Enchanting Eastern Europe On SIC Basis

13 Days

/ 12 Nights

Czech Republic, Hungary

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Highlights

Vienna, Austria

Guided City Tour of Vienna with visit to Schonbrunn Palace

Hallstatt, Austria

Hallstatt Salt Mines Entrance Ticket

Salzburg, Austria

Salzburg Hop on Hop Off Bus City Tour 24 Hrs
Mozart Residence Entrance Ticket in Salzburg

Prague, Czech Republic

Guided Walking Tour of Prague with visit to Prague Castle
St. Vitus Cathedral

Budapest, Hungary

Budapest Grand City Tour With Parliament Visit
Danube river cruise

Day wise travel itinerary

Day 1 : Vienna

Welcome to Vienna to start your exciting journey through Europe with us. Vienna is the Largest City and Capital of Austria. It is famous for its cultural events, imperial sites, coffee houses and cosy wine taverns. On arrival you will be transferred to the hotel (Standard Check in time is 1400 Hrs in Hotel). Evening free at leisure. Overnight in Vienna.

Included Meal: Dinner

Day 2 : Vienna

After Breakfast, depart to departure point on your own for Guided City Tour of Vienna. Visit the main landmarks of Vienna Ringstrasse, Vienna’s main boulevard, State Opera, the Parliament building and many more. Later the tour continues with the Visit the Schonbrunn Palace. Overnight in Vienna.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 : Vienna – Hallstatt

Breakfast at Hotel and check out. Transfer on your own to Vienna train station. Take train to Hallstatt. Arrive and transfer to hotel on own. Check in. . The quaint alpine village, situated on Lake Hallstatt’s western shore in the mountainous Salzkammergut region, is home to fewer than 1,000 inhabitants, an ancient salt mine, and unparalleled views of the Austrian Alps. Arrive and Check in. Later depart to visit Hallstatt Salt mines. It is the oldest saltmines of the world. Return back and explore the town. Overnight in Hallstatt.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 : Hallstatt– Salzburg

After Breakfast check out and take train to Salzburg. Arrive Salzburg and Check in to the Hotel. Picturesque Austrian city Salzburg is surrounded by the views of the Eastern Alps and divided by the Salzach River. Arrive & check in. Today eveing enjoy an unforgettable recital of famous classical music pieces during this best of Mozart concert at the Salzburg Fortress in Salzburg. Take your seat at the famous Festung Hohensalzburg (Salzburg Fortress), nestled high on a hilltop overlooking the city. Listen as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s most beautiful pieces of music are brought to life in the spectacular surroundings of Salzburg Fortress. Enjoy panoramic views over the town twinkling in the evening darkness. Hear treasures from the composer’s magnificent collection of works, and enjoy solos from internationally renowned performers. Overnight in Salzburg. Overnight in Salzburg.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 : Salzburg

Today, Discover the famous Salzkammergut – Lakes and Mountains Region with its breathtaking, postcard-perfect alps and stunning lakes on a hop-on hop-off tour! Listen to the onboard commentary and step off to Lake Wolfgangsee, Lake Fuschl, and filming locations from the famous ‘The Sound of Music’. Admire the historic Fuschl Castle. In the historic village of St. Wolfgang, stroll along the filming location for the musical comedy ‘White Horse Inn’. Soak up the chill atmosphere in the beautiful alleys, and enjoy traditional pastry and coffee. This hop-on hop-off sightseeing lets you enjoy all the benefits of a guided tour, including hassle-free transportation and on-board audio commentary, while giving you some freedom to explore at your own pace! Overnight in Salzburg. Overnight in Salzburg.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 : Salzburg – Ljubljana

After breakfast, Check out and take train to Ljubljana. Arrive Ljubljana and transfer on your own to hotel and check in. Later depart for Walking tour of Ljubljana. Get to know the city of Ljubljana. Visit attractions around the city, including many in the old town of Ljubljana such as the Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge, and Preseren Square. Later day is free for Leisure. Overnight in Ljubljana.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 : Ljubljana

Breakfast at Hotel. Depart for Day Trip to Lake Bled, Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle. Discover Slovenia’s three most visited sights including Lake Bled, Predjama Castle, and Postojna Cave during a memorable day trip departing from Ljubljana. Experience the serenity of Lake Bled as you cross to Bled Island on a boat. Visit Bled Castle which rises high atop a cliff where amazing views can be captured and enjoy some free time. Explore the winding stairways of Predjama Castle and then observe bizarre rock formations in Postojna Cave – the second-longest cave network in the country. Return back and overnight in Ljubljana.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 : Ljubljana - Budapest

