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Our Finest Selection of European City Breaks, Lakes, Rivers & Mountains, Beer Festivals, Rail Holidays and Much More‌

Why choose a tailor-made holiday?

Total flexibility The packages in this brochure are just a taste of what we can offer - tell us what you would like and we’ll do the rest

Huge choice We have access to over 20,000 hotels in the heart of Europe

Easy motoring We can organise your stopover hotels or put together an individual motoring tour - if you want Car Hire we can do that as well

Simple train travel We’ll book your rail tickets around Europe with your holiday booking

Effortless entertainment Need tickets for the opera - concerts - musicals - sightseeing tours - museums..? Just ask!

Smooth airport services From lounges and parking to transfers and hotels - all arranged without fuss

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The best of Germany ¢ Berlin ¢ Munich ¢ Cologne ¢ Frankfurt ¢ Dresden ¢ Leipzig ¢ Heidelberg ¢ Baden-Baden - NEW ¢ Hamburg ¢ Nuremberg ¢ Stuttgart ¢ A-Z German Cities ¢ Berchtesgaden ¢ Ruhpolding ¢ Garmisch ¢ Bavaria ¢ Black Forest ¢ Rhine ¢ Moselle ¢ Germany - Tailor Made ¢ Royal Heritage - NEW ¢ Theme Parks

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This brochure was printed in January 2014. We take every reasonable precaution to ensure that the details contained in it are accurate. However, errors do occur on occasions. Please bear this in mind when choosing your holiday and check with your travel agent or with Fred.\ before making your final booking. In the unlikely event that there are any changes to the facilities and services at your chosen itinerary, destination or vessel after the booking, you will be advised as soon as possible.

Please note: Fred.\ is serving as the distributor of the offered cruise holidays. The tour operators are other companies cooperating with Fred.\.

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This brochure is ideal for the discerning traveller seeking an unforgettable holiday experience. Our knowledgeable team and exceptional service ensure you are in safe hands every step of the way.

The majority of hotels are via DERTOUR and show just a small selection of the hotels we can offer. DERTOUR is one of the biggest hotel contractors in Europe and offers a wide choice of star ratings and location. The hotels we have chosen for the brochure are usually located in the city centre. Should you require a room with special facilities please advise us at the time of booking and we will make every effort to ensure that we can meet your requirements. Please note that it is common for a room to be described as a double or a twin room and be the same room. These hotels offer one bedhead and two mattresses or separate beds and are often described as double/twin rooms.

Trust and Reliability Fred.\ is part of one of the UK’s most established travel companies Fred. Olsen Travel, who for over 25 years have successfully sold holidays and built their reputation on outstanding customer service. Plus, being ABTA and ATOL bonded you can be sure that you are financially protected in any unforeseen circumstances.

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Fred.\ Special & Fred.\ Extras

With us, there are no hidden charges once the booking is made. Any supplements or additional costs will be advised at time of booking. Please note: some destinations may charge a local Kurtax or city tax which are payable locally.

Look for the special offers underneath the hotel descriptions. There are many with 3 for 2 offers, free wine or water in your room and also hotels that offer transport cards.

Tailor-made Holidays

Hotel Only: Have you made your own flight arrangements and just need a hotel or guesthouse? We will gladly book any accommodation for you. To calculate the price just take the appropriate ‘Hotel Only’ price shown in the package price panel for as many nights as you wish to stay and add any applicable supplements.

Please note that prices shown are subject to availability. Some hotels require a minimum stay.

Our knowledgeable team combined with our exceptional service will ensure that you are in safe hands every step of the way. Should there be any other cities or destinations you wish to visit, or whether you want a two centre holiday, please contact us as we are very happy to tailor-make your holiday.

How to get to your Summer Destination

Please enquire about any required extras at the time of booking and we can arrange this for you for an additional cost.

We are aware of the importance of flexibility and choice to our customers. For that reason, we offer a wide choice of transport options. For more information and to book, please contact your travel agent or our friendly sales team.

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We offer the best of European holidays by air, rail or in your own car. The prices we show are based on two adults sharing a room. City packaged prices are normally based on London flights or if listed by rail e.g Paris, are based on 2nd class fares from London to the destination. If a city does not have an airport we would normally include a rail transfer to the city e.g. Heidelberg, this is normally shown below the price boxes. The prices shown are a guideline as sometimes if you book early you may get better rates than shown and if you book later the seats we normally book may not be available so there may be a supplement. We advise you of the price at the time of booking. On low cost flights we usually quote with baggage so if you would require hand luggage please advise at the time of booking.

Transfers We normally do not include the transfer from the airport but can offer a private transfer from the airport to your hotel and vice-versa. You would be met at the airport by the taxi driver holding a sign with your name and then transferred to your hotel. These are usually more expensive than a normal taxi but offer the advantages of not having to wait for a taxi and also the cost is predetermined and therefore you have no worries about any sudden supplements that may occur. As an idea of cost, currently a one way private transfer from Rome (Fiumicino) is approximately £50 and Vienna would be £37 per car.

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Different Hotels We have access to over 20,000 hotels in Europe so our choices are not limited to the brochure. If you fancy the Adlon Kempinski in Berlin or the A&O Hostel in Munich we can usually find a hotel that suits your budget. The hotels we list are hotels that we would recommend in the city, these are usually centrally based.

There are also a number of Castles that take guests that we can offer.

Airport Hotels, Parking and Lounges We can take the stress out of your journey by arranging an airport hotel, parking or a place in an airport lounge so you can avoid the crowds and start your trip relaxed.

Tailor-made & Upgrades Don’t forget you can tailor make your own Fred.\ Holiday by changing: • The length of your holiday • Your day of departure • Your hotel • The class you fly • And even, where applicable, add excursion packages.

Please call our reservation team for further details or to book.

We can also offer excursions, sightseeing, shows and city passes. If you want a hop-on hop-off city tour, a reservation to the top of the TV Tower in Berlin, a musical experience in Vienna or to visit Ludwig’s castles from Munich we can arrange this for you. We can also offer opera tickets, football tickets or theatre tickets.

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Our staff have travelled extensively to the country and its regions. So if you’re looking for the beaches in the North, the Moselle vineyards, the Bavarian Alps or the classic cities of Dresden and Leipzig or anything in between or beyond, please feel free to contact us for a quote.

Germany is a country of over 80 million people and English is widely spoken and understood. It is an easy country to travel around with a good road and rail network. The rail transport system is renowned for its punctuality, cleanliness and safety. All the large German cities have a network of fast connections by underground railway or by rail (U- and S-Bahn).

The German Cities German cities offer a warm welcome, good food, great shopping and are steeped in history and tradition. Berlin is an edgy, vibrant city that is constantly reinventing itself. It still contains traces of the decadent 20’s, the war, the wall and the subsequent reunion developments. Hamburg is a pulsating maritime city with great shopping, a historical harbour and the world famous ‘Reeperbahn’. Munich offers Bavarian charm with an Italian feel – it is often called Italy’s most northernly city. Dresden has returned to its former splendour and is a must for culture lovers. There are also many cities that are within easy reach of major airports, Heidelberg with its famous ruined castle offers the Philosophers’ Walk with stunning views of the old town. Wiesbaden and Würzburg are lesser known cities but both are worth a visit for their classic buildings.

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Lakes, Rivers & Mountains From the deserted beaches of the North Sea and Baltic coastlines, Germany rises through regions of vast forests and woodlands, peaceful lakes, and on the towering peaks of the Bavarian Alps. Dotted over the landscape are picturesque towns, each of them with their own unique traditions, identity and cuisine.

Enjoy the breathtaking alpine scenery that forms the magnificent backdrop for fairy tale castles and beautiful churches. Garmisch Partenkirchen boasts tradition set amongst crystal clear lakes, Berchtesgaden offers the nearby Lake Königsee and also the Eagle’s Nest.

Festivals The Oktoberfest in Munich is one of the most famous festivals in the world and a must see for party lovers. We can reserve tables for groups of 10 people or more which ensures that you are sitting together. With a massive funfair surrounding the festival a splendid time is guaranteed for all.

For the strong beer lovers there is also the ‘Starkbierzeit’ usually held in March. The Stuttgart Cannstatter Wasen is the second largest beer festival in Germany. Other beer festivals include the Hamburg Dom which offers good family entertainment and great rides.

There are various festivals that need to be experienced like the Rhine in Flames or the Cologne Carnival which offers chocolate and flowers to the good catchers in the crowd and the floats are brightly decorated. Add to this mix the great German theme parks, the many classical music events, operas in Berlin, Dresden, Munich and Bayreuth to name a few famous venues. The great art galleries, the magnificent museums, the many wine festivals, the famous roads such as the

Romantic Road, the sandy beaches, the historical gardens, the informative car museums, the family parks, great rivers and mountains and you can see that Germany offers something for everybody.

Families Germany is also a country for families and we have a selection family parks that we can offer. These normally would require you to have a car as they are within the countryside and not usually reachable by public transport. These parks are normally found in the more picturesque regions of the country. The parks’ accommodation is normally bungalows or apartments (self-contained) and the facilities on site usually include a swimming pool, tennis courts, walking etc. Please contact us and let us know the region you are interested in visiting.

We offer in the brochure hotels in Europa Park and Phantasialand but we can also organise trips to visit other similar attractions. If you want to visit the Tropical Island resort near Berlin or Legoland near Ulm we can organise tickets along with your booked holiday.

Groups If there are 10 adults or more travelling then we can offer group travel in order to ensure that all your arrangements ensure that you travel together. We are happy to offer tailor made itineraries for groups and pre-book transfers. If you a group looking for the Oktoberfest or Stuttgart Beer Festival we can organise a table in the tent for you.

River Cruises We are also a River Cruise specialist. Please contact us for a brochure or visit your local travel agent.

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Berlin Welcome Card 3 days unlimited use of public transport in the Berlin/Brandenburg area.

Various reductions on sight-seeing tours, museums, restaurants etc. Card covers 1 adult and 3 children up to the age of 14. 3 day single pass Berlin and Potsdam from £27. Don’t forget to add the Berlin Welcome Card to your booking!

Berlin: Capital of Germany Population: Approx. 3.5 million Country/State: Germany/Berlin Time Difference: +1 hr Dial Code: +49 (Germany) Currency: Euro € Berlin Tegel Airport: 5 miles from the city centre.

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Why we like it: The fitness and relaxation area with a sauna and steam-bath free of charge. Location: Between Unter den Linden and Potsdamer Platz directly in the heart of Berlin Mitte. Features: Restaurant, bar, lift, fitness and wellnesss area, sauna, parking.

Accommodation: 392 spacious and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Extra: 30 Minutes free Wi-Fi in the lobby per day.

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Why we like it: Its late 19th century style and traditional Berlin charm. Location: Near Potsdamer Platz in Berlin Mitte. Features: Restaurant, bar, garden, lift, safety deposit box.

Accommodation: 50 carefully renovated rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone, minibar, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.04.14 – 31.10.14 Fred.\ Extra: Welcome drink and late check out included with every booking.

All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on a weekend rate for 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Berlin.

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Stroll along Viktualienmarkt, the city’s oldest food market that is still its most popular gathering place.

Wander around Marienplatz, Munich’s main square at the Town Hall and pedestrian area for a great shopping experience.

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Munich’s latest shopping centre, called Fünf Höfe or Five Courts offers exclusive shops, bistros and cafés.

Interesting Facts •

Items handed in at the Oktoberfest over the last few years include a daschund called ‘Wasti’, an 8cm living grasshopper and an FC Bayern garden gnome.

