PACESETTER TRAVEL
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SOUND OF MUSIC TOUR TO AUSTRIA
May 28 – June 7, 2010
MAY 28 DEPART TORONTO
Board your Lufthansa flight in Toronto. After a brief stopover in Düsseldorf, you will connect with your flight to Vienna, Austria.
MAY 29 WELCOME TO AUSTRIA
Upon arrival in Vienna you will be met and transferred to your hotel with check in assistance by our local representative. Balance of afternoon and evening is at leisure.
Accommodation: Austria Trend Hotel Savoyen 4* - 3 Nights
MAY 30 VIENNA B
This morning, after breakfast, you will be met by your coach and guide and embark on a full day city sightseeing tour including entrance to Schoenbrunn Palace. The morning focus is on the beautiful city sights and the afternoon is touring the Vienna Woods. Passing the Roman City of Baden which is famous for its thermal springs, we drive through the romantic Helenental valley to the former Mayerling hunting lodge, today a commemorative chapel, where Crown Prince Rudolph together with Baronesse Vetsera died tragically in 1889. In the Cistercian Abbey of Heiligenkreuz (1133) you visit the medieval cloister which houses the remains of last the Babenberger (admission not included). We then pass the Höldrichsmühle and arrive at the Seegrotte (admission not included). Return to your hotel late afternoon. This evening is at leisure.
MAY 31 VIENNA BD
Today you will have the day to return to some of your favourite sights or visit some of those famous chocolate shops.....! And for something unique…you will be met at your hotel late afternoon by your coach and guide and depart for your wine tavern tour, including a ride on the famous giant Ferris wheel – the views of the city are spectacular!. Drive through the wine tavern village of Grinzing to Neustift Am Walde where the artists of the 1st Viennese Heurigenshow will entertain you with a selection of famous waltz melodies, polkas and romantic arias and duets from popular operettas! Enjoy a local evening meal including ¼ litre of wine per person together with the unique atmosphere of a wine-tavern. Return to Vienna after dinner.
JUN 1 VIENNA / SALZBURG BD
Today you will transfer from your hotel to the Vienna train station where you will depart by train to Salzburg (1st Class seating). Upon arrival in Salzburg you will be met and transferred to your hotel with check in assistance. This afternoon embark on a guided walking tour of Salzburg including a visit to the famous music festival halls and Felsenreitschule – you will recognize the interior as the setting for the Salzburg Music Festival from The Sound of Music.!
This evening is a special treat – the famous Mozart DINNER CONCERT at Stiftskeller St. Peter Restaurant (3 course set menu – no drinks included). The group will make their own way to the restaurant (within walking distance). The Mozart Dinner Concert is unique in Salzburg and all over the world.
Imagine the experience of living in Mozart´s Salzburg with all its colourful costumes and its culinary joys. Enjoy the most popular compositions by W.A. Mozart by candlelight in the stylish ambiance of the Stiftskeller St. Peter restaurant. Music is played by Salzburg artists in historic costumes and a multiple-course dinner is served, prepared as it was in Mozart’s times.
Accommodation: Hotel Bristol 5* - 4 Nights
JUN 2 SALZBURG B
This morning is at leisure; perhaps a trip up the Mönchsberg lift for a spectacular view of Salzburg, or maybe a walk through the Mirabell Gardens – featured in the “Do-Re-Mi” sequence! If you wish to do some shopping, make your way to the Getreidegasse; one of the oldest streets in Salzburg; famous for it’s wrought- iron guild signs. This afternoon you are in for a treat as you embark on the Original Sound of Music Tour. This guided tour includes breathtaking views of the landscape where some of the opening scenes were filmed. Highlights include the historical and architectural landmarks in the city as well as a part of the picturesque Lake District. You will see Leopoldskrone Palace, situated on the lake (remember the rowboat scene!), and Hellbrunn Palace, where the original gazebo from the movie is now located. You will also see, Nonnberg Abbey, Maria’s home before she leaves for the Von Trapp Villa. In the Lake District, you will visit the town of Mondsee and visit the church where the wedding scene between Maria and the Captain was filmed. After a full day, the evening back in Salzburg is at leisure.
JUN 3 SALZBURG BLD
After breakfast you will depart on your full day excursion to the Salzkammergut region, where you again will recognize some of the locations from the opening scenes of the movie. You will visit Fuschl where you can see the Castle, and then you will arrive at St. Gilgen where you will cruise on the Wolfgangsee and enjoy a ride to the top of the Schafsberg Mountain on the Cog Wheel Train (seen in the “Do-Re-Mi” sequence). Enjoy lunch at the mountain panorama restaurant at the Hotel Schafsbergspitze. In the afternoon you will visit the picturesque town of Werfen, nestled in the Austrian mountains. This is where the picnic scene was filmed where Maria teaches the children to sing “Do-Re-Mi”. While the meadow is now private property, it is possible to see it from a distance. Afterwards, you will visit the Castle Hohenwerfen; the castle is seen over Julie Andrew’s shoulder as she sings to the children. Return to Salzburg late afternoon. This evening enjoy the Sound of Salzburg Dinner Show including a 3 course menu and one free drink per person.
JUN 4 SALZBURG B
Today, after breakfast, you will be met by your coach and guide. Your day of touring will start with a cable car ride to the top of the Untersberg Mountain (Maria mentions that she was “brought up” on this mountain; it is clearly seen across the lake in many scenes from the movie). After a stop for lunch (own expense), you will, continue to Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest where on the way you will pass by the meadow from the opening scene of the movie.