After breakfast, Check out and take train to Budapest. Arrive Budapest and transfer yourself to hotel. Arrive, transfer on your own to hotel and Check in. Budapest is a cosmopolitan European capital with a relaxed vibe, Budapest’s wide boulevards and stunning architecture, steamy thermal baths, wealth of UNESCO World Heritage sites, are worth the visit. Arrive Budapest and Check in to your Hotel. Later evening depart for Budapest River Cruise. Overnight in Budapest.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 : Budapest

After morning make your own way to departure point of Budapest City Tour with Parliament Building. Your first stop on this bilingual guided city tour of Budapest is in the Castle District for a short walk to see the area’s main attractions. You’ll visit the Castle District area, the perfect spot for enjoying spectacular views of the surrounding area. Travel across the Elizabeth Bridge to the Pest side to see the exterior of the famous Central Market Hall and Europe’s largest synagogue. Then, drive to the city park. Along the way, you’ll pass the largest thermal spa in Europe and the Budapest Zoo, and then stop at Heroes’ Square, where you’ll find statues of famed Hungarian kings and dukes. The tour continues from here down And rássy Avenue to downtown Pest, passing the Opera House and St. Stephen’s Basilica. Later you may opt for Szechenyi Spa. Overnight in Budapest.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 : Budapest – Prague

After Breakfast, check out and take train to Prague. Prague (“Praha” in Czech), the capital of the Czech Republic, has been called many nicknames, such as the “The City of 100 Towers”, “The Rooftop of Europe”, “The Heart of Europe”, “The Golden City”, and “The Mother of Cities”. And the magnificent city, where history meets today, fully deserves all of them and many more Prague is the photographer’s delight. Check in and Overnight in Prague.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 11 : Prague

After breakfast, depart for Guided Tour of Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral. Continue to the Castle District where enjoy Walking Tour of Prague Castle. The surrounding area includes Castle ground and the famous Gothic style St. Vitus Cathedral. Prague Castle is the seat of President of the Czech Republic and serves as the historical and political center of both city and country. Here St. Vitus Cathedral is the Spiritual Symbol of Czech State and contains underground tombs of Czech Kings. Later we will visit Lesser Town, the famous Charles Bridge, Old Town of Prague and Astronomical Clock, Jewish Quarter and Vltava River. Overnight in Prague.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 12 : Prague – Cesy Krumlov – Prague

After Breakfast, You may OPT for Day trip to Cesky Krumlov. One of the Czech Republic’s most beautiful towns, compact Cesky Krumlov makes walking a delight. See the courtyards, gardens, and fountains of Cesky Krumlov Castle, tour the 15th-century Church of St. Vitus, and explore the historic center. Overnight in Prague.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 13 : Prague – Back to Home

After breakfast check out and you will be transferred to Prague International Airport to board a flight back home with wonderful memories of your tour.

Included Meal: Breakfast

Stay in Hotel Like

Austria Trend Eventhotel Pyramide or similar

Parkallee 2, 2334 Vösendorf, Austria

No. Of Nights : 2

Seehotel Grüner Baum or similar

Marktpl. 104, 4830 Hallstatt, Austria

No. Of Nights : 1

Austria Trend Hotel Salzburg Mitte or similar

Münchner Bundesstraße 114A, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

No. Of Nights : 2

Four Points by Sheraton Ljubljana Mons or similar

Pot za Brdom 4, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

No. Of Nights : 2

Novotel Budapest Danube or similar

Budapest, Ntak: Sz19000074, Bem rkp. 33-34, 1027 Hungary

No. Of Nights : 2

Hotel Duo or similar

Teplická 492, 190 00 Praha 9, Czechia

No. Of Nights : 3

Visa Checklist

Czech Tourist Visa Check List

Country : Czech Republic
Submission Through : VFS Global
Visa Decided By : Embassy of the Czech Republic in New Delhi

Original Passport with old Passport :
Passport should be valid minimum 3 months after return date, issued within last 10 years, with two blank pages back-to-back.

Photographs :
02 recent photos, 35mm x 45mm, white background, matt finish, 80% face, not used previously.

