Jewels of East Europe W.H

8 Days

/ 7 Nights

All Of Europe, Austria, Hungary

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Highlights

AUSTRIA

Vienna

Guided City tour of Vienna
Visit to Schoenbrunn Palace

Salzburg

Guided City tour of Salzburg

Hallstatt

Cable Car to Daschstein Glacier
Ice Palace, Suspension bridge etc

HUNGARY

Budapest

Guided City tour of Budapest
Cruise on River Danube

Szentendre

Orientation tour of Szentendre

SLOVAKIA

Bratislava

Orientation Tour of Bratislava

CZECH REPUsloBLIC

Prague

Guided City tour of Prague
Visit to Prague Castle viewing Gallery
Visit Kutna Hora

Day wise travel itinerary

Day 1 : Day 1 Arrive in Vienna

Welcome to Vienna, the capital of Austria, is a city renowned for its rich history, cultural heritage, and vibrant arts scene. Upon arrival at Vienna Airport, meet your Friendly professional Tour Manager and later proceed to your hotel and check in. In the evening, enjoy a delightful dinner before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Included Meal: Dinner

Day 2 : Day 2 Vienna to Budapest

After breakfast, check out and proceed to a guided city tour, admire landmarks such as the Ringstrasse, the Vienna Opera House, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Visit the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, once the summer residence of the Habsburgs. Relish an Indian lunch and enjoy free time Later proceed to Budapest. After dinner at an Indian restaurant, check into your hotel for an overnight stay.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 : Day 3 Discovering Budapest. Experience a scenic Danube River cruise.

Begin your day with breakfast and a guided city tour of Budapest, exploring landmarks like Buda Castle, the Hungarian Parliament, and Heroes’ Square. After lunch at an Indian restaurant, experience a scenic Danube River cruise, offering stunning views of the city’s illuminated skyline. Later proceed to Szentendre, a charming riverside town in Hungary, renowned for its picturesque streets, vibrant art scene, and Mediterranean charm. Enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant before returning to your hotel.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 : Day 4 Budapest – Bratislava – Prague.

After breakfast, check out and travel to Bratislava, the quaint capital of Slovakia. Enjoy an orientation tour of the city’s landmarks, including Bratislava Castle and the Old Town’s medieval streets. After a lunch at an Indian restaurant, Continue your journey to Prague, the enchanting capital of the Czech Republic. Upon arrival, savour a flavourful Indian dinner and unwind at your hotel.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 : Day 5 Discover Prague.

Start your day with breakfast and a guided city tour of Prague. Discover the majestic Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town Square with its famous Astronomical Clock. Visit the castle viewing gallery for panoramic city views. After an Indian lunch drive to Kutná Hora – a historical town in the Czech Republic. Offering a fascinating glimpse into the medieval and Baroque eras. Later proceed back to Prague. Conclude the day with dinner at an Indian restaurant and an overnight stay in Prague.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 : Day 6 Prague – Salzburg

Begin your day with breakfast before heading to Salzburg, the city of Mozart. After a delicious lunch at an Indian restaurant, proceed to meet your professional English speaking guide who will provide a captivating exploration of this picturesque city known for its rich history and baroque architecture. Immerse in the birthplace of Mozart, discovering iconic landmarks like the Hohensalzburg Fortress and Mirabell Palace. The tour weaves through charming streets, offering insights into Salzburg’s cultural heritage, making it an engaging and informative experience for those seeking to uncover the city’s enchanting secrets. Later savor a flavorful Indian dinner and unwind at your hotel.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 : Day 7 Salzburg – Hallstatt – Schladming – Munich.

After breakfast, depart and drive to the picturesque village of Hallstatt, renowned for its scenic beauty and alpine charm. Stroll through its quaint streets or relax by the serene lake. Later proceed to Schladming, a charming alpine town. Experience the breathtaking Dachstein Glacier via a thrilling cable car ride. Enjoy lunch with stunning mountain views and explore attractions like the Ice Palace, and the Suspension Bridge. Later Drive to Munich, the vibrant capital of Bavaria! Upon arrival end your day with dinner at an Indian restaurant before checking into your hotel in Munich.

