included in your trip.

Return to Riga’s Old Town Center or back to your hotel. You will have the rest of the evening at leisure.

Note: It is possible to arrange a privately led tour of the palace. This is not included in the price, please inquire for details.

Exeter Services No Services (Self-Drive)

Hotel Hotel Grand Palace

DAY 9

Riga-Gauja National Park

Today you will leave the capital of Latvia behind and make your way towards Gauja National Park.

We suggest leaving early so you have time to explore the sights in the area, including Castle, Cēsis Castle, and .

We can also arrange a private wine tasting in a traditional sandstone wine cave, a wood carving workshop, or a tour a former Soviet Bunker.

Check into your hotel this evening and enjoy the ambiance of staying in a real castle. Your stay provides complimentary access to the castle’s expansive grounds.

This area of Latvia provides a number of sights and activities, the perfect place to spend an extra night or two if time allows.

Exeter Services No Services (Self-Drive)

Hotel Birini Castle Hotel

DAY 10

Riga-Parnu-Muhu Island

Today check out of your hotel and continue your trip by driving to neighboring Estonia.

Drive north along the coast to Parnu, where you may wish to stop for a lunch break. Parnu is Estonia’s main summer resort but has the laid back atmosphere of a small charming town. During Soviet times it was a popular spa escape for the Russians and is now gaining popularity among Scandinavians. You can stroll through the Old Town or on the beach, or, if you like modern art, you should not miss Parnu’s Museum of New Art.

Continue your drive to Muhu Island. To get there you will drive to the town of Virtsu to board a ferry that will take you to the Island (full instructions will be given to you and your Exeter GPS will take you right where you need to go!). Then drive to the village of Pädaste and check-in at the wonderful Pädaste Manor, your home for the next two nights.

Exeter Services No Services (Self-Drive)

Hotel Pädaste Manor DAY 11

Muhu Island

Today enjoy at leisure in the beautiful nature of the Muhu Island. The hotel has bicycles for your use and many other activities in and around the resort.

Alternatively, you may explore the neighboring islands of Saaremaa and Hiiumaa.

Hiiumaa is home to several Nature Preserves, ideal for hiking and bird watching, while Saaremaa is especially attractive for retaining its prewar character. You should visit the Bishop’s Castle in Kurresaare, the main town on Saaremaa, that dates back to the 14th century. A half-hour drive from Kurresaare you will encounter a group of beautifully preserved wooden windmills and the medieval Karja Church.

Exeter Services No Services

Hotel Pädaste Manor DAY 12

Muhu Island-Tallinn

Today, check out of your hotel and drive to Estonia’s capital, Tallinn.

Tallinn has a unique history of seafaring, foreign occupation and merchant activity dating to the 13th century. A beautiful city of ancient castles, stone towers, and medieval streets, its ageless charm is unmistakable.

Return your rental car in Tallinn and check in at your hotel and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Exeter Services No Services (Self-Drive)

Hotel Telegraaf

DAY 13

Tallinn

This morning meet your guide in the hotel lobby for a walking tour. The Upper Old City or Toompea Hill, is the oldest part of Tallinn, inhabited since pre-history. Unlike Vilnius and Riga whose walls were destroyed, eighty percent of the original wall around Tallinn in the 1500’s is still intact today. In addition to having Tallinn’s oldest buildings, the upper old town has good viewing platforms to view the entire old town. Toompea Castle is one of Estonia’s most treasured landmarks, built by Danes and Germans after they defeated the Estonians in the early 1200’s.

At the foot of the hill, you will see the St. Nicholas Church, which was originally built in the 13th century by German merchants and dedicated to the patron saint of sailors and merchants. It was partially destroyed when the Soviet air force bombed the city in World War II. After extensive restorations it is now used as an art museum and concert hall.

In the afternoon, your guide will take you to the Kadriorg Park and Palace outside of the Old Town. Construction on this lovely palace was begun by Peter the Great in 1718 and was originally called Ekaterinenthal in honor of his wife, Catherine I. The humble cottage where Peter the Great stayed during his visits to Tallinn before the Kadriorg Palace was complete now houses a small museum displaying a few items from the emperor's life, as well as some early 18th-century furnishings. Kadriorg Palace now houses the National Gallery of Art and its collection of Western European, Oriental, and Russian art. You may choose to visit the museum or just enjoy the lovely gardens and grounds.

Afterwards, you may decide to continue to the KUMU art museum – Estonia’s largest. Opened in 2006 in an enormous, cutting-edge facility built into a limestone cliff in Kadriorg, the KUMU exhibits works from Estonian artists dating from the 18th century through the end of World War II, as well as a permanent exhibition of Estonian contemporary art dating from 1945-1991. The collection located on the third floor portrays the interesting relationship that existed between the art in Estonia and the Soviet Union.

Exeter Services Half-Day Vehicle & Driver (4 Hours); Full-Day Guide (8 Hours)

Hotel Telegraaf DAY 14

Tallinn-Onward

Today, meet your driver for a transfer to the airport for your flight onwards. Please note the cost of the flight is not included.