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The summer residence of the Kings of Bavaria Nymphenburg Palace is in Munich and worth a visit to see the main palace and the gardens.

Possible Excursions • Munich is the ideal base for day trips to Bavaria’s stunning countryside. Visit King Ludwig’s castles Neuschwanstein, Hohenschwangau & Linderhof.

Munich: Third biggest city in Germany

Country/State: Germany/Bavaria

Population: Approx. 1.4 million

consisting of trams, buses, U-Bahn and S-Bahn. Many trains run from early in the morning to 1 or 2am.

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Getting around: The MVV is an integrated system

buses and night trams which run all night on weekends, except Sundays.

Munich International Airport: Easy access from the airport to the city centre, 40mins by train.

Flight Time from London: 1hr 40min

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Courtyard by Munich City Centre 4*

Why we like it: Its central location and elegant bar. Location: Between the railway station and the old town. Features: Restaurant with show cooking, bar, fitness room, 24 hour shop with snacks and drinks in the lobby, lift, garage. Accommodation: 235 air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone, safe, tea/coffee making facilities.

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Hotel Ambiente 3*

Why we like it: A family-run hotel offering a warm welcome. Location: Located in the heart of the city, the main train station is a 2 minute walk away. Features: Lift, safety deposit box.

Accommodation: 46 cosy rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone, radio, hairdryer, Wi-Fi. Why not upgrade to Business Class from Economy?

All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on a weekend rate for 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Munich.

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Places To See On the approach to Cologne the first thing that you see is the magnificent gothic cathedral that dominates the City.

Cologne is a vibrant city famous for its Carnival and historical gems such as the many Roman artifacts to be found in the Romisch-Germanisches museum. It is a perfect for a cultural city break as well as an excellent starting point for exploring the Rhine.

Köln WelcomeCard Free public transport within the area of Cologne plus 91 offers including discounts on museum entries and gastronomic services.

24hrs Single from £9. Don’t forget to add the Köln WelcomeCard to your booking!

Population: Approx. 1.1million Country/State: Germany/North Rhine-Westphalia

Getting around: Good network of trams, buses, U-Bahn and S-Bahn trains which operate through

the whole city at reasonable rates.

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The Chocolate Museum allows you to satisfy your sweet tooth discovering 3000 years of chocolate history. The finale is a 10ft high chocolate fountain.

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Philharmonie: This impressive concert hall celebrates Cologne’s love of music. Located in the city centre, it’s well worth a visit to soak up its atmosphere and beauty.

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Martinsviertel: This is the Old Town which features picturesque houses, narrow cobbled streets and the famous Fish Market.

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The enormous Gothic Cathedral ‘Kölner Dom’ is not only one of the city’s most distinctive attractions, but is also Germany’s most visited attraction. You can climb the 519 steps to the top of the spire for a closer look of the handcrafted stone work on the exterior, as well as a panoramic view of the city.

• Take a day cruise down the Rhine.

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Enjoy Cologne from a cable car!

Experience Cologne’s unique panorama and float above ‘Old Father Rhine’.

Did You Know That..?

Cologne’s impressive Cathedral is Germany’s second largest religious building.

For a while, after its construction in 1880, the cathedral was actually the highest structure in the world.

Cologne-Bonn Airport: 15min train journey to Cologne’s main central station.

Flight Time from London: 1hr 30min

Rail time from London: 4hrs 30 mins

Our Hotel Recommendations Maritim Hotel Cologne 4* Why we like it: The glass-covered hotel hall with exclusive boutiques and elegant restaurants. Location: On the bank of the river Rhine and in walking distance of the historic old town. Features: Restaurant, bar, lift, fitness area, indoor pool, sauna, parking.

Accommodation: 454 spacious and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. (Wheelchair accessiblerooms are available).

Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 04.07 – 17.08.14 (must stay over a Sunday night) Free cocktail if booked 60 days in advance

Tryp by Wyndham Köln City Centre 4* Why we like it: Great location in a quiet part of Cologne. Location: This first class hotel with spacious rooms is ideally located in Central Cologne and just a short walk from the main Cathedral, and many of the cities museums and restaurants. Features: Lift, bar, terrace, fitness area, sauna, parking. Accommodation: 85 rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi.

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Frankfurt

Frankfurt harmoniously combines traditional and modern, retaining much of its original charm in the old town. The Römer is one of the city’s most important historic buildings and contrasts well with the newer financial buildings that dominate the skyline.

Frankfurt Card Free and unlimited travel on Frankfurt’s public transport system within the city districts and Frankfurt International Airport. Various discounts on motorised city tours, museums, attractions and participating shops & restaurants. Single Ticket: 2 Days from £15; Group Ticket (up to 5 people): from £29. Don’t forget to add the Frankfurt Card to your booking!

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Places To See

Tour the Imperial Hall (Kaisersaal) in the interior of the City Hall, to view the 52 portraits of the Holy Roman Emperors.

• Get a taste of real apple wine in the district of ‘Old Sachsenhausen’.

• Why not hop on board of the city’s historical steam train and take a ride •

Enjoy impressive views over Frankfurt, the surrounding woodland and hills from the top of the Main Tower skyscraper.

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Goethe Museum: Presents an extensive collection of paintings, graphics and busts of the 18th and 19th centuries from the Late Baroque and Classicism to Romantic and Biedermeier.

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Römer: Frankfurt’s Town Hall is one of the city’s most important historic buildings. Its silhouette, with three gables and the famous balcony, is known throughout the world.

• Museum Riverbank: One of the most important locations for museums in Germany and Europe.

Where To Eat & Drink • Go to the Adolf Wagner restaurant in Sachsenhausen which has a long tradition and the décor is appropriately rustic. Typical regional specialities are served along with the local cider.

Römerberg Square

Frankfurt: The largest city in the state of Hesse and the fifth-largest city in Germany

Population: Approx. 700,000

Getting around: The regional public transport company is responsible for bus, tram, S-Bahn and U-Bahn services.

Country/State: Germany/Hesse

Most of public transport operates from 4am to 2am; night buses operate from 1am.

Frankfurt International Airport: 12km from the city centre; transfer time about 15min.

Flight Time from London: 1hr

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Maritim Hotel Frankfurt 4* Why we like it: A high-class hotel with superb facilities. Location: Opposite the trade fair.

The Roemer and other famous sights are within easy reach. Features: 3 international restaurants, bar, lift, Maritim Sports Club with panoramic view, fitness and wellness area, indoor pool, sauna, parking. Accommodation: 543 elegant and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. (Wheelchair accessible rooms are available). Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 30.05 – 15.06.14, 20.06 – 24.08.14 must include a Sunday night. • Free entry ticket to the museum of Modern art.

Bristol Hotel 4* Why we like it: The Bristol Hotel is known for its modern design and charming ambience.

The hotel is less than a 10-minute walk from Frankfurt’s banking district, shopping streets and museum mile. Features: Lift, restaurant, bar, terrace, private parking.

Accommodation: 145 rooms all feature en suite facilities, satellite TV, free W-LAN, minibar, safe. Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 27.06. – 24.08.14 • Free entry ticket to the museum of Modern art.

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Dresden

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The ‘Florence on the Elbe’ is a riverside city steeped in tradition and historic character. Dresden carries you away with fascinating buildings and art treasures, beautiful views, impressive museums, as well as orchestras and choirs of worldwide reputation. The city has been meticulously restored to its former glory and shines in all its Saxon splendour and Baroque beauty.

Dresden City Card Free use of public transport, free admission to several museums and further reductions on numerous other attractions. Prices start from £25pp (48hrs). Don’t forget to add the Dresden City Card to your booking!

Places To See

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Frauenkirche (Church Of Our Lady): One of Europe’s most beautiful churches; destroyed during the Second World War, it reopened as a memorial in 2005.

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winger Palace: A beautiful Z restored Baroque palace with a bell pavilion. It is also home to a famous art collection.

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Semper Opera House: The most famous opera house in Germany; it houses the Saxon State Orchestra, one of the world’s oldest and best-known orchestras.

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Visit the Grünes Gewölbe (Green Vault), a unique historic museum that contains the largest collection of treasures in Europe.

It features a rich variety of exhibits from the Baroque to Classicism and is located in Dresden castle, one of Dresden’s oldest buildings.

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Visit Pillnitz Palace, home to the Museum of Decorative Arts and explore the garden, best known for how it combines strict Baroque forms with the structure of typical English landscaped gardens.

Where To Eat & Drink • Brauhaus am Waldschlösschen: Enjoy regional hearty meals and light Mediterranean cuisine, whilst overlooking the city from high above the famous Elbe Valley.

• Kastenmeiers – A show case fish restaurant hosted by a famous German chef.

The restaurant is at the top end of the price scale but the food is worth the expense.

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Population: Approx. 531,000 Country/State: Germany/Saxony

Getting around: There are 12 tram routes and 27 bus routes. Ferries are operated by the

same authorities that preserve the networks of trams and buses.

The Loschwitz cable railways are two

of Dresden’s most captivating means of transport.

Dresden International Airport: 6.8 miles from the centre, 23min by train

Flight Time from London: 2hrs

Our Hotel Recommendations Pullman Dresden Newa 4* Why we like it: The personal service creates an atmosphere of well-being and recreation. Location: On the famous shopping boulevard Prager Strasse and in direct vicinity of the old town. Features: Restaurant, cocktail and coffee lounge, lift, fitness area, sauna, parking. Accommodation: 319 fashionable and air-conditioned rooms with a glass comfort shower in the centre of the room, satellite TV, telephone, radio, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 01.04 – 30.04.14, 01.07 – 29.08.14

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Art’otel 4* Why we like it: In the centre of town and with more than 750 original art works set in an Italian style hotel. Location: Designer-Hotel 5 minutes away from the Semperer Opera and the Zwinger. Features: Restaurants, Bar, Gourmet-Café, Sauna, Lift, parking.

Accommodation: 174 well-presented air conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone and minibar. Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 01.04 – 29.04.14, 22.06 – 31.08.14 Fred.\ Extra: Bottle of water in room for 2 night stays

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Places To See Welcome to the city where famous composers such as Bach and Schumann wrote their classical masterpieces.

Besides the city’s poetic and musical reputation, Leipzig perfectly combines Saxon tradition with high tech business progression. Enjoy a stroll through the charming city centre with its enchanting historical buildings and see where the peaceful revolution began in 1989.

Leipzig Card Free and unlimited access to all bus and tram lines. Discount on sightseeing tours, museums, the zoo and restaurants. Single: 1 Day from £9pp / 3 Days from £19pp; Group: 3 Days (2 adults and up to 3 children under the age of 13) from £36.

Don’t forget to add the Leipzig Card to your booking!

Population: Approx. 523,000

Country/State: Germany/Saxony

Getting around: An advanced system made up of a network of buses, light rail trains and trams.

• Leipzig Opera House: Established in 1693, this is the third oldest opera in Europe.

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Bach Museum: Located next to St. Thomas Church, this was home to the Bach family and it is the largest Bach archive and museum in Germany.

• Moritzbastei: The only remaining part of the ancient town fortifications of Leipzig.

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Leipzig Main Station: One of the largest stations in the world. Today it is also a shopping centre with 220 shops on three levels.

Things To Do

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Visit Gewandhaus, Europe’s oldest concert hall. The Gewandhaus Orchestra and the Leipzig Gewandhaus have been cultivating classical music for over 250 years.

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Every Friday evening and Saturday afternoon you can listen to the famous Boy’s Choir at St.Thomas Church.