Finally, enjoy a scenic cruise on the Königssee; this mountain lake is seen during the opening of the movie. On returning to Salzburg, there will be time to freshen up and have dinner before tonight’s scheduled activity. At 730pm, enjoy an unforgettable interpretation of “The Sound of Music” at the Salzburg Marionette Theatre*.
JUN 5 SALZBURG / MUNICH B
This morning, after breakfast, you will transfer by coach to Munich. Upon arrival in Munich you will check in at your hotel. The balance of the afternoon and evening are at leisure.
Accommodation: Hotel Torbraeu 4* - 2 Nights
JUN 6 MUNICH BL
This morning enjoy a city tour of Munich including lunch at Munich Hofbrauhaus;, Bavaria’s most famous brewery restaurant known for its local specialties. Your final afternoon and evening are at leisure to do some last minute shopping or further explore this exciting city.
JUN 7 MUNICH / HOME B
This morning you will be transferred to the Munich Airport for your return flight home to Canada.
DANUBE RIVER CRUISE OPTION
$2435.00 Per Person
After enjoying the sights and musical sounds of Austria, why not relax and enjoy this 7 night cruise on the Danube River on the Five Star “Tui Maxima”! Space is limited – please book early!
ITINERARY:
JUN 7-14 MUNICH – 7 Nights/8 Days BLD
This morning you will transfer to Passau to embark your Danube River Cruise.
Day 1 Passau Monday
Day 2 Melk Tuesday
Day 2 Krems Tuesday
Day 3 Esztergom Wednesday
Day 3 Budapest Wednesday
Day 4 Budapest Thursday
Day 5 Bratislava Friday
Day 6 Vienna Saturday
Day 7 Linz Sunday
Day 8 Passau Monday
Cruise Services included:
- Transfers Munich/Passau/Munich
- 8 days/ 7 nights cruise, Category B middle deck
- Welcome and farewell cocktail
- Full board; including: daily buffet breakfast, lunch & dinner with several courses, afternoon coffee & cake, midnight snack, coffee & tea, captain’s dinner
- On the board program
- Professional tour escort
- All taxes and charges
JUN 14 PASSAU / HOME B
Upon disembarkation you will be transferred to Munich for your flight home.
Tour price:
Per Person – Twin Share $4385.00
Single Supplement: $840.00
Air Taxes and Fuel Surcharge: $420.00*
*Subject to change up to ticketing
Inclusions in above prices:
- Roundtrip Economy Class Airfare from Toronto with Lufthansa.
- Superior Class 4 Star hotel accommodation as per itinerary based on twin share, except in Salzburg where accommodation will be 5 Star at the Bristol Hotel
- All transfers and transportation by, deluxe air-conditioned coach with driver/guide
- Arrival Meet & Greet guide assistance, Departure guide assistance
- Full day sightseeing in Vienna with English speaking guide
- City tour in Munich with English speaking guide
- Wine Tavern tour, including a ride on the giant Ferris wheel and dinner at local restaurant with traditional live music and ¼ litre wine per person
- Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg
- Original Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg
- Performance of “The Sound of Music” at the Salzburg Marionette Theatre (performance subject to change)
- Cruise on the Wolfgangsee
- Rail Trip on the Schafbergbahn with included lunch at the mountain restaurant
- Sound of Salzburg Dinner Show including 3 course menu and 1 drink per person
- Full day tour including cable car ride to the summit of the Untersberg, a visit to Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest and a cruise on the Königssee
- 1st Class Train ticket from Vienna to Salzburg
- Sightseeing and admissions as per the itinerary
- Local taxes on accommodation and sightseeing tours
- Meals as indicated on itinerary (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner)
- Hotel porterage
- Goway travel bags and neck pillows
- Salzburg Map and City Guide
Not included in above prices:
- All departure taxes – Approximately $420 per person
- Items of a personal nature
- Meals unless listed in itinerary
- Tips & Gratuities
- Any tours or sightseeing not specified in the itinerary is not included in the price
- Early check-in & late check out of rooms (standard check-in time is 2pm and check out 10am)
- Travel Insurance
- Visa/passport handling fees
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS PLEASE CONTACT:
JOHN POTTER
PACESETTER TRAVEL
3284 Yonge Street, Suite 300
Toronto, ON
M4N 3M7
Tel: 1-800-387-8827, ext. 5310 or email: john@pacesettertravel.com
TO BOOK:
A deposit of CAD$400.00 per person is required at time of booking. The Second deposit of CAD$1,500.00 is due on January 28, 2010. Final payment is due March 29, 2010.
INSURANCE:
Insurance must be purchased at the time of deposit and is highly recommended.
CANCELLATIONS:
From initial deposit up to 90 days before trip departure – Deposit is non-refundable
89-31 days before trip departure – 75% of the total tour cost is non-refundable
30 days or less before trip departure – Total tour cost is non refundable
PASSPORT AND VISAS:
Your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond your return date. Check online or directly with the applicable embassy for the most current visa requirements.
WAIVER:
Prices are based on current airfares, exchange rates, taxes, and land prices for a minimum of 20 persons taking the main itinerary. Significant changes in any of these components will have an effect on the final price. In the event that this occurs, you will be advised at least 30 days prior to departure. Hotels listed within this itinerary may be substituted for those of similar value.
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