Visa Application Form :
Completed and signed Schengen visa application form.

Covering Letter :
Mention purpose of visit, travel dates, cities to be visited, expense details, and return assurance.

Financial Documents :
Last 2–3 years ITR / Form-16
Last 6 months bank statement (signed & stamped)
Maintain sufficient balance as per travel duration.

Employment / Business Proof :

If Salaried
Salary slips (last 3 months)
Leave approval / NOC letter
Employment letter + visiting card

If Self-Employed
Business registration / GST / Shop Act
Company bank statement (6 months)

Travel Insurance :
Mandatory travel insurance covering entire Schengen stay with minimum EUR 30,000 medical coverage.

Flight Reservation :
Return ticket or confirmed reservation showing entry and exit from Schengen Area.

Hotel Booking :
Hotel confirmation for full stay with applicant name and dates.
If staying with host – Invitation letter + host ID proof required.

Day-to-Day Itinerary :
Detailed travel plan for entire stay in the Czech Republic and other Schengen countries (if any).

Proof of Ties to India :
Job proof / business proof / property / family documents (if available).

Identity Proof :
PAN Card copy and Aadhaar Card copy.

Processing Time :
Approx. 15 working days after submission.
Apply at least 3–4 weeks before travel date.

Payment Term

Payment Terms :

50,000 INR Deposit at the time of booking. (Non Refundable)
1,00,000 INR after getting UK / Schengen Visa.
50 % of Tour Payment before 45 Days of Departure.
Full Payment Has To Be Clear Before 30 Days Of Departure.

Cancellation & if in case of visa rejection charges : (Per Person)

If UK Visa is rejected 15,000 INR.
If Schengen Visa is rejected 15,000 INR.
If UK & Schengen both Visas rejected 30,000 INR.
60 Days or More before Departure 1,00,000 INR.
59 Days to 45 Days before Departure 1,50,000 INR.
44 Days to 30 Days before Departure 75 % Of Tour Cost
Before 29 Days Departure 100 % Of Tour Cost

Tour Cost Includes :

Accommodation in 3 * or 4* Hotels.
Friendly Gujarati Tour Escort from Shree Swaminarayan Tourism.
Meal & Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
Return Airfare Ex. Ahmedabad with Tax.
Visa Charges.
Travel Insurance Policy.

Tour Cost Excludes :

Any increase in the air fare, fuel surcharge and taxes charged by the airlines on your air ticket
Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in all land arrangement which may come in to effect prior to departure.
Cost of extension of the validity or deviation from route of your air ticket.
Cost of the Suggested Excursions, porterage, laundry, telephone charges, all items of personal nature and also food and drinks not forming part of the group menus.
Mandatory tips of EUR 3 per person per day for Coach Drivers, Guides etc.
Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘Tour Cost Includes’
Taxes as applicable to be paid extra on the total tour price.

Important :

GST 5 % is applicable on Total Tour Cost.
TCS 5 / 20 % is applicable on Total Tour Cost.
Tour Cost Calculated at rate of Exchange 01 Euro = 105 INR. (Subject to ROE)
All Hotel Room Category is Standard Room (Basic Category)
Hotel is not in City Centre or Downtown.
We are not giving refund If any sightseen is close due to maintenance or Bad Weather

TCS Term Condition

TCS On Overseas Tour Packages:

TCS Applicable On Booking Of Overseas Tour Package As Per Provisions Of Section 206C(1G) Of The Income Tax 1961
5% TCS Up To INR 10 Lakhs Thereafter 20% TCS.
(INR 7 Lakh Exemption Threshold Limit Qua The Remitter – Declaration Has To Be Submitted By The Consumer Of International Tour Package To SHREE SWAMINARAYAN TOURISM)
If You Cancel Your Trip The Amount Of TCS Paid Is Non-Refundable.
As Per Section 206CCA Of Income Tax Act 1961, In Case You Have Not Filed Your Income Tax Returns For Two Preceding Years; And The Aggregate TDS And TCS Of Each Tax Year Is INR 50,000 Or More – On Validating The PAN If It Is Found That You Have Not Filed Your Income Tax Returns For Two Preceding Years And Aggregate TCS And TCS Exceeds INR 50,000, An Additional TCS @ 5/20% (As The Case May Be) Will Be Recovered From You Or Booking Will Get Cancelled And Cancellation Charges Will Apply.
In Case Of PAN – AADHAR Not Linked TCS Will Be Applicable On Higher Rate & TCS Credit Will Not Appear In Form 26 / AIS / TIS And TCS Certificates Will Not Be Available.
Outward Remittance Under LRS Cannot Proceed If PAN – AADHAR Not Linked.
On Validating PAN – AADHAR Seeding If Found Not Linked, Booking Will Get Cancelled And Cancellation Charges Along With Higher Rate Of TCS Will Apply.
Overseas Tour Package’ Means Any Tour Package Which Offers A Visit To A Country Or Countries Or Territory Or Territories Outside India And Includes Expenses For Travel Or Hotel Stay Or Boarding Or Lodging Or Any Other Expenditure Of Similar Nature Or In Relation Thereto.
Specified Person’ Means A Person Defined As Per Provisions Of Section 206CCA Of Income Tax Act, 1961.
The User Is Liable To Pay Tax Collected At Source (TCS) On Booking Of An ‘Overseas Tour Package’ At An Appropriate Rate Over And Above The Price Charged For Such Package In Compliance With The Provisions Of Section 206C (1G)(B) Of The Income Tax Act, 1961.
SHREE SWAMINARAYAN TOURISM Will Deposit The TCS Amount So Collected With The Government And Issue Appropriate Document/Certificate To The User In Compliance With Aforesaid Provision.
The User Is Required To Provide A Valid PAN Of User/ Traveller(S) At The Time Of Booking An Overseas Tour Package With SHREE SWAMINARAYAN TOURISM The User Understands And Agrees That SHREE SWAMINARAYAN TOURISM At The Time Of Booking Or At A Later Stage, Will Validate The PAN Provided By The User To Check Compliance Of Provisions Of Section 206CC Of Income Tax Act. The User Agrees That In Case The PAN Is Found To Be Invalid, Or It Does Not Belong To User/ Traveller(S), SHREE SWAMINARAYAN TOURISM Has An Obligation To Cancel The Booking In Compliance With The Law And Process The Refund As Per The Cancellation Policy Applicable To Said Booking.
The User Further Understand And Agrees That SHREE SWAMINARAYAN TOURISM Would Also, At The Time Of Booking Or At A Later Stage, Validate User/ Traveller(S) PAN As Per The Provisions Of Section 206CCA Of Income Tax Act And If On Validation The User Qualifies As A ‘Specified Person’, The User Agrees To Pay TCS To SHREE SWAMINARAYAN TOURISM At Such Higher Rate As May Be Applicable Under Section 206CCA. The User Agrees To Pay The Additional TCS Amount To MMT Where, As A Result Of Validation Under Section 206CCA, The TCS Collected At The Time Of Booking Falls Short Of The Applicable Rate Of TCS. The User Further Confirms To SHREE SWAMINARAYAN TOURISM That User/ Traveller(S) PAN And Aadhar Are Linked With Income Tax, At The Time Of Booking Or At A Later Stage. If User Fails Or Disagrees To Pay The Additional TCS, SHREE SWAMINARAYAN TOURISM Has The Right To Cancel The Booking And Process Appropriate Refund As Per The Cancellation Policy Applicable To Such Booking.”

Important Notes

Subject To Ahmedabad Jurisdiction.
Airlines :
- We Can Not Make Seat Selection In Group Tour From Our End If Guest Wants To Seats Together Guest Have To Inform At Boarding Counter At Airport For Same.
- The Internal Airline Used Are LCC, No Food Will Be Served On Board. It Allows Only 20 Kg Check In Luggage And 07 Kg Cabin Luggage. Excess Baggage Charged Will Be Bear By Guest .
- Please note that the itinerary is subject to change based on airline or cruise schedules. Kindly confirm your specific travel plan before making any bookings.
- Weather in Halong Bay can be unpredictable, especially during the rainy and typhoon season . Cruises may be delayed, rescheduled, or canceled at short notice for your safety, as instructed by local authorities.
Meals :
- There Will Be American Or Continental Breakfast Serve At The Hotel And Shree Swaminarayan Tourism. Cannot Make Any Changes In The Breakfast.
- Lunch/Dinner Wherever Provided On Tour Is Pre-Set Menus By The Restaurants. The Meal Type Selected By The Guest Such As Veg. / Non. Veg. Is Subject To Availability At Restaurants Or Airlines.
Child Policy :
- CNB : 3 – 6 Year Child With No Bed. Please Note There Will Be No Bed For The Child In The Room.
- CWB : 6 – 11 Year With Bed. There Will Be Extra Bed For The Child In The Room.
Hotel Policy :
- Check In : Check In Time Is 15:00 Hrs.
- Check Out : Check Out Time Is 11:00 Hrs.
- Given Package Cost Is On Basic First Category Room. If Guest Want To Upgrade Room Category Supplement Cost Will Be Bear By Guest.
- If Guest Want To Do Early Check In Or Late Check Out There Will Be Supplement Cost And Bear By Guest.
Vehicle Policy :
- During Sight Seeing Driver Will Try His Best To Park As Much Closer He Can, From There Guest Has To Make His Way By Walk Or They Have To Make Their Own Transfer If Require Any.
- Incase Of Coach Breakdown Shree Swaminarayan Tourism. Will Do Their Best Effort To Fix The Problem As Soon As Possible. But Make Sure There Will Be No Refund For Inconvenience Cause.
- Request To All Guest Please Don’t Leave Any Unattended Item In Vehicle While Leaving The Vehicle. We Shree Swaminarayan Tourism. Are Not Responsible For Any Loss Or Damage.
- There Is No Specific Seat Allocation. Will Be Allocate First Cum First Serve Basis.
Direct Joining Guest Have To Arrange Hotel Transfer For Check In & Check Out Day By Them Self.
Operation Of A Group Tour Is A Subject To Minimum Participation Of 20 Paying Adult Passenger.
Any Increase In Visa Fee /Airfare / Fuel Price / Change In Government Regulations Taxes Etc. Will Affect Your Tour Cost.
Tour Itinerary Will Be Strictly Follow As Per Timing. In Unavoidable Situation Our Tour Manager Can Make Changes With The Concern Of Head Office. Tour Manager Is Not Authorize To Make Changes In Itinerary As Per Guest Convenience.
In Case Of Any Deportation Due To Immigration And Custom Clearance Shree Swaminarayan Tourism. Will Not Be Responsible. There Will Be No Refund For Tour Package.
Optional Sight Seeing Have To Be Pre-Book With An Additional Cost.
There Is No Refund For Any Unutilized Services.
Itinerary Cost Is Per Person On Twin Sharing Basis. It Include Only Those Activities Which Are Listed In The Same.
Itinerary Cost Does Not Include Any Personal Nature Expenses. Such As Tips, Misc. Expenses, Laundry, Liquor, Porterage Etc…
International Tour Guest Must Have To Reach Airport Before 3 Hrs. Of Departure Time.
For NRI –Passengers Staying In India For More Than 180 Days Will Have To Take Police Clearance Certificate From Commissioner Of Police For Which Shree Swaminarayn Tourism Will Not Be Responsible. Passengers Are Requested To Submit Xerox Copy Of Passport Along With Page Showing Arrival Stamp In India.
Website / Brochure Accuracy :
- We Are Trying Our Best To Make The Contents Of The Brochure/Website As Accurate As Possible And Print It Much Ahead Of Actual Travel Period. It Describes Services/Amenities That Are Available Under Normal Circumstances. However Events, Circumstances And Factors Beyond Our Control Like Traffic, Bad Weather, Fairs, Festivals, Strikes, Cancellation/ Re-Routing/Rescheduling Of Flights, Rail Or Roadways, Closure At A Place Of Sightseeing Can Affect The Availability Of Services And Necessitate Change Of Routes. It May Even Necessitate Stay In Hotels In Alternate City Or Away From The One Mentioned In The Brochure/Website. While Every Effort Is Made To Maintain Our Services And Follow The Itinerary In The Brochure/Website, In Few Unavoidable Instances We Reserve The Right To Alter, Amend, Change Or Modify The Tour Package, Itineraries, Tour Schedule, Travel Plan, Sightseeing. Where We Come To Know Of The Changes/Events Sufficiently In Advance We Will Notify You During Booking Or Prior To Departure. Otherwise Our Tour Manager Or Local Representative Will Inform You Of The Changes On The Spot And We Solicit Your Full Co-Operation In Accepting Such Circumstantial Changes.
Terms & Conditions As Per Company Policy.