Exeter Services Airport Transfer What Is Included

Cost of the Program: $ For Two (2) guests April - October From $5,350 per person, double occupancy Travelling Together

For Four (4) guests April - October From $4,175 per person, double occupancy Travelling Together

***Please note, it is possible to arrange self-drive during other times of the year, but weather conditions may not be ideal.***

Accommodations

Vilnius Deluxe Room for Three (3) nights at Grand Hotel Kempinski Vilnius; Tax and Buffet Breakfast included daily.

The Grand Hotel Kempinski Vilnius was the first international five-star property in this charming city. The hotel features just 96 rooms and suites with individual décor. The hotel’s best feature is its location – directly in the heart of the city on Cathedral Square. Rooms feature views of the UNESCO Old Town, the Presidential Palace and the main shopping street of the city.

The hotel features a stunning spa and fitness area, as well as an indoor pool. Guests can also enjoy the Finnish and steam saunas. All rooms feature traditional décor, wood floors and exclusive fabrics. All rooms have in- room coffee and tea facilities. In all rooms except the Standard category, spacious bathrooms feature a separate shower and bathtub. WiFi is complimentary throughout the hotel.

Deluxe Room: These unique rooms feature some of the best views in the city. All rooms feature high ceilings, a small sitting area and views of Cathedral Square. Rooms have a choice of one king or two twin beds and range in size from 335 to almost 500 square feet. Some rooms have small alcove balconies overlooking the square. Some of these rooms have the possibility to connect.

Klaipeda Double Room with a River View for Two (2) nights at Michaelson Boutique Hotel; Tax and Buffet Breakfast included daily.

This 16-room boutique hotel boasts original interior features mixed with modern luxury and comfort. Each room contains exclusively designed Lithuanian furniture and high-quality textiles.

Breakfast at the hotel features a small cold dish buffet and made to order coffees and hot dishes.

Double Room with a River View: This double room offers a view of the River Dange with a King-sized bed and boast authentic construction balks and lintels. Average room size is 269 square feet and furnished with anti- allergenic bedding.

Riga Deluxe Room for Three (3) nights at Grand Palace Riga; Tax and Buffet Breakfast included daily.

The Grand Palace Hotel is the finest in Riga and offers one of the best locations in the city. The small lobby leads to a room where guests checking-in are seated and receive individual attention. The ambiance of this hotel is more of a grand mansion, befitting its history of a home to wealthy Baltic aristocrats. The hotel offers a fine- dining restaurant, Suite, which at 11:00PM transforms itself into a lounge for guests to enjoy drinks and music. Breakfast is served in the airy Orangerie. The striking Pils Bar is reminiscent of an English hunting lodge. Guests will also find a small fitness facility with a sauna and seat room.

As this is a historic hotel, rooms do tend to be on the small side and all feature individual décor. Rooms have traditional and elegant furnishings and bathrooms feature heated floors.

Deluxe Rooms: These rooms are some of our favorites and feature 275 square feet of space and offer a choice of either a queen bed or two twin beds. It is possible to place an extra bed in these rooms if necessary.

Gauja National Park Standard Castle Room for One (1) night at Birini Castle; Tax and Buffet Breakfast included daily.

A manor house existed on the property since the 14th century, but the castle as it is today was built in 1860 as a gift to August von Pistohlkor’s wife, Emily. After time as a sanatorium during the Soviet era, the castle was given new life as a hotel. Situated on a large estate including walking trails, a lake, windmill, and horse-riding trails. The property even breeds Latvian horses and dwarf rabbits.

Guests staying at the castle have complimentary access to the park grounds, the perfect chance to explore the traditional Latvian countryside. There is a restaurant and small spa area located on the ground floor and basement level of the castle.

All rooms are individually decorated and have a TV and hair dryer.

Standard Castle Room: Located on the first and second floors, these rooms have tall ceilings helping to make them feel more open.

Muhu Superior Room for Two (2) nights at Padaste Manor; Tax and Buffet Breakfast included daily.

This historic mansion on Muhu Island was first mentioned in the 16th century when the Danish king Fredrik II handed the property over to the von Knorr family in recognition of their services to the crown. After a long and painstaking renovation which was completed in June 2008, this idyllic property has again opened its doors to visitors and offers “simple luxury” in its 24 rooms, suites, and a private beach house all of which are air- conditioned and beautifully appointed with finest furniture and exquisite linen and fabrics.

The Padaste Manor complex offers accommodations in the actual Manor House, the Carriage House, and the private Farm House. All rooms and suites vary in size, location, and facilities and are beautifully appointed with luxuriant fabrics, unobtrusive state-of-the-art technology and wonderful attention to detail. All rooms and suites in the Manor House and the Carriage House are non-smoking.