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Leipzig Zoo is with easy reach of the city centre and is one of the best zoos in Europe. Gondwanaland allows you to see 90 exotic animal species and approx. 500 different plant and animal species.

Fred.\ Tip • Visit the Auerbachs Keller – famous for its connection to Goethe and the story of Faust - it offers typical fare of the region. The Mephisto Bar offers lighter meals as well as coffees and later in the evening cocktails.

Halle-Leipzig Aiport: 12 miles to Leipzig city centre, 14min by train.

Flight Time from London: 3hrs 30min indirect

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RadissonBlu Hotel 4* Why we like it: With its futuristic design it is one of Leipzig’s few boutique hotels.

Location: Opposite the famous Gewandhaus and the opera. Features: Restaurant, bar and lounge, lift, fitness area, parking. Accommodation: 214 stylish and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. (Wheelchair accessible rooms are available). Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 01.04 – 15.04.13 / 29.06 – 02.09.13 Fred.\ Extra: Bottle of mineral water in the room

Best Western Leipzig City Centre 3* Why we like it: In the hotel’s restaurant, guests can enjoy a variety of delicacies in a relaxed setting. Location: Near the station and one of the biggest shopping areas of Leipzig. Features: Lift, restaurant, bar, private parking. Accommodation: 115 rooms all feature en suite facilities, hairdryer, TV, telephone, W-LAN, minibar, safe, air-conditioning.

Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 04.04 – 31.10.14 (Sunday night must be included) Fred.\ Extra: Voucher for the Sauna

Maritim Hotel Reichof NH Hotel Heidelberg

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Places To See It is not unusual that Heidelberg is one of the most visited destinations in Germany. Undoubtedly it is one of the most picturesque cities. Narrow streets, historic University buildings and Heidelberg Castle looking down on the old town all add to the special ambience. Visitors to the castle should take the Heidelberger Bergbahn funicular railway.

HeidelbergCard ost tourist attractions – including the castle, museums and walking M tours – can be seen either free of charge or at a discounted rate with the HeidelbergCard. It also grants free access to public transport and discounts at many shops and restaurants. Prices start from around £12 for a two day card for one adult.

Please purchase your HeidelbergCard locally.

Heidelberg: Fifth largest city in the state of Baden-Württemberg

Population: Approx. 150,000 Country/State: Germany/ Baden-Württemberg

Getting around: Heidelberg is relatively small, with a large pedestrian only zone and plentiful public transport. It’s

The Castle: this is what Heidelberg is really famous for.

The beautiful castle ruins dominate the Heidelberg skyline, looming over the old town. Special : As the castle garden is open at night, see the old town and castle lit up.

• Visit Heidelberg University, Germany’s oldest university.

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• Stroll through the historical Old Town with its Town Hall, the market place and Main Street that is reputedly the longest pedestrian shopping street in Germany.

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• Heidelberg is an ideal point from which to explore the romantic Neckar Valley. Take a boat tour along the river, several boat round trips are offered daily.

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Try Flammkuchen in one of Heidelberg’s many restaurants.

It is a traditional dish coming from the Alsace region - most easily described as a square pizza without tomato – sounds strange but tastes great!

Frankfurt International Airport: Located 80km north of Heidelberg.

Trains to and from the airport leave

frequently and take about an hour.

Flight time from London: 1hr

Our Hotel Recommendations Crowne Plaza Heidelberg City Centre 4*

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Why we like it: Stylish accommodation in the centre of town. Location: Centrally located in the heart of the historical old town. Features: Restaurant, Bar, Wellness area, pool, sauna, fitness room, lift and garage. Accommodation: 232 air-conditioned modern rooms with en suite facilities, telephone, TV, minibar, safe, tea/coffee making facilities.

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Location: It is 450 m to the main train station and about 1 km into the historical city and the palace. Features: Restaurants, Biergarten, Sky Sportsbar, fitness, sauna, steam bath, solarium, lift, garage. Accommodation: 174 modern and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, TV, minibar. Why not upgrade to Business Class from Economy? Please call us for more information.

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Beautifully situated at the foothills of the Black Forest, this elegant thermal spa resort and international cultural metropolis, BadenBaden offers a wellness at the two thermal baths. Combine this with the many art and cultural pleasures, at the “Festspielhaus” – Europe’s second largest opera and concert hall – and at the Museum Frieder Burda. Germany’s oldest and according to Marlene Dietrich, “the most beautiful casino in the world,” rounds off a perfect day in a playful manner.

The springs have been known for more than 2000 years and attracted the rich and famous. The casino is over 200 years old and was the inspiration for one of the more famous visitors, Dostoyevsky, to write ‘The Gambler’. The city offers a backdrop of palatial villas, tree lined avenues and beautiful gardens.

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Museum Frieder Burda Situated in the Lichtentaler Allee and in an outstanding building designed by Richar Meier. Works of art featured include Picasso and Pollock.

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Museum Frieder Burda – A visit at the Museum Frieder Burda, outstanding jewel splendiferous parks and gardens “Lichtentaler Allee” and built by Richard Meier.

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Thermal Spas – A great ambience for soothing relaxation in curative thermal water, guarantee the modern Caracalla Spa and the historic Roman-Irish Friedrichsbad.

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A walk in the Lichtentaler Allee Over 350 years old splendiferous park and gardens Lichtentaler Allee invites to a relaxing walk.

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Festivals Festivals throughout the whole year don’t miss out on the outstanding festivals throughout the whole year from romantic philharmonic castle concerts to the International Vintage Car Meeting with chrome shining stars from bygone days.

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Guided walking tour – Get a first overview and find out everything about Baden-Badens rich history during a guided walking tour. Meet up with a guide every Sunday at 2pm at the Trinkhalle.

• Casino Baden-Baden – “The most beautiful casino in the world” entices to try your luck at the roulette table.

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Population: Approx. 53,000 Country/State: Germany/ Baden-Württemberg

Nearest Airports: FKB Karlsruhe/ Baden-Baden (10 minutes to the city centre of Baden-Baden),

Stuttgart, Strasbourg, Frankfurt, Basel and Zurich

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The Rebland (Baden-Baden Vineyards) Only six kilometres outside the city centre and an insider tip for the gourmet and connoisseur of good wines.

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The Festspielhaus – Enjoy cultural pleasure at the Festspielhaus, Europe’s second largest opera and concert hall, and experience an unforgettable night.

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Visit the International Horse Races during the Spring Meeting (28/05 – 01/06/2014), the Grand Week

(30/08-07/09/2014) and the Sales and Racing Festival (19-21/10/2014) where exciting races and fancy

hats are the focus of a unique social and sporty spectacle.

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Steigenberger Europäischerhof 4* Why we like it: The restaurant with its excellent views of the spa park. Location: Near to the Casino and just a few minutes from the main shopping area. Features: Restaurant, Sauna, Lifts, Parking. Accommodation: 127 well-presented rooms en suite over 3 floors, TV, Minibar. Why not upgrade to Business Class from Economy?

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Leonardo Royal Hotel Baden-Baden 3* Why we like it: The swimming pool and beauty treatments. Location: Near to the Lichtentaler Allee and within walking distance of the casino. Features: 2 Restaurants, Bar, Beauty Salon, Hairdresser, Lift, Wellness area, Swimming pool, Whirlpool, Sauna, Fitness room. Accommodation: 121 air conditioned comfortable rooms, en suite, Radio, Telephone, Sat-TV, Wireless, Minibar. Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 28.07 – 17.08.14

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Possible Excursions

The Beatles developed their live ability in the nightclubs of Hamburg. In the late 60’s they played in clubs such as the Top Ten, Indra, Kaiserkeller and the Star Club. Take one of the Beatles tours around Hamburg.

• The Hanseatic City of Lübeck, declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (approx. 45min by train).

• Blankenese district: With beautiful views from the ‘Elbhang’ (local hill) and the lower beaches of the River Elbe (30min west of Hamburg, nearest train stop: Blankenese).

Hamburg City Beach Club

Fred.\ Tip • Get up early on a Sunday morning (5am 9.30am) and head for the Fish Market which is colourful, boisterous and unique to Hamburg!

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Population: Approx. 1.7 million Country/State: Germany/Hamburg Getting around: The transport system includes rail, bus and harbour ferries. The rail services are focused on the city centre; there are three underground lines, six suburban lines and nine regional rail services which work all night in weekends and on public holidays.

Hamburg Airport Fuhlsbüttel: 25min to the city centre by airport shuttle bus or local train (S-Bahn) Flight Time from London: 1hr 30min

3 days free travel on public transport in the Greater Hamburg Area as well as up to 50% discount on more than 130 attractive offers. Prices start from £22pp.

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Europäischer Hof 4*

Why we like it: The thermo spa facilities and the unusual slide. Location: Centrally located hotel near to the main station and an ideal point for sightseeing and shopping.

Features: Lift, bar, lounge, parking, Jacuzzi, swimming pool, water slide.

Accommodation: 275 rooms all with en suite facilities, flat screen TV, telephone, minibar.

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Hotel Vorbach 3*+

Why we like it: Family-run hotel located in a quiet side street. With its beautifully decorated rooms set in a stunning 19th century villa-style building, it is a popular choice for customers.

Location: In the beautiful Harvestehude district. Features: Lift, bar. Accommodation: 120 rooms all with en suite facilities, hairdryer, TV, W-LAN, telephone. Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 27.06 – 17.08.14 must include a Sunday night

All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on a weekend rate for 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Hamburg.

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Nuremberg Cultural

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A city dominated by the medieval Kaiserburg castle, beneath whose walls the artist and printmaker Albert Dürer had his studio.

The city’s history is obvious in its buildings with the city walls still surrounding the old town, the hangman’s bridge and the more modern Courtrooms and the Nazi party rally grounds. Don’t forget to try the local gingerbread and the famous local sausages.

Nürnberg Card 2 days unlimited use of public transport services within the entire region of Nürnberg, Fürth and Stein. Free admission to museums and attractions and further discounts for several theatres, city tours and shops. Price from £21pp. Don’t forget to add the Nürnberg Card to your booking!

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The Kaiserburg Castle is considered as one of the most vital castles in the history of The German Empire.

• Albrecht Dürer House: One of the most famous museums and exhibitions in Nuremberg.

• Germanic National Museum: The largest museum of German art and culture in the world.

• Visit one of the many seasonal concerts in one of Nuremberg’s Old Town churches.

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Join a guided tour through the medieval dungeons. Today, you can still see twelve cells, each of which is two metres long and often housed two prisoners.

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Visit the Nazi Party Rally Grounds, a huge site with monumental buildings where the Nazi party rallies were held and Hitler’s troops had their parades.

Shopping Highlights • Located opposite the main railway station the Craftsmen’s Courtyard offers traditional crafts and Franconia hospitality.

• Kaiserstrasse is slightly more high-end, as it is home to a number of exclusive shops, boutiques and cafes.

• The Hauptmarkt and streets leading to the castle offer a large number of souvenir shops and small speciality shops.

Nuremberg: Bavaria’s second largest city

Population: Approx. 511,000 Country/State: Germany/Bavaria

Getting around: Nuremberg has its own U-Bahn, a tram network and buses. The no.36 tourist bus stops at all

the major sights and museums, winding up at the Rally Grounds (about 20 minutes from the city centre).

Nürnberg Airport: 5km from the city centre; transfer time about 15min.

