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 2008: BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY (6090)
14 days incl. air, or 13 days Munich/Munich This vacation lets you discover the undisputed beauty of gothic and baroque Prague, romantic Vienna, and charming Budapest at a more leisurely pace, spending three overnights in each of these interesting cities. Guided city sightseeing with extensive commentary on the local sights, history, and traditions is included in Prague, Budapest, Vienna, and Salzburg. Start your journey in Munich before traveling to Nuremberg, famous for its WWII trials; Pilsen, famous for its beer; Bratislava, Slovakia's capital by the River Danube; Mayerling, where Archduke Rudolf died tragically at a hunting lodge with his young lover; and Melk with its rich baroque abbey. Spend a night in Mozart's Salzburg with its charming Getreidegasse before motoring back to Munich for the conclusion of your memorable vacation.
HOTELS
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service chargesMUNICH NH Tryp (F), PRAGUE Ibis Smichov (ST), BUDAPEST Flamenco Park (F), VIENNA Bellevue (F), SALZBURG Austria Trend Airportcenter (F)
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| Details | | Cosmos | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Board your overnight transatlantic flight | | | Day 2 | ARRIVAL IN MUNICH, GERMANY | Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to start exploring Munich. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers. | | Day 3 | MUNICH-NUREMBERG-PILSEN-PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC | An interesting itinerary today as you drive northeast for a first stop in Nuremberg, famous for its World War II war crime trials. Later, cross the border into the Czech Republic. Make a stop in Pilsen, world renowned for its lager, and then on to Prague for the next three nights. (B) | | Day 4 | Prague | The city has a wealth of gothic and baroque architecture that perhaps inspired Dvorak and Smetana, both Prague composers. The included guided sightseeing features landmarks such as the National Theater, Belvedere, Charles Bridge, and the old Town Hall with the Astronomical Clock. Plenty of time for some individual exploring, or maybe just a walk along the banks of the Vltava River and then a meal at a restaurant of your choice. Your second day in Prague will give you a program of optional excursions, or if you prefer, the opportunity for arranging your own day with visits to places of particular personal interest. (B daily) | | Day 5 | Prague | The city has a wealth of gothic and baroque architecture that perhaps inspired Dvorak and Smetana, both Prague composers. The included guided sightseeing features landmarks such as the National Theater, Belvedere, Charles Bridge, and the old Town Hall with the Astronomical Clock. Plenty of time for some individual exploring, or maybe just a walk along the banks of the Vltava River and then a meal at a restaurant of your choice. Your second day in Prague will give you a program of optional excursions, or if you prefer, the opportunity for arranging your own day with visits to places of particular personal interest. (B daily) | | Day 6 | PRAGUE-BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA-BUDAPEST, HUNGARY | Journey southeast by way of Brno into the new state of Slovakia for a stop in its capital, Bratislava. Next, cross into Hungary to reach Budapest in time to enjoy your first evening in this lively and lovable capital city. (B) | | Day 7 | Budapest | Included sightseeing features Buda Castle, which dominates the twin cities of Buda and Pest that are separated by the broad ribbon of the Danube. Also see Heroes' Square, which typifies the modern capital, the old inns and wine cellars along the riverbank, Parliament, Margaret Island, Fishermen's Bastion, the Royal Castle, and Matthias Coronation Church. There's plenty more to do and see during these two days; ask your Tour Director for assistance. (B daily) | | Day 8 | Budapest | Included sightseeing features Buda Castle, which dominates the twin cities of Buda and Pest that are separated by the broad ribbon of the Danube. Also see Heroes' Square, which typifies the modern capital, the old inns and wine cellars along the riverbank, Parliament, Margaret Island, Fishermen's Bastion, the Royal Castle, and Matthias Coronation Church. There's plenty more to do and see during these two days; ask your Tour Director for assistance. (B daily) | | Day 9 | BUDAPEST-VIENNA WOODS, AUSTRIA-MAYERLING-VIENNA | The highlight of today's itinerary will be the Vienna Woods and Mayerling. See the hunting lodge, the scene of the tragic death of Archduke Rudolf and his 17-year-old lover Maria Vetsera on January 30, 1889. Later, a short drive to Vienna for the next three nights. (B) | | Day 10 | Vienna | Two whole days to fully enjoy one of Europe's best known and loved capitals. Whatever your plans, it is wise to start off with the included city sightseeing tour. See the State Opera, Parliament, and the Town Hall. Stroll in Heroes' Square to view the Hofburg and, finally, an inside visit to St. Stephen's Cathedral. Splendid baroque palaces and the Viennese traditional joie de vivre give great scope for a program of optional excursions. Your stay is long enough to fit in your personal plans and choices. (B daily) | | Day 11 | Vienna | Two whole days to fully enjoy one of Europe's best known and loved capitals. Whatever your plans, it is wise to start off with the included city sightseeing tour. See the State Opera, Parliament, and the Town Hall. Stroll in Heroes' Square to view the Hofburg and, finally, an inside visit to St. Stephen's Cathedral. Splendid baroque palaces and the Viennese traditional joie de vivre give great scope for a program of optional excursions. Your stay is long enough to fit in your personal plans and choices. (B daily) | | Day 12 | VIENNA-MELK-SALZBURG | Another day with a truly varied itinerary and some interesting options. Drive first to Krems on the banks of the Danube and surrounded by hills and vineyards. Here you can choose to join a cruise on the river, taking in the beautiful Wachau region. Stop in Melk to visit its great abbey before continuing the journey westwards directly to Salzburg. (B) | | Day 13 | SALZBURG-MUNICH, GERMANY | Don't miss out on the included city sightseeing excursion with a Local Guide. You'll be taken through the historic center of Mozart's hometown to see its many highlights, including the Domplatz, the Horse Trough, Festival Hall, and, of course, the charming Getreidegasse where Mozart was born. This afternoon motor directly to Munich. This evening join the optional Bavarian evening and farewell dinner. (B) | | Day 14 | YOUR HOMEBOUND FLIGHT ARRIVES THE SAME DAY (B) | |
| | US$ Price Details
*Air inclusive prices are based on departure from New York. Prices for departures from other cities will vary and can be obtained from your travel agent or by visiting www.cosmos.com. Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee of up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.40 per segment, and U.S. and International arrival and departure fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Air inclusive prices are subject to change and not guaranteed until payment is made in full. Restrictions apply. Single room supplement: $480Guaranteed shares.No triple room reduction.
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Additional Information:
-Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
-2008, 2009 & 2010 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.
Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature. |
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