Superior Double Room: There are 7 of these rooms in the Manor House and they vary in size from 355 to 505 square feet. Some of these rooms are located on the ground floor and have park or sea views while others have private balconies. A few of these rooms have a combined bath & rain shower, while others are fitted with a luxury sized walk in shower and no bath tub. All of these rooms offer high-definition LCD TVs with Satellite channels, Blu-Ray players, complimentary high-speed and wireless Internet, BOSE sound systems, and mini bars.

Tallinn Executive Room for Two (2) nights at Hotel Telegraaf; Tax and Buffet Breakfast included daily.

The Hotel Telegraaf offers 86 rooms and suites in the heart of Tallinn’s Old Town. The magnificent building at Vene Street 9 was constructed at the end of 19th century. Peter Schreiberg from St. Petersburg designed a 4- storied house, with the two topmost floors being added later. After the Republic of Estonia was established in 1918, the building was used as the post and telegraph center. The hotel is centrally situated in the historic Old Town – a UNESCO World Heritage site – and is very close to Town Hall Square, the Opera House, museums and shops, a variety of restaurants, medieval churches and ancient buildings.

Executive Room: The rooms in this starting category are all in the modern annex to the historic building and feature contemporary furnishing, carpeted floors and an armchair or sofa. View is of the courtyard. Bedding is either one double bed or two twins.

Meals No meals included, other than breakfast as described above. Your final documents will include our top recommendations. Your guides will recommend restaurants that fit your exact needs daily.

Services Private vehicle, driver and guide at your service as described. The timing for each day is noted in your program.

Exeter International’s local offices are available for your assistance 24 hours per day while you are traveling. Our local staff may also assist you with restaurant reservations and purchasing of additional theater and museum tickets at your request.

Transportation Transportation is included as noted. Unless otherwise noted, all transfer service is with a driver only, not a guide. In general, drivers have limited English-speaking skills. Timing for each day is noted in your program.

Guides Hand chosen for their knowledge on local history, art & architecture. Guides are at your disposal as noted in your itinerary.

Tickets All entrance tickets as described in the program.

Exeter International Travel Information BAGGAGE The vehicles reserved for your itinerary can accommodate up to two medium-sized suitcases per person. If you intend to travel with additional luggage, please advise your travel consultant so appropriate arrangements may be made. In general, we schedule a sedan for parties of two, a minivan for parties of three to four and a minibus for parties of five or more.

SIGHTSEEING Sightseeing arrangements have been made with your special interests in mind. Your drivers and guides are at your disposal as indicated in the itinerary. Within those time and mileage guidelines, you are free to modify your program as you please. Should you require additional time or mileage, the costs will be quoted on request and may be paid for locally in the local currency or U.S. Dollars.

Every effort has been made to confirm that scheduled sightseeing venues will be open at the time you plan to visit them. However, individual estates, museums, gardens and other points of interest can change their hours of operation at short notice. In the event that a particular attraction is closed on the day or time of your visit, your guide will offer alternative arrangements or rearrange your sightseeing to accommodate these unexpected events.

OPTIONAL EXPENSES Charges for extra meals, transport, sightseeing services or other optional additions to your established itinerary are your responsibility and must be paid locally in the local currency.

GRATUITIES Gratuities are not included in your tour price and are at your own discretion. Please see your final documents for tipping suggestions.

DINING WITH YOUR GUIDE On days when dinner and lunch costs have not been included in your itinerary (or in your tour cost), you may, at your discretion, choose to invite your guide to dine with your party. You are under no obligation to do so but, if you do extend such an invitation, the guide is your guest and you will be responsible for the cost of his/her meal.

Booking Conditions PAYMENTS Exeter International must receive a deposit of 25% of the total program cost before reservations for your independent travel program can be initiated. The balance of payment is due 60 days prior to departure. No reservations are made on your behalf until this deposit has been received. Availability and pricing is subject to change until this deposit is received. All deposits are nonrefundable.

CANCELLATION Written cancellations received fewer than 60 days prior to departure are subject to the following forfeit of tour cost • 61 days or more, all deposits are non-refundable • 60-15 days prior to departure, 50% of total tour cost • 14 or fewer days prior to departure, 100% of tour cost

REFUNDS We regret that refunds cannot be issued for arrangements confirmed on your itinerary but unused once your tour has begun.

INSURANCE Exeter International strongly recommends the purchase of travel insurance to protect your investment. You will find insurance costs noted on your invoice and insurance coverage information in your original booking packet.

PRICES AND ARRANGEMENTS Once an itinerary is finalized and final payment has been made, a $100 revision fee will be charged if the itinerary is changed.

The tour price includes planning, handling and operational charges. Rates are quoted in US Dollars on the current rate of exchange and tariff as of 2020. Exeter International reserves the right to increase tour prices to cover increased costs, tariffs and taxes, and to reflect fluctuations in foreign exchange markets. Devaluation of a foreign currency will be weighed against any tariff increases imposed. Exeter International does not breakdown costs involved in any Small Group or Individual Travel Program.

All arrangements are subject to availability and modification if necessary. Prices are subject to change if necessary until paid in full.

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