Flight Time from London: 1hr 40min

Our Hotel Recommendations Dürer Hotel 4* Why we like it: The views of the old city from the rooms. Location: at the foot of the Kasierburg, near to the house of Albrecht Dürer and within the city walls. Features: Bar, fitness room, sauna, steam room, lift, garage. Accommodation: 106 rooms with en suite facilities, telephone, TV, minibar. Fred.\ special: 3 for 2 nights 01.06 – 07.09.14 Fred.\ Extra: A fruit plate and water in the room.

Maritim Hotel Nuremberg 4* Why we like it: The elegant atmosphere combined with excellent service.

Location: Centrally located with a convenient connection to the inner city.

Features: Restaurant, piano bar, lift, fitness area, indoor pool, sauna, parking.

Accommodation: 316 elegant and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, radio, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 11.04 – 27.04.14, 06.06 – 15.06.14 (must include Sunday night)

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Places To See Perhaps best known as the headquarters of MercedesBenz and Porsche, Stuttgart has a number of first-rate art collections and two museums that are sure to set the pulse of the motor-minded racing. Baden-Württemberg’s vibrant state capital captivates visitors from all over the world with its rich cultural diversity, spectacular architecture,idyllic public parks, elegant shopping plazas and majestic palaces.

3 days free travel on all public transport facilities, free or reduced admission to many museums, discounts on city tours, boat trips, theatres, spas etc, discounts on food and drinks. Prices start from £17pp. Don’t forget to add your STUTTCARD to your booking!

Stuttgart: The sixth-largest city in Germany

Population: Approx. 614,000

Getting around: Stuttgart’s public transportation (S-Bahn, subway and street cars) operates daily from about 5am to 1am.

Country/State: Germany/ Baden-Württemberg

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Stuttgart is famous for cars - visits to the Mercedes-Benz and Porsche museums are a priority for anyone who likes cars.

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The art galleries – the Old State Gallery is one of Europe’s most popular art museums. Outstanding paintings from Gothic to Romantic.

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The New State Gallery presents works of Classic modernism, expressionism and contemporary art.

• Visit the many parks in the centre of town. Stuttgart is a very green city.

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Go to the top of the world’s first TV tower – Enjoy stunning views of the city, of the vineyard landscape of the Neckar Valley, of the Swabian land up to the Alb and the Black Forest.

• Visit the Schlossplatz at night – it’s the centre of Stuttgart and a hive of activity.

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Go to one of the seasonal festivals. Stuttgart is known for the Cannstatter Wasen (Beer Festivals) but there are many other festivals throughout the year including wine, jazz and science fiction festivals.

Where To Eat • Stuttgarter Stäffele: Offers genuine Swabian cooking and is located in a house which is over 100 years old.

• For people not on a budget the Schlossgarten restaurant offers fine French cuisine as well as local specialities. Fine wines complement the excellent food.

The night buses operate only on Saturdays and Sundays.

Stuttgart International Airport: Easy access from the airport to the

city centre within 30min by train.

Flight Time from London: 1hr 30min

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Maritim Hotel Stuttgart 4* Why we like it: The spacious feeling of this modern hotel and the sumptuous Breakfast.

Location: In the city centre next to a park which guarantees a calm surrounding. Features: 3 restaurants, piano bar, terrace, lift, fitness area, indoor pool, sauna, parking. Accommodation: 555 spacious and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 31.07 – 09.08.14 – 17.08 – 12.09.14

Arcotel Camino 4* Why we like it: Designer hotel with a minimalist approach. Location: Walking distance to the main station and to the heart of the city. Features: Restaurant, bar, sauna, gymnasium, lift, parking.

Accommodation: 168 Air conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone, DVD, hairdryer, minibar.

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All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on a weekend rate for 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Stuttgart.

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A-Z German Cities Aachen

Aachen

Aachen Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with over 1,200 years of history. It used to be the coronation church of German kings and is central to the city today. Picturesque alleys and historic squares welcome you in Aachen – don’t forget to try the Aachener Printen.

Mercure Hotel Aachen Europlatz 3* Aachen’s historical old town is just a ten minute walk away from the hotel. The hotel is situated only 1km from Carolus Thermen Sports Centre and 2km from Aachen Theatre.

The 119 guestrooms hotel make this hotel a popular choice with Fred.\ Customers.

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The price shown is a guide price per person that includes Eurostar to Brussels and then 2nd class rail to Aachen and return. Based on 2 nights twin share b+b.

Eisenach

Many attractions of Eisenach and especially the Wartburg Castle nearby make the town a real magnet for tourists. The impressive castle complex perched on a hill above the town was bestowed the title of a UNESCO World Heritage Site - not least because of the great reformer Martin Luther, who translated the bible into German, the work of the Holy Elisabeth at the Wartburg Castle or Goethe, who supported the preservation of the castle.

Hotel Eisenacher Hof 4* The history of the hotel dates back to the Middle Ages and legend has it that reformer Martin Luther stayed here in the 16th century. This 4-star hotel is in the historical town centre and a few hundred metres from the market place.

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The price shown is a guide price per person that includes flights from London Gatwick to Erfurt and then 2nd class rail to Eisenach and return. Based on 3 nights twin share b+b.

Wartburg Castle – Eisenach

Erfurt

Erfurt is the capital of Thuringia, which Martin Luther described as ‘in the centre of the centre’ of Germany. It has a long history as a centre of German religion and learning, with one of the oldest universities in Central Europe and a Catholic diocese that was founded in 742 AD. Erfurt is an attractive, lively city.

InterCity Hotel 4* As a guest in the comfortable, centrally located InterCityHotel Erfurt, you have the opportunity to discover the city with the convenient free use of local public transport, when presenting your room ID card.

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Passau

City of the Three Rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz, this is Passau, located in the very eastern part of Bavaria named ‘Niederbayern’. Human settlements have existed here at the confluence of the three rivers ever since prehistoric times.

In the last millennium the city was enlarged by the prince bishops of Passau, who made it their royal residence and capital of the largest Danube diocese.

The wonderful Baroque buildings which dominate the city today were built after the great fire of 1662.

IBB Hotel Passau 3* The IBB Hotel is a short walk from the river promenade and Passau’s pretty Old Town and Cathedral. It’s situated opposite the main railway station. It has an indoor pool and the guests can use the wellness area for free.

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Potsdam

Without a doubt Potsdam is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Sanssouci Park with its magnificent palaces and botanical garden is an impressive centrepiece. A mixture of architecture including Dutch and Russian make this an unusual city. Don’t forget to see the Glienicke Bridge scene of exchanges of spies during the Cold War.

NH Voltaire Potsdam 4* The NH Voltaire Potsdam is a central first class 4-star hotel in Potsdam, Germany. With its great location in Potsdam’s Old Town, the NH Voltaire is close to the famous Potsdam Park and palace complexes, the art district of Schiffbauergasse and the Glienicke Bridge to Berlin.

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Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Like stepping into a painting or an old book, Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a place of history. With over 800 years of history waiting to be discovered and explored. There are some great views of the picturesque town from the tower of the Town Hall.

Hotel Eisenhut 4* Hotel Eisenhut – A grand wooden staircase gives this hotel a traditional feel. This romantic hotel is situated in the centre of the picturesque medieval town and is furnished with antiques to enhance the old time feel.

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Weimar

Weimar

The traditional home of German thinkers with both Goethe and Schiller at one time residing here - it is also the home of the Bauhaus University and the important art movement of the last century. The Anna Amalia library is one of the most important in the world. Relax in the many coffee houses or in the beautiful ‘Park an der Ilm.

Hotel Kaiserin Augusta Weimar 4* This historic, 3-star superior hotel features a classic-style restaurant with terrace and on-site parking. It lies directly opposite Weimar Central Station and a 10-minute walk from the historic city centre. The elegant Hotel Kaiserin Augusta dates from 1860.

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Wernigerode

Wernigerode

North of the Harz Mountains is a town with very special charms: The town centre consists mainly of timber-framed houses of Lower Saxon style. The neo-Gothic castle in its prominent location way above the town can be seen by approaching visitors even from a great distance. The narrow gauge railway takes you to the top of Brocken – famous for its legendary witch stories.

Hotel HKK Wernigerode 4* This stylish, welcoming hotel is located only 100 metres from the historical city of Wernigerode’s Old Town. The hotel is 600 metres from the train station, and is surrounded by the beautiful Harz Mountains which are worth a visit.

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Bavaria Rail Ticket The beautiful town, with its houses decorated by murals, is dominated by the Watzmann Mountain. The Eagle’s Nest, despite its infamous past, offers great views of the area and one of the most picturesque lakes can be found at Schönau am Königsee. The area is a haven for a wide variety of activities including biking, golf, hiking, skiing and golf.

Fred.\ Tip Once a major producer of ‘white gold’, Berchtesgaden has thrown open its salt mines for fun filled tours. The highlights include the crossing of a 100m-long illuminated lake and taking a special train into the depths of the mine. Or visit Kloster Seeon (Seeon Abbey) and take in the tranquil charm of this beautiful Benedictine monastery in the rural district of Traunstein, 40km east of Berchtesgaden.

Population: Approx. 8,000

Country/State: Germany/Bavaria

From Munich International Airport: 2hrs 30min by train

The Bayern Ticket is the ideal way to explore Bavaria. It covers the entire Bavarian region, including Salzburg in Austria. The ticket is only valid on regional trains, but also covers local public transport in Munich and some mountain rail ways. Ticket covers up to 5 people (24 hrs) from £40 Don’t forget the Bavaria Rail Ticket to your booking!

Mountain Experience

• Book an Eagle’s Nest Tour and see the ‘Kehlsteinhaus’, Hitler’s former retreat.

From Salzburg Airport: 1hr by bus

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Visit the Royal Castle in Berchtesgaden, former summer residence of the Bavarian royal family.

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Take the cable-car up to Mount Jenner, the highest gateway to the Berchtesgaden National Park, where you will find over a dozen hiking trails with the most stunning views over the German Alps.

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Berchtesgaden railway station is out of proportion to the size of the town and was built to impress guests visiting the Nazi leader at the Berghof.

Bavaria Rail Ticket The ‘Bayern Ticket’ is the ideal way to explore Bavaria.

It covers the entire Bavarian region, including Salzburg in Austria. The ticket is only valid on regional trains, but also covers local public transport in Munich and some mountain railways. Ticket covers up to 5 people (24 hrs) from £40

Our Hotel Recommendations Treff Alpenhotel Kronprinz 4* Why we like it: Wonderful views over Berchtesgaden and the surrounding mountain scenery. Location: Only 500 metres from the town centre and the main train station.

Features: A la carte restaurant, beer and wine tavern, terrace, garden, lift, wellness area, sauna, steam bath, parking. Accommodation: 66 spacious rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone, radio, hairdryer, Wi-Fi.

Alm and Wellness Hotel 4* Why we like it: The park like area that guarantees a quiet surrounding and a splendid alpine view. Location: Next to a forest at a height of 700m, the Königsee is 2km and the town centre 4km away. Features: A la carte restaurant, café, bar, beer tavern, terrace, garden, lift, beauty centre, heated outdoor and indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam bath, fitness room, parking. Accommodation: 52 modern and comfortable rooms with en suite facilities, telephone, TV, Wi-Fi, minibar, safe.

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Ruhpolding is the perfect holiday location nestled in the Bavarian Alps between Salzburg and Munich. The town provides a wide variety of holiday activities all year long in midst of beautiful scenery. The locals’ authentic lifestyle is reflected by their traditional dress, which they wear with pride. There are exciting summits to climb and valleys with many attractions to explore.

The extensive foot and bike paths allow everyone to chose a suitable route. The three-lakes area referred to as “little Canada” is an inviting place to cool-off with a refreshing swim after biking or hiking. The 18-hole golf course offers gorgeous views throughout. Because the Ruhpolding valley is sheltered from harsh winds, it is famous for its mild and sunny climate.

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• Take a trip to Kitzbühel in Austria and visit one of the best ski resorts in the world.

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Take the cable car up to the “Rauschberg”. It is a very scenic ride and when you arrive at the summit you will be rewarded with a great view and an excellent meal in the mountain top restaurant.

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Ruhpolding’s location is a great starting point for day-trips to Munich (120 km), Salzburg (40 km) or the Chiemsee, the so-called Bavarian Ocean (30 km).

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Ruhpolding boasts the Vita Alpina: a fantastic pool/leisure complex with indoor and outdoor pools and water slides.

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Experience Ruhpolding’s good walking & cycling paths covering more than 200km. They are well marked with sign posts.

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Don’t miss the crystal clear water of the Königssee (King’s Lake), where no motor boats have been allowed since 1909!

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Ruhpolding: A small town in the Chiemgau region of the Alps near the Austrian border

Population: Approx. 6,300

From Munich International Airport: 2hrs 30min by train

Country/State: Germany/Bavaria

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The amusement park, the adventure swimming pool, the mini-golf course and the riding stables always thrill young visitors.

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In winter, there are many alternatives to make tracks in the snow: on cross country skis, downhill skis, sleds or sleighs. The 160kms of groomed trails, both classic and skating, lead through forests, fields and lakes.

From Salzburg Airport: 1hr 30min by train

Where To Eat & Drink Windbeutelgräfin is a historic farmhouse coffee shop whose speciality are huge cream puffs with a delicious cherry cream filling in the form of a swan. The so-called “Lohengrin cream puffs” have so far been devoured over 2 million times.

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Hotel AlpenSonne 4* Why we like it: The traditional Bavaria welcome and the relaxing lounge bar.

Location: The centre of town is within easy walking distance. Features: A la-carte restaurant, café, bar, swimming pool, table tennis, billiards Accommodation: 23 well lit rooms with en suite facilities, telephone, TV, minibar, safe.

Steinbach Hotel 4* Why we like it: The indoor swimming pool and country style of the hotel makes your stay so special. Location: Approximately 5 min walking into the city centre Features: 2 restaurants, Pilsstube with terrace, Zirbelstube, bar, beauty salon, sunbathing area, parking area.

Accommodation: 65 rooms with en suite facilities, TV, minibar, hairdryer, safe, radio, telephone, safe. Fred.\ Special: 7 = 6 nights 12.10 – 26.10.14

All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Munich, incl. 2nd class rail tickets.

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Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Zugspitze Region

Located in the foothills of Germany’s highest mountain, the Zugspitze, Garmisch-Partenkirchen will move you with its unspoilt nature, vibrancy and Bavarian traditions. The area is famous for its breath taking scenery, snow covered mountains and crisp mountain air. Walk along the streets, stroll down the alleyways and watch the world go by in one of the many cafes; with every moment you’ll discover a little more of the variety that Garmisch-Partenkirchen has to offer. Historical sights, beautiful walks, art and culture and an ideal spot to visit local towns such as Oberammergau.

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Munich: Only a few hours away and quickly accessible by train. The city is filled with some amazing picturesque buildings.

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Partnach Gorge: The river Partnach flows through a narrow, mile-long gap between high limestone cliffs.

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Werdenfels Castle: Accused witches were held, tried and executed at the turn of the 16th century. The castle became an object of superstitious horror and was abandoned in the 17th century.

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At almost 3000m above sea level, the Zugspitze is Germany’s highest mountain, towering above the twin villages of Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Take the cable car to the top of the mountain and enjoy the stunning views.

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Climb up the ‘Holy Mountain’ above Lake Ammersee to the famous Andechs Monastery and enjoy the breathtaking view over the turquoise lake. Stop for a freshly brewed beer from the abbey’s own brewery.

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Bei-Marcus: Just up the road a short way towards Ehrwald is the small town of Grainau where you can find the Zugspitze Cafe. This is a wonderful family owned restaurant with the best Bavarian food around.

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Hofbraustuberl – a restaurant/pub specialising in typical hearty Bavarian food. Traditional but not too touristy and serving good beer and schnapps to help the digestion.

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Oberammergau and Ettal – Oberammergau and the monastery of Ettal are within easy distance of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and are both only a bus ride away. The monastery brews its own beer and schnapps but as the brewers are not allowed to taste alcohol this is done by experience and a great sense of smell.

Our Hotel Recommendations

Reindl’s Partenkirchner Hof 4* Why we like it: This family-run hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere combined with Bavarian hospitality. Location: Centrally located between Garmisch and Partenkirchen near the train station. Features: Restaurant, bar, café, terrace, garden, lift, fitness area, indoor pool, sauna, steam bath, parking. Accommodation: 62 traditional Bavarian rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone, radio, hairdryer, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Special: 7 = 6 nights 01.04 – 23.04.14

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Resort Combinations • Discover nearby Austria, Garmisch is just a stone’s throw away from the border.

Follow the walk alongside the ruins of Castle Werdenfels. The 4 km information trail is an exciting trip through history. If you get hungry on the walk we would recommend stopping by at the Berggasthof Pflegersee or the Werdenfelser Hütte, where delicious meals are offered.

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For example explore Innsbruck in Austria, Tyrol’s capital, visit the Swarowski Crystal World in Wattens or just enjoy a short hike in Austria’s fresh mountain air.

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Spend a couple of days in Salzburg, Austria, before travelling to your resort, the perfect opportunity to combine culture and shopping with a mountain and lake resort holiday.

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Combine your stay in Garmisch with some days in Munich, Bavaria’s capital. Brimming with exciting attractions, cultural delights, glorious historical architecture, great shopping opportunities and tranquil parks, Munich really does have something for everyone.

Population: Approx. 29,000

Dial Code: +49 (Germany)

Country/State: Germany/Bavaria

Munich International Airport: 102km from the city centre; transfer time about 2hrs

Time Difference: +1hr

Innsbruck Airport: 50km from the city centre; transfer time about 1hr 30min by car.

Currency: Euro €

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Wittelsbacher Hof 4* Why we like it: The personal service and the high standard of comfort. Location: Only a five-minute walk to the main train station and the pedestrian zone. Features: Panoramic restaurant, bar, terrace, garden, lift, wellness area, indoor pool, sauna, library, parking.

Accommodation: 48 well-appointed rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer, safe, Wi-Fi. Why not upgrade to Business Class from economy?

Please ask us for details.

Hotel Zugspitze 4* Why we like it: The hotel’s Alpine style creates a feeling of elegance and tradition combined with a touch of luxury. Location: In the heart of Garmisch, 500m away from the train station. Features: A la carte restaurant, bar, terrace, garden, lift, beauty centre, wellness and fitness area, indoor pool, sauna, steam bath, parking. Accommodation: 48 comfortable rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, radio, hairdryer, safe, minibar, Wi-Fi.

NH Berlin Mitte All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Munich, incl. 2nd class rail tickets.

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Located in south Germany, Bavaria is the country’s largest state.

The picture-perfect countryside with unspoilt natural surroundings, clean air, a wealth of culture and the laid-back Bavarian attitude make it the perfect holiday destination. Bavaria’s medieval castles and small towns, magnificent palaces and baroque churches as well as its urban centres, provide the perfect setting for everything from traditional festivals to international events.

Bavaria’s regions contain countless highlights and endless beauty with amazing architectural monuments and picturesque villages, all complemented by stunning natural scenery. The state’s towns boast spacious pedestrian zones, shopping streets and a vibrant cultural and social life. Every town has a historical centre and retained its individual charm down the ages.

We have hotels in most Bavarian towns and also in certain destinations family parks which are suitable for the holidaymaker

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Lindau The original centre of Lindau is situated on an island on the north-east shores of Lake Constance and is connected by two impressive causeways.

The island is famous for the harbour entrance and historic buildings as well as wonderful shopping streets and lakeside promenade. The area around the town is dotted with pretty villages and family-friendly attractions.

Our recommended hotels are three hotels that are joined together the Hotel Bayersicher Hof 5*, Hotel Seegarten 4* and Hotel Reutemann 4*.

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Füssen The 700-year old town of Füssen boasts a special intimate charm with quaint cobbled streets and the medieval centre framed by the majestic peaks of the Alps. The nearby fairytale castles of Hohenschwangau and Neuschwansten take visitors back to the time of King Ludwig II. A cable car to the top of the Tegelberg mountain will give you impressive views of the region and is the start of many walking trails. There are public lakes nearby that allow public swimming.

The Luitpoldpark Hotel 4* offers a huge variety of wellness and fitness packages ensuring a relaxing stay.

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Black Forest History

The Black Forest is a picturesque corner of Germany near to the Swiss border. It conjures up the image of walking, cuckoo clocks and cake. The area is famous for legends and traditions and the many walking possibilities in the mountains. It is a popular destination for visitors looking for a picture book holiday. It has been designated as a nature park – the largest in Europe.

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Freiburg Freiburg is a lively university city, located at the Southern end of the Black Forest in Germany, close to the Swiss and French border. Freiburg’s townscape is dominated by its magnificent Münster Cathedral on the bustling market square. As you stroll through the town, be sure to look down at the pavement for the colourful mosaics usually found in front of the shops. Be careful not to step into the little rivers (Bächle) running parallel to many footpaths. A dynamic cultural scene and an excellent range of restaurants and bars add even more to the charm of this beautiful city.

The Intercity Hotel 3* is ideally located to explore this vibrant city.

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Triberg Traditional Triberg in Germany is renowned for its exceptional cuckoo clocks and is the home of the original Black Forest Gateau. Another major attraction is Germany’s highest waterfalls which can be accessed through a wooded gorge. You will enjoy a magnificent spectacle of nature following the course of the river over seven cascades.

For an imaginative overview of Triberg’s history and social life in the region, visit the Black Forest Museum for its displays of local crafts.

The Parkhotel Wehrle 4* is one of the most well-known hotels in the Black Forest.

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Titisee-Neustadt The lake’s crystal clear water attracts visitors from afar to swim in this resort town. Around the lake are numerous walking paths that lead into the charming countryside. The main street in the town is very picturesque.

The Maritim hotel 4* is situated at the side of the lake and lakeview rooms are available for a supplement.

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Rhine

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The regions around the river Rhine offer cultural and architectural delights from across the ages. A trip down the Rhine by boat or by rail will have you fascinated by the number of castles along the way protecting the river. There is also the beauty of a tiny village or town coming into view all immaculately preserved and maintaining traditions of old. Combine this with the vineyards clinging on to the hillsides and you have a visual feast for the eyes. The proud cities that stand on the Rhine also reflect the culture and ideology of

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the area. Special events such as wine festivals and the explosive Rhine in Flames make this a worthy holiday destination.

Boppard Boppard is nestled amongst the picturesque hills of the Loreley Valley in the heart of the Rhineland. The town is bursting with wine taverns offering fine selections of local wines and stunning vistas in the surrounding areas, not least the spectacular ‘Four Lakes View’. The remains of a Roman Fort surrounding the town centre is one of the best examples in Germany.

The Best Western Premier Bellevue Rheinhotel Boppard 4* is located directly on the Rhine promenade near to the pedestrian zone and railway station.

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Königswinter The captivating riverside town of Königswinter is located on the opposite bank to nearby Bonn. With a lively old town and one of the most beautiful promenades along the Rhine, the winegrower village is a popular destination.

Take a ride on Germany’s oldest railway up to the gothic Drachenfels castle and take in the idyllic scenery. There is also a Sea Life Centre in the town.

The Maritim Hotel 4* offers views overlooking the River Rhine and is ideally placed for a visit to the Drachenfels.

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Koblenz Koblenz is located between two famous rivers, the Rhine and the Moselle.

The 2000 year old Roman city has an abundance of cultural monuments and historical buildings, narrow lanes and alleyways.

The GHOTEL 3* hotel and living Koblenz is ideally located near to the railway station and centre of town.

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Moselle

The river runs from Trier to Koblenz, meandering past the clinging vineyards and romantic towns. The Moselle is known for its wine and it is a great way to discover German culture by sampling some of the local wines and appreciate the care and attention that go into making them. There are many walking trails that take you past the steep vineyards and within view of the river. There are numerous castles near the river; an essential one to visit is the Burg Eltz and the two castles of Oberberg and Niederburg in Kobern-Gondorf.

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Cochem Cochem is without a doubt one of the most picturesque towns on the river. A town of legends and surrounded by steep vineyards whose product is sold locally in the many taverns. The town seems to be timeless with its many traditional buildings and winding streets. The town is dominated

by Cochem castle and this offers great views of the river.

The Hotel Alte Thorschenke 3* dates from 1332 and is a comfortable hotel in the middle of the old town.

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The town is set amongst the woods and vineyards on one side and the river on the other. The town buildings are in the Belle Epoque style which enhances the romance.

Welcome to Trier, Germany’s oldest city. There were settlements in the Trier valley as early as the 3rd century BC and Trier was the first ‘town’ north of the Alps to bear that label with justification. It is a fascinating travel destination with historical monuments, churches and Roman backdrops which will make any visit to this romantic Moselle city an unforgettable experience.

The Romantik Jugendstillhotel 4* was built in 1903 and is ideally located near the centre of town.

The Mercure Hotel Trier Porta Nigra 4* is located in the old town.

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Tailor Made Holidays

Würzburg

Germany has something for everyone whether beaches, theme parks, shopping, beer and wine festivals, history or even onion festivals! We have put together a few suggestions of twin centre/tailor made tours.

Romantic Road Tour

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Würzburg – Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Füssen and Augsburg The road from Würzburg to Füssen allows you to discover picture-postcard medieval walled towns as well as the historic cities of Würzburg and Augsburg and culminates in Füssen, ideally situated for a visit to the most famous castle of Neuschwanstein. Würzburg offers the imposing Residence Palace, Rothenburg has cobblestone streets, impressive parapets and proud towers and offers more than 800 years of history.

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Germany is blessed with one of the world’s most reliable transport systems. Most major cities have an airport with a direct link to a UK airport. The rail transportation system is comprehensive and reasonably priced. A number of the regions have regional tickets which offer great value fares. The road infrastructure sees most of the main roads covered by Autobahn or by the Bundesstrasse (main road). There are many roads that offer scenic views and many traditional themed roads e.g. Fairy-Tale, Castle and Romantic roads that are ideal routes to discover the German traditions and way of life.

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We believe that your trip should be truly unforgettable, so we don’t take any chances. The expert knowledge of all our tailor-made holiday specialists allow us to provide the best possible accommodation, guides and excursions to suit your tastes and budgets.

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Includes flights to Frankfurt and return from Munich, Car-Hire Economy 2 door 8 days, 2 nights in the 4* Maritim, Würzburg, 2 nights in the 4* Hotel Eisenhut, Rothenburg o.d. Tauber, 2 nights in the 4* Luitpoldpark, Füssen and 1 night in the 3* Intercity, Augsburg. Based on a twin share, b+b.

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Trier – Königswinter – Cologne

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This attractive tour takes you through the dramatic scenery of the Rhine and Moselle valleys. From vibrant Cologne to the historic Roman city of Trier onto Königswinter where you can discover the Drachenfels rack railway. Take your time and explore the Moselle’s terraced vineyards and sample some of the local wines.

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Includes flights to Cologne, 2 nights in 4* Mercure Hotel Trier, 2 nights in the 4* Maritim Hotel Königswinter, 2 nights in the Hotel 3* Hotel Cristall Cologne. Standard class rail throughout – why not travel by Eurostar and ICE – prices start from £705 per person.

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City and Resort Hamburg - Sylt Unspoilt beaches are a feature of Germany’s north coast. Sylt offers 25 miles of the finest sandy beaches, unspoilt dunes, flowering heathlands and majestic cliffs. The beaches have long been a favourite holiday destination for many European visitors and are some of the finest in Europe.

The island is a true paradise for hikers.

St Michael’s Church is a must for visitors to Hamburg as is the recently built Harbour City, an area of many museums. For the early risers a trip to the Fish Market is worth the effort to see the hustle and bustle of one of the cities’ most famous markets.

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Includes flights to Hamburg, 2 nights in the 4* Europäischer Hof, return train Hamburg to Westerland, 5 nights in the 4* Strandhotel Sylt. Based on a twin share, b+b.

Cold War Berlin – Leipzig Leipzig was the scene of the Peaceful Revolution in 1989 which culminated in the destruction of walls dividing West and East Germany.

The Church of St Nicholas was a focalpoint of the peaceful protestors.

The Stasi museum in the city gives an idea of what it was like before the fall of the Wall. Berlin offers many reminders of the divide – Checkpoint Charlie museum, The Story of Berlin, the DDR museum, the Stasi museum and the remaining parts of the wall offer an insight into the times. Worth a visit is the Allied Conference Centre in Potsdam and the area of Templehof to see where the Berlin blockade aircraft landed.

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Includes flights to Berlin, 3 nights in the Maritim Pro-Arte Berlin, return train to Leipzig, 2 nights in the Mercure Hotel am Johannesplatz. Based on a twin share, b+b.

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Royal Heritage

Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen

This year will see the 300-year anniversary of the coronation and union of the Kings of Hannover, the UK and Ireland. In 1714 the elector of Hanover became King George I and united the ‘House of Guelph’ (or Hanover as it was known in Great Britain) and this association lasted for 123 years. The House of Guelph has left a lasting impression on the area with many of the influential buildings still standing and the town and cities reflecting their Royal Heritage. George I died in Hanover and George II was the last monarch to be born outside Great Britain.

There are numerous castles and beautiful gardens in the region to visit and enjoy.

Fly to Hanover/Frankfurt and then take the train to Celle.

Celle is known for its collection of more than 450 half-timbered houses which survived the Second World War largely unscathed.

The result of this is that the old town maintains an old fashioned charm with many fine buildings especially the Rathaus, which is a great example of the Weser Renaissance architecture, with its gabled roof and painted decorations. In the basement of the Rathaus is the Ratskeller, one of the oldest pubs in the region. The Hoppener Haus looks like something out of a fairy tale book and dates back to 1532.

Celle Palace. The foundations of the Palace date back to the 13th Century. It was rebuilt in the Renaissance style in 1533 and has a preserved eastern façade with octagonal towers at the corners, gables and bay windows. The inside is very Baroque and from 1772 was home to the British-born Danish queen Caroline Mathilde.

She was the youngest sister of George III and lived here as a semi-prisoner. Her crime was to fall in love with her doctor. She was here for three years until her tragic early death at the age of 23 of scarlet fever. The French Garden in the town is a memorial to Caroline Mathilde.

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Two nights in Celle enables you to see the many beautiful buildings in the town and the local region. The neighbouring village of Wienhausen has a Cistercian monastery with Gothic frescos contained in the church.

The second part of the trip is to visit Hanover, home of the royal connections to the House of Hanover. The near destruction of the old town in 1944 has seen many historic monuments rebuilt back to their former glory. The Baroque gardens of Herrenhausen were established by the mother of George I and are classed as one of the most beautiful parks in Europe and have a history equal to their beauty. Peter the Great danced in Herrenhausen and Handel made music here. The Great Garden is the most impressive. It was inspired by a trip to Versailles and its hedge theatre, inspirational fountains and modern Grotto are worth a visit. In summer, plays are performed in the Garden Theatre and further on from this is the Grosse Fontäne, the tallest in Europe.

Marienburg Castle: A castle 135m above sea level and built as a token of love by King George V of Hanover for his wife Queen Mary.

Before the castle was finished George V was in exile, The castle is a testimony to court intrigue and the rise and fall of mighty dynasties.

Bückeburg Castle: The Renaissance castle of Bückeburg is set amidst 80 hectares of park. You can find the biggest privately owned monumental burial ground site and the Royal Riding School in these gardens.

Other notable buildings in the region that can be found are Gifthorn castle, Residenzschloss and Richmond Palace in Braunschweig, The castles of Bevern, Bad Pyrmont and the magnificent Wolfenbüttel Castle with it’s beautiful Baroque frescoes. Hamelin is also within easy reach of Hanover to discover the legend of the Pied Piper.

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2 nights in the Intercity Hotel in Celle – beautiful town of over 500 half-timbered houses – worth visiting Celle Castle – the summer residence of the Kings of Hanover in the 19th Century.

4 nights in the Intercity Hotel in Hanover – home of the Herrenhausen Gardens and used as a base to visit Buckerberg castle, Marienburg castle and Baroque Richmond Palace in Braunschweig.

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Situated in Brühl near Cologne in the heart of the Rhineland, a fascinating world of adventure and excitement awaits you behind the gates of Phantasialand. As one of Europe’s top entertainment parks, Phantasialand boasts a spectacular selection of attractions and shows for children and adults alike.

Adrenaline junkies should head straight for the spine-tingling Black Mamba roller-coaster and the nerve-jangling, Aztec-inspired adventure Talocan. Plunge 65 metres on a bungee cord through the Mystery Castle and wrestle with the rapids on the River Quest, the world’s highest rafting ride. The little ones will love the enchanting steam-powered carousel, the mini bumper cars and Octowuzy, the interactive water playground. In addition to thrilling rides, the park also offers a mesmerising variety of live shows.

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The Black Mamba: This inverted rollercoaster with terrifying twists, spectacular cork screws and legendary loops will be perfect for thrill-seekers.

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Bolle’s Flying School: The dream of flight comes true for little pilots. Up and down, round and round through the skies.

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The WAKOBATO: Climb aboard one of the WAKOBATO patrol boats - a spellbinding experience for all ages.

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1 day ticket price: Adult: £38 Child (4-12): £17 OAP (60+): £18

• 2 day ticket price: Adult: £58 Child (4-12): £27 OAP (60+): £28

• Park opening hours for summer 2014: 01.04.-01.10.2014: from 9am to 6pm.

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7 themed restaurants, 3 bars, 1 coffee shop and several snack bars.

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By adopting the principles of Feng Shui, the oriental-themed Hotel LING BAO offers guests a real feel-good oasis of tranquillity. After an eventful day in the park, relax and unwind in the pool, the sauna or the indulgent Mandala Spa. Enjoy Asian fusion cuisine in the hotel restaurants.

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Hotel MATAMBA

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Experience life in Africa! Hotel MATAMBA’s tropical plants, authentic tribal masks, sculptures, colourful paintings and dark wood furnishings all work to give guests an authentic and exotic experience for all senses.

Enjoy mouth-watering African cuisine in the hotel bar and restaurant.

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Euro Mir

Welcome to Germany’s largest theme park which attracts nearly five million visitors to a fascinating world of adventure each year. No leisure destination in Germany provides such a fantastic range of entertainment and fun for all ages.

At Europa-Park you do not have to decide on a single holiday destination, because here, you can visit the whole of Europe from Portugal to Scandinavia at once! Covering an area as big as 136 football pitches, visitors to Europa-Park can experience fun and adventure in various themed areas, each representing a different European country. The typical architecture, natural surroundings and food specialities take visitors right into the country of their choice. The popular leisure park offers over 100 attractions and fascinating shows throughout the year.

Hurtle down from dizzying heights on high-speed rides, including the SilverStar, Europe’s highest roller-coaster, or be amazed by the fascinating acrobatic shows and enjoy first-class entertainment. Attractions such as the Crazy Taxis, Fairy Tale Alley and Dwarf City promise bundles of family fun. After all the excitement, take a rest in Europa-Park’s peaceful lakeside surroundings and admire beautiful water lilies, colourful flower beds and exotic trees.

• 2 day ticket price: Adult: £75 Child (4-11): £64 OAP (60+): £64

Resort Combination

• Park opening hours: Summer: 05.04.2014-02.11.2014 from 9am to 6pm

Attractions

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SilverStar: Europe’s highest rollercoaster promises thrills galore!

*Extended hours in the peak summer months

Winter: End of November to Beginning of January: from 11am to 7pm

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Rocking Bridge and Cable Ferry: Who is brave enough to go across the rocking bridge and on the wobbling boat?

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Atlantis Adventure: Discover the myths and legends of the sunken city.

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Arthur: In the Minimoy’s Kingdom.

NEW attraction 2014.

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Blue Fire Rollercoaster: Discover pure energy on this looped rollercoaster.

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Extend your stay with a relaxing resort holiday in the nearby Black Forest, or discover Basel in Switzerland.

Restaurants

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14 themed restaurants and 6 service restaurants, 15 snack bars, 6 ice cream parlours.

Our Hotel Recommendations Hotel Colosseo 4* Relax and enjoy the charming atmosphere of Italy! Built in the style of historic Rome, the hotel successfully captures the southern Mediterranean flair. The hotel’s inner courtyard offers bars and typical Italian restaurants. Hotel guests get VIP access into the park.

Hotel El Andaluz 4* This hotel offers the Mediterranean elegance of a Spanish finca with its rustic terracotta floors, shady arcades and blossoming palm garden in the inner courtyard. All rooms with terracotta floors and original Spanish mosaic tiles.

All guests get VIP access into the park.

Hotel Colosseo & Hotel El Andaluz

Package Adult Child

Extra night* Adult

Extra night* Child

4 Bedded Room

1 Night / 2 Days Park

160

125

78

50

4 Bedded Room

2 Nights / 3 Days Park

250

185

78

50

3 Bedded Room

1 Night / 2 Days Park

168

135

83

59

3 Bedded Room

2 Nights / 3 Days Park

268

214

83

59

Twin/Double Room

1 Night / 2 Days Park

189

155

103

73

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2 Nights / 3 Days Park

300

254

103

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239

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419

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160

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Accommodation only price. Prices are from prices in £’s per night incl breakfast and entrance tickets. Extra night price does not include entrance tickets.

To book please call

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Munich Oktoberfest Great Scenery

Relaxation

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Family Fun

Music

Beer Festivals

Christmas Markets

History

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The so-called ‘Oktoberfest’ took place for the first time in 1810 on the occasion of the wedding of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese. They decided to hold a big horse race on a meadow outside the city walls for the town’s inhabitants. The next year, the royal court decided to repeat the festival to the great delight of Munich’s residents. From year to year the Oktoberfest grew bigger and bigger and eventually became the spectacular event that it is today.

• arthotel 3*

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£579pp

20th September 5th October 2014

Special Event At The Oktoberfest

On the first day of the festival the Lord Mayor of Munich has the honour of pulling the Oktoberfest’s first Maß of beer (1 litre beer mug) to mark the start of the festivities. From then on more than 6 million people will enjoy the fun of the biggest beer festival in the world.

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The Opening Parade: 20.09.2014 The breweries with their horsedrawn carriages and various folk groups in traditional costumes parade through the streets of Munich and finish at the ‘Theresienwiese’ on Saturday morning.

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IMPORTANT - Tent Reservation For groups of 10 and more, it is essential to pre-book seats in the beer tents.

• Hotel Ambiente 3*

For a charge of £55, you will get 2 ‘Steins’ of beer and a voucher for a Bavarian meal, as well as guaranteed entry to the tent, even during the busiest times of the fest. Sittings are for approximately five hours and are for exclusive parts of the tents. You can chose between an afternoon reservation from 12pm-5pm or an evening reservation from 5pm-10pm.

Resort Combinations

It’s a common sight to see families all together enjoying the carnival atmosphere at the Oktoberfest. The festivities take place in vast marquees hosted by various Munich breweries, each seating several thousand people. The festival’s world-renowned beer, delicious food and traditional music all help to create a unique and vibrant atmosphere.

Enjoy the colour and excitement of the giant funfair outside the tents, which combines traditional attractions such as big dippers, Ferris wheels and roller-coasters with the very latest high-tech white-knuckle rides. And best of all, entrance to the grounds is FREE!

It is really important to book as early as possible.

During weekends there are only a limited number of rooms available for the festival weekends.

Munich is also the ideal basis to discover more of Germany. The famous King Ludwig Castle Neuschwanstein or the well known resort GarmischPartenkirchen with its beautiful mountain scenery of the Bavarian Alps is just a stone’s throw away.

Interesting Fact: Germans are the third biggest consumers of beer in the world.

The first are the Czechs followed by the Irish.

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Modern non-smoking hotel near to the Oktoberfest grounds. All rooms equipped with en suite facilities, hairdryer, minibar, TV, telephone and free WI-FI.

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• Winters Hotel 3*

Hotel near to the main station and within 15 minute walk to the Oktoberfest grounds.

Rooms equipped with en suite facilities, safe.

2 night package

£579pp

A charming three-star, family run hotel

situated in the heart of Munich near to the main station. All rooms are equipped with en suite facilities, TV, telephone and minibar.

2 night package from

£499pp

We can also offer other 2-5* hotels in Munich – prices are on request. Most hotels are happy to take stag or hen groups during this period.

Please note that if you wish to travel with a group it is essential to book early as flights and rooms are at a premium.

All prices are guide prices in £’s per person based on a midweek rate for 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Munich available at the time of brochure. We can offer regional flights or low cost carriers – please ask for rates.

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Cannstatter Wasen - Stuttgart Beer Festival 26.09 – 12.10.2014 The Cannstatter Wasen is the second largest beer festival in Germany after the Munich Beer Festival. Its popularity increases every year as more people from all over the world come to visit.

Prices start from

£359pp

Price includes flights from London and 2 night accommodation in a twin/double room _____________________________________________________________________________

International Beer Festival International Berlin Beer Festival 01.08 – 03.08.2014

On the first weekend in August the longest beer garden in the world opens its doors in the heart of Germany’s capital for the 16th time. More than 300 breweries from 86 countries will offer around 2,000 beer specialities in all their diversity.

Prices start from

£269pp

Price includes flights from London and 2 night accommodation in a twin/double room _____________________________________________________________________________

Freimarkt - Bremen Beer Festival 17.10 – 02.11.2014

Schützenfest - Hanover Beer Festival

‘Ischa Freimarkt’ (It is Freimarkt) say the Bremer inhabitants when their ‘fifth season’ starts in autumn. The Bremen beer festival is the oldest fair in Germany (est.1035) and the biggest festival in the north of the country.

04.07 – 13.07.2014

Prices start from

£359pp

Price includes flights from London and 2 night accommodation in a twin/double room _____________________________________________________________________________

At the Schützenfest visitors can expect a colourful assortment of shooting sports, traditional and racy fairground rides, lots of tasty delicacies from a range of around 80 various gastronomic facilities before going on to enjoy a fantastic line-up of lively entertainment events. The highlight of this funfair is the ‘Marksmen’s Parade’ with more than 10,000 participants from Germany and all over the world.

Prices start from

DOM - Hamburg Beer Festival

£289pp

Price includes flights from London and 2 night accommodation in a twin/double room _____________________________________________________________________________

Spring: 21.03 – 21.04.2014 Summer: 25.07 – 24.08.2014

Czech Beer Festival - Prague Beer Festival

Winter: 07.11 – 07.12.2014

15.05 – 31.05.2014

Three times a year the area transforms into an entertainment area suitable for both young and old. It offers its visitors a 1.8 sq mile area filled with thrilling rides, family entertainment and beer tents.

The Czech Beer Festival gathers top and lesser-known national breweries at Prague’s PVA Letnany Exhibition Centre. Each tent features its own entertainment stage and, from Pilsner to Budvar and Staropramen, beers are reassuringly served in glass pitchers.

Prices start from

£329pp

Prices start from

Price includes flights from London and 2 night accommodation in a twin/double room

£338pp

Price incl flights from London and 2 night accommodation in a twin/double room

All dates were valid at the time of the brochure and are subject to change

To book please call

0808 159 5256 or visit your local travel agent

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The best of Europe SWEDEN DENMARK

BELGIUM

POLAND

GERMANY

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CZECH REPUBLIC Page 56

FRANCE Page 52

SWITZERLAND Page 48

AUSTRIA Page 42

HUNGARY Page 58

ITALY

Copenhagen

There are so many fascinating, historic, and unique destinations in Europe. We offer in the following pages a number of European destinations that we believe are excellent city breaks. Sometimes it is difficult to decide on which destination is better. More and more holidaymakers are now visiting two destinations within the same break. We can offer this service and we have included as ideas some of the requests that we received this year. We hope this whets your appetite and tempts you to plan your own two or three centre holiday to some of the delights of Europe.

Scandinavia Delights

Italian Heritage

Copenhagen – Stockholm

Venice – Florence – Rome

These cities are connected by modern rail links and offer a chance to see how different the Scandinavian countries can be. Each city offers culture, history and local delicacies. Copenhagen is the first point of call and the Danish capital is a small city easily walked around and full of cobbled streets. The Tivoli Gardens and the Little Mermaid are two of the most famous tourist attractions. Stockholm is defined by the many islands that make up the city and a boat trip is an ideal way to see the city. The Gamla Stan offers an idea of what the city looked like in medieval times.

Venice needs no introduction and is an ideal place to start your Italian Heritage tour. The Rialto Bridge offers a unique design and also great views over the Grand Canal. St Mark’s Square is a place to enjoy the special Venice magic with live music and many cafes. The train journey to Florence brings you into the heart of the Renaissance movement with such great art as the Statue of David. The Duomo and its frescoes are a must when in the city. The short journey to Rome takes you into the heart of the ‘Eternal City’ where history comes to life. The Spanish Steps and the ‘Piazza Navona’ are ideal locations to watch the Romans go about their business. The Sistine Chapel is worth the long walk through the rooms of the Vatican.

Prices from

£759pp

Includes flight from London to Copenhagen/Stockholm to London, 2 nights 4* First Hotel Twentyseven b+b, rail Copenhagen to Stockholm, 2 nights 4* Nordic Sea Hotel b+b.

Prices based on a twin share.

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Prices from

£939pp

Includes flight from London to Venice/Rome to London, 2 nights 4* Carlton on the Grand Canal b+b, rail Venice to Florence, 2 nights 4* Hotel Kraft b+b, rail Florence to Rome, 3 nights 4* Starhotels Metropole b+b. Prices based on a twin share.

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Trevi Fountain, Rome

Imperial Highlights

Rail/Cruise

Vienna – Budapest Two countries that were at one time unified at the centre of European decision making and politics now offer two different types of break despite their Imperialist past. Budapest is the city of spas!

A great place to relax and enjoy some of the thermal baths belching steam and rejuvenating the body. The Hungarian Houses of Parliament is a stunning building and fits in with the stunning vista that includes Castle Hill. For shoppers, the Central Market Hall offers authentic local shopping as residents pick up the local food produce.

Vienna remains very much a product of the Imperial age with impressive buildings in abundance in the centre. The Imperial Palace is a great starting point for the many museums and art galleries that make Vienna a city break to remember.

Prices from

£759pp

We can offer rail/cruise for most of the River cruises we sell. These are contained with our separate River Cruise brochure. We offer a rail/cruise for the MS Mozart featured in the brochure. Departing from St Pancras or Ebbsfleet and changing trains in Brussels in order to reach the first destination Cologne. On the approach to Cologne you will see the imposing Cologne Cathedral which is situated next to the railway station. Cologne is an ideal point to explore the Rhine or the many Romanesque Churches that bear testimony to the importance of the church in the development of the city. Whilst in Cologne, why not try the local beer ‘Kolsch’. The word Kölsch, also means ‘from Cologne’ and refers to both the drink and the dialect - making it the only language you can drink! An early morning train takes you through to Passau where you will board the ‘Ms Mozart’ and it will be your home for the next seven nights. The ship will take you on a journey of splendour and visiting places such as Budapest, Vienna, Bratislava and Melk. On your return journey you are transferred to the station and from here the train will take you to Würzburg. The home of many fine buildings, including the Residenz which is now restored to its former glory, the city occupies a particularly scenic position on the banks of the River Main.

The Alte Mainbrücke is the oldest bridge over the Main and is lined with Baroque statues of saints.

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Includes flight from London to Budapest/Vienna to London, 3 nights 4* K+K Hotel Opera b+b, rail Budapest to Vienna, 3 nights 4* K+K Palais Hotel b+b. Prices based on a twin share.

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The Széchenyi Chain Bridge in Budapest

£1549pp

Includes standard class rail from London to Passau return, 7 nights full board on the MS Mozart on the Dorabella deck 2 berth inside (incl. five excursions, drinks package), 2 nights in the 4* Tryp by Wyndham Köln City Centre b+b, 2 nights in the 4* Maritim Hotel, Würzburg b+b.

Prices based on a twin share.

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Vienna

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£334pp

Ring Boulevard

With its monumental palaces, gilded opera houses and stately boulevard, Vienna might feel like an imperial capital lost in history. It is undoubtable that it is a city of great heritage but it is also a city that has embraced the modern world and is a leader of the contemporary art scene. With a thriving nightlife and numerous great café, bars and restaurants it is a city that offers great diversity.

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Museum of National History

Vienna Card More than 210 discounts and unlimited free travel by underground, bus and tram for 72 hours with the card at museums and sights, theatres and concerts, in shops and restaurants. From only £18pp; each Vienna Card entitles one child below the age of 15 to travel with you free! Don’t forget to add the Vienna Card to your booking!

Places To See •

Belvedere Palace: A magnificent Baroque palace, surrounded by beautiful gardens. Belvedere is also the location of the Austrian Gallery Museum which features Gustav Klimt’s famous painting ‘The Kiss’.

• The Third Man Museum – the place to go for anyone who loves the film.

Museum Quartier

Things To Do •

Don’t miss a visit to the Spanish Riding School, the world’s oldest and only riding school that cultivates classical equitation.

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Enjoy one of the many coffee specialities served in the traditional coffee houses and try a piece of Mozart Cake.

Hotel Ambassador 4*

Why we like it: The mixture of tradition, elegance and luxury. Location: Ideally located between the shopping mile Kaerntner Strasse and Neuer Markt.

Features: Restaurant, bar, café, lift, parking. Accommodation: 85 elegant and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, TV, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.07. – 28.08.14

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Shopping Highlights •

The main shopping streets are in the city centre: Kärntnerstrasse, Graben and Kohlmarkt. Mainly upmarket and specialist shops are found here.

• One of Vienna’s favourite sweet shops is the Manner Shop, located in the city centre.

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Where To Eat & Drink •

Schweizerhaus: This Viennese restaurant is rich in tradition and inseparably linked with the Prater in Vienna. Here you may enjoy a relaxing atmosphere in the large beer garden – the perfect place to enjoy yourself with a delicious meal under giant old trees.

Please refer to map for hotel locations

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£439pp

Hotel only from £117pppn

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Possible Excursions • Take the Twin City Liner (a catamaran, specially designed for the shallow waters of the Danube Canal), from Vienna to Bratislava, the Slovakian capital, in 75min.

• Spend a day in the Vienna Woods on the outskirts of the city. You’ll find vineyards and old vinter’s villages.

Many of these villages are now part of the city, but have retained their rustic charm and are a favourite destination for a visit to Heurigens (local taverns) where you will find excellent food and wine (approx.

45min by car).

Population: Approx, 1.7 million

Dial Code: +43 (Austria)

Time Difference: +1hr

Currency: Euro €

Fred.\ Tip •

Dine in the 165m-high Danube Tower. The entire city spreads out below from the revolving restaurant, where Viennese specialities like flavoursome bacon-wrapped pheasant breast or smoked halibut with horseradish are served. Arrive when the sun sets and Vienna’s city lights start to twinkle.

Vienna International Airport: 16min to the city centre by train

Flight Time: 2hrs 15min

Our Hotel Recommendations

Please refer to map for hotel locations

2 night package from

£399pp

Hotel only from £88pppn 2 night package from

£334pp

Hotel only from £54pppn

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K+K Hotel Maria Theresia 4*

Why we like it: The exclusive atmosphere with individual service and Austrian hospitality.

Location: In the Bohemian district of Spittelberg near the Imperial Palace and the museum district. Features: Restaurant, bar, lift, fitness area, sauna, parking. Accommodation: 132 sound-proofed and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. tea/coffee making facilities. Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.07. – 28.08.14 Fred.\ Extra: Coffee and cake voucher for 3 night stay

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City Hotel Tabor 3*

Why we like it: The excellent location which provides everything to explore the city.

Location: Centrally located. The Ferris Wheel and the old town are within walking distance.

Features: Bar, lift, safety deposit box, Wi-Fi, parking. Accommodation: 95 bright rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, radio,telephone, hairdryer, minibar.

Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.07. – 28.08.14

All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Vienna.

For more hotels & flights, please call or email holidays@fred.travel To book please call

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Places To See • Salzburg Cathedral: One of the city’s top attractions and a fine example of 17th century Baroque architecture.

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Mozart’s Birthplace: The Mozart family lived on the third floor of the ‘Hagenauer House’ at Getreide gasse 9 for 26 years, from 1747 to 1773. The celebrated composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, was born here on 27 January 1756.

Where To Eat & Drink •

Dine at the oldest restaurant in Europe, Stiftskeller St. Peter, while listening to the music of Mozart.

Enjoy a delicious three course candlelit dinner, prepared as it would have been in the 17th and 18th centuries, while local opera singers and musicians perform some of Mozart’s finest work.

Things To Do •

Enjoy one of the many coffee specialities served in the traditional coffee houses and try a piece of Mozart Cake.

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Go on a ‘Sound of Music Tour’ or join the ‘Fräulein Maria’s Bicycle Tour’ to visit sites and locations from the legendary movie.

Sound of Music tour from £30pp

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Hotel Wolf-Dietrich 4*

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The ‘Schatz Konditorei’ is an excellent pastry shop in the centre of the Old Town. The store’s speciality is the highly acclaimed ‘Mozart Kugel’, a delicious praline delicacy made of pistachio, marzipan and hazelnut nougat, dipped in chocolate.

• Enjoy one of the 4,000 concerts and plays performed every year in Salzburg.

Our Hotel Recommendations

Why we like it: A romantic and centrally located hotel that provides the quietness of the surrounding pedestrian zone as well as the comfort of a privately run four-star hotel. Features: Bar, indoor pool, spa and wellness centre, sauna, private parking.

Accommodation: 40 individually decorated rooms all feature en suite facilities, hairdryer, TV, DVD player, telephone, free W-LAN, safe, mini-bar.

Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.04 – 27.04.14, 01.10 – 28.10.14

Shopping Highlights

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Interesting Facts • The Historic Centre of Salzburg is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Salzburg is a known as a city of musicians. Mozart is the most famous but Hayden and Herbert van Karajan also lived there.

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The Salzburg gnome or dwarf garden is part of the Mirabell gardens in the heart of the city.

Some of the gnomes were based on real people living in the court of the Prince Archbishop.

Salzburg Card •

The Salzburg Card provides free admission to Salzburg’s museums, free use of the Fortress funicular, the Untersberg cableway, Salzach ship service and public transport.

Card holders can also take advantage of a number of discounts on concerts, theatre performances or excursions to destinations in the Salzburg vicinity. From £29pp for 48hrs, £15 for children from 6 to 15 years. Don’t forget to add the Salzburg Card to your booking!

Mirabell Gardens

Salzburg: Fourth-largest city in Austria

Population: Approx. 149,000

Time Difference: +1hr

Country/State: Austria/Salzburg

Currency: Euro €

Salzburg Airport: 2.5 miles from the city centre.

Munich Airport: 2hrs by train

Flight Time: 2hrs Resort Combination Combine Salzburg with a trip to Munich, the nearby capital of Bavaria.

Our Hotel Recommendations

Please refer to map for hotel locations

2 night package from

£358pp

Hotel only from £62pppn 2 night package from

£354pp

Hotel only from £60pppn

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Best Western Hotel Stieglbraeu 4*

Why we like it: This charming hotel, close to Mirabellgarden, Mozart’s birthplace and the Hohensalzburg Fortress, offers traditional Austrian hospitality. Features: Lift, restaurant, bar, beer garden, safety deposit box, private parking. Accommodation: 100 spacious rooms all with en suite facilities, hairdryer, TV, Free Wi-Fi, minibar, air-conditioning.

Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.04 – 16.07.14, 01.09 – 31.10.14

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Altstadthotel Amadeus 3*

Why we like it: Great location, great breakfast and free coffee and cake in the afternoon.

Features: Lift, bar, free wired internet in public areas, parking. Accommodation: 30 rooms all feature en suite facilities, hairdryer, TV, telephone, safe. Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.04 -21.07.14, 01.09-31.10.14 (must arrive Monday or Sunday) Fred.\ Extra: Coffee and cake in the afternoon.

All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on a weekend rate for 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Salzburg.

For more hotels & flights, please call or email holidays@fred.travel To book please call

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The best of Austria

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Innsbruck

Mozart Statue

Zell am See

Austria is set in the heart of Europe, a country of just over 8 million people. It has a natural beauty from crystal clear lakes to ice capped, rugged peaks to picturesque mountain villages, dense woods and lush pastureland. Austria also offers a complete range of outdoor activities from swimming in the beautiful lakes to a variety of walking trails that cover the harder mountain terrain and easier lake shores. Austria has an eventful history which is mainly dominated by the rule of the Habsburg dynasty. Their influence can still be seen in many of the buildings in Vienna and Salzburg. Graz’s old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was the European Capital of Culture in 2003. The views from the clock tower are worth the walk. Don’t miss the farmer’s market on Lendplatz and try some of the home-made bread.

Lakes, Rivers and Mountains Salzburger Land is often referred to as ‘White Gold’, salt played a role in the region becoming important and, in turn, wealthy. The region offers an impressive combination of mountains, lakes and rivers, delightful villages and prosperous cities. It is a good mixture of both urban and alpine, with its splendid Baroque capital providing a centre point for visitors. Zell am See is one of the most scenic and popular resorts in