Germany Austria and East Europe By Van

13 Days

/ 12 Nights

All Of Europe, Austria, Germany, Hungary

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Highlights

Munich, Germany

Entrance to BMW Museum
Neuschwanstein Castle Entrance

Vienna, Austria

Half-Day Vienna City Tour with Entrance to Schonbrunn Palace
Woods and Seegrotte Hinterbrühl Half Day Trip

Salzburg, Austria

Day ticket Kitzsteinhorn
St. Gilgen Cruise

Prague, Czech Republic

Guided City Tour of Prague – 4 Hours
Entrance Prague Castle With St. Vitus Cathedral
Karlovy Vary Day Trip from Prague

Bratislava, Slovakia

Guided City Tour of Bratislava

Budapest, Hungary

Guided City Tour of Budapest
Danube river cruise
Guided Visit to Parliament House

Day wise travel itinerary

Day 1 : Munich

Arrive Munich. The Bavarian capital, is home to centuries-old buildings and numerous museums. You will be picked from the airport and transferred to hotel and check in. Later Evening depart to visit BMW Museum. Overnight in Munich

Included Meal: Dinner

Day 2 : Munich

After breakfast, Depart to Visit Neuschwanstein Castle. The Neuschwanstein castle with its towers, authentic style, and turrets is the iconic example of the Romantic style and remains a recognizable symbol of Bavaria and Germany. Return back to Munich. Overnight in Munich.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 : Munich– Salzburg

After Breakfast check out and drive to Salzburg. Arrive and Check in to the Hotel. Later depart for a Guided City Tour of Salzburg. Visit Mirabel Gardens, Mozart House and Old Town. The famous glimpses of the movie – Sound of Music were shot here at these locations. Free time for shopping (if time permits) or Overnight in Salzburg.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 : Salzburg – St.Gilgen – Five Fingers - Salzburg

After Breakfast, depart to visit St. Gilgen. St. Gilgen is a wonderfully charming town on the shore of Lake Wolfgang. Enjoy the scenic cruise at St. Gilgen and free time at Lake Wolfgang. You may OPT for a boat ride in the lake Wolfgangsee. Later drive to Five fingers. 5 Fingers is a free viewing platform in the Dachstein Mountains of Upper Austria, on Mount Krippenstein. It was named “5 Fingers” by virtue of its hand-like shape. Later Drive back to Salzburg. Overnight in Salzburg.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 : Salzburg – Kitztenhorn – Zell Am See - Salzburg

After breakfast, Depart to visit the Kitzsteinhorn, which offers plenty of year-round attractions. Ride the cable cars to the summit to experience everything from skiing to panoramic vantage points. Attractions open all year include the Top of Salzburg mountain-viewing platform at 9,842 feet (3,000 meters), a cinema, and restaurants; while summer draws include walking trails and a snow-laden Ice Arena. In winter, spring, and fall, skiing and snow sports fans arrive for the Kitzsteinhorn’s glacier runs, snowparks, and trails. Later drive to Zell Am See. Zell am See is an Austrian town on Lake Zell, south of the city of Salzburg. Later drive back to Salzburg. Overnight stay in Salzburg.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 : Salzburg - Vienna

After breakfast, Depart for trip to Vienna woods. The Vienna Woods are a forested highland region spanning areas northwest and southwest of Vienna, Austria’s capital. Crossed by trails, they encompass vineyard towns like Perchtoldsdorf. The summit of Kahlenberg in the north offers views of Vienna and the Danube River. Later drive to Vienna. 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 transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day is free at leisure. Overnight in Vienna.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 : Vienna

After Breakfast, depart to visit the Schonbrunn Palace is the summer residence of the Imperial Family and it is considered as one of the most beautiful Baroque Palaces in the world. Later depart for the 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 enjoy free time for shopping (if time permits).Drive back and Overnight in Vienna.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 : Vienna – Budapest

After breakfast, Check out and drive to Budapest. Arrive and Check in to your Hotel. Later the day is free at leisure. Later in the evening depart for Budapest River Cruise. Overnight in Budapest.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 : Budapest

After morning make your own way to the departure point of Budapest City Tour with Parliament Building. Later you may opt for Szechenyi Spa. Overnight in Budapest.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 : Budapest – Prague