Included Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 : Day 8 Fly back home

Your memorable holiday ends, and it’s time to fly back home. Say goodbye to the wonderful new friends you have made on the tour. Check out and depart for the Airport with pleasant memories of your European trip which you will cherish for a lifetime.

Included Meal: Breakfast

Stay in Hotel Like

Hotel Arion or similar

Hintschiggasse 1, 1100 Wien, Austria

No. Of Nights : 1

Danubius Hotel Arena or similar

Budapest, Ifjúság útja 1-3, 1148 Hungary

No. Of Nights : 21

Panaroma Hotel or similar

Milevská 1695/7, 140 63 Praha 4-Nusle, Czechia

No. Of Nights : 2

Hotel Flachauerhof or similar

Flachauer Str. 157, 5542 Flachau, Austria

No. Of Nights : 1

Hotel Dormero or similar

Räterstraße 9, 85551 Kirchheim bei München, Germany

No. Of Nights : 1

Visa Checklist

Switzerland Visa Check list :

Original Passport with old passport :
- Note : Passport should be valid minimum 06 months from the date of travel, Passport has been issued within 10 years and validity must not exceed 10 years, No hand written passports will be accepted and at least 2 blank pages.
Visa Application Form :
04 recent photograph Each :
- 35*45 mm size, white background, Mett finish & 80% face image, without specs & not used in previous visa
Evidence of Sufficient Funds :
- Original 03 months Personal Bank Statement till date updated with bank sign and stamp on each page with sufficient balance in A4 Size only
- 02 years Personal Income Tax Returns Acknowledgement Page only
If applicant is Employee :
- Pay Slip (last 03 months)
- Leave & NOC letter should address to the consulate/Embassy
If applicant is Self Employee :
- Business letterhead with sign & Stamp & visiting card
- Business Registration Proof or Partnership Deed or Memorandum of Article
- 02 Years Income Tax Return Acknowledgement Page only
- 03 months Bank Statement with bank sign and stamp on each page with sufficient balance in A4 Size only
If applicant is Retired :
- Retirement letter from Employer
- Pension Payment Order
- Pension passbook
- Provident Funds slip
If applicant is Student :
- Evidence of enrolment at school
- college or university or ID Card Copy
If visiting as a Tourist :
- Confirm Hotel bookings
- Ticket Booking
- Tour Itinerary with confirmation letter (If you are taking a Schedule Tour)
Overseas medical policy :
- Minimum coverage of 30,000 Euro per person, the insurance has to cover the entire stay in Schengen territory, minimum 15 days insurance is mandatory from the travel date
Note :
- For Schengen visa process all the necessary documents should be in Photocopy except those documents which are asked in Original.
- All visa applicants irrespective of nationality who applied for Schengen visa should come personally at local VFS office to give mandatory fingerprint formality which is long time consuming in tourist pick season. On the day of submission your all fingers must be clear from HINA (Mehdi), cuts etc.
- If Biometric is given after 2nd November 2015 then we can submit yourapplication on behalf of applicant. But if you data could fetch byEmbassy/Consulate then they may ask to give biometrics again.
- Granting Visas is sole discretion of Consulates / Embassy, subject to the documents submitted. We are facilitators in the process. Shree Swaminarayan Tourism is not held responsible for rejection or delay in getting visas / passports from said Consulate / Embassy.
- No documents will be return back by Embassy/Consulate after visa process.
- Must declare rejection if rejected in any country in last 10 years and mention rejection year and category of visa of Rejected country.
- All applicants have to pay visa fees, VFS charge & courier charge in cash at local VFS-centre.
- If passenger is having passport with any observation regarding Data page then Affidavit and Paper advertisement in English are mandatory.
- All documents must in A4 size and English.

In case of travel to more than one Schengen country, please submit your application to the Embassy / Consulate where you will be staying for the maximum number of days. In case of equal stay, one has to apply at the Schengen country which is the first port of entry.
Schengen Countries :
- Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Poland, Latvia, Czech Republic, Lithuania, Slovakia, Hungary, Malta, Slovenia, Estonia, Switzerland, Iceland.
Normal Process Time : 15 working days after submission in consulate/embassy.

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.