After Breakfast, check out and depart to Prague enroute visit Bratislava. Arrive Bratislava. Walking tour of Bratislava. Your tour will begin with a short introduction before you begin exploring Hviezdoslavovo Square. You will discover the Opera House and Reduta Building, passing along the “man at work” statue and Schoner Natzi statue to arrive to Bratislava’s Main Square. You will then pause at the Roland Fountain where you will here of legends about the famous knight Roland, as well as about the coronation festivities of Hungarian kings in Bratislava. Later drive to the city of Prague. The city of 100 spires on the Vltava River, 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. Enjoy some free time in the centre of the town (if time permits). Later transfer to Hotel. Overnight in Prague.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 12 : Prague – Karlovy Vary/ Cesky Krumlov – Prague

After Breakfast, You may OPT to visit Karlovy Vary. Karlovy Vary is a spa town popularly known for its thermal springs. OR you can OPT to visit Cesky Krumlov. Ceský Krumlov is a city in the South Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. It’s bisected by the Vltava River, and dominated by its 13th-century castle. Later drive back to Prague. Enjoy free time at the Wenceslas Square. Transfer to Hotel. Overnight in Prague.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 13 : Prague

After breakfast check out and drive to Prague. Arrive and transfer to Prague International Airport to board a flight back home with wonderful memories of your tour.

Included Meal: Breakfast

Stay in Hotel Like

Holiday Inn Express Munich - City East, an IHG Hotel or similar

Neumarkter Str. 85B, 81673 München, Germany

No. Of Nights : 2

Holiday Inn Salzburg City, an IHG Hote or similar

Sterneckstraße 21, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

No. Of Nights : 3

Mercure Wien Westbahnhof or similar

Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria

No. Of Nights : 2

ibis Budapest Heroes Square or similar

Budapest, Ntak: Sz19000372, Dózsa György út 106, 1068 Hungar

No. Of Nights : 2

Ibis Praha Mala Strana or similar

Plzeňská 14, Anděl, 150 00 Praha 5-Anděl-Smíchov, Czechia

No. Of Nights : 3

Visa Checklist

Germany Visa Check List

Country : Germany
Submission Through : VFS Global
Visa Issued By : German Embassy New Delhi

Original Passport with old Passport :
Note : Passport should be valid minimum 3 months after return date and issued within last 10 years. You need minimum two blank pages in your passport on back-to-back sides for visa.

02 recent photographs each :
35mm x 45mm size, white background, matt finish, 80% face image & not used in previous visa.

Visa Application Form :
Duly filled and signed Schengen visa application form.

Covering Letter :
Personal covering letter mentioning purpose of visit, travel dates, cities visiting, and who will bear expenses.

Evidence of Sufficient Funds :
Proof of Income like last 2–3 years ITR or Form-16 Certificate.
Last 06 Months updated bank statement with sign & stamp of bank (all pages).
Minimum recommended balance should be maintained as per travel plan.

Employment / Business Proof :

If Salaried :

Company letterhead & visiting card
Salary slips of last 3 months
N.O.C. Letter / Leave approval from employer

If Self-Employed :

Business registration proof / GST certificate / Shop Act
Company bank statement

Travel Insurance :
Overseas medical insurance valid for entire stay with minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros (mandatory for Schengen visa).

Flight Reservation :
Confirmed return air ticket or blocking showing entry and exit from Schengen Area.

Hotel Booking Confirmation :
Hotel confirmation voucher for entire stay (showing applicant name & dates).

Day to Day Itinerary :
Detailed travel plan for the entire duration of stay in Germany and other Schengen countries (if visiting).

Identity Proof :
PAN Card copy & Aadhaar Card copy.

Normal Process Time :
15 working days (approx.) after submission at VFS / Consulate.
It is advisable to apply at least 30 days before travel date.

Payment Term

Payment Terms :

40000 INR Per Person Deposit Amount At The Time Of Booking & Its Non-Refundable @ Any Circumstances.
2nd part of Payment after 15 Days of Booking. (30000 INR)
Remaining Payment will clear before 25 Days of Departure dates.
ROE will be calculate @ final payment.
GST 5 % is applicable on Total Tour Cost.
TCS 5 / 20 % is applicable on Total Tour Cost

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

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 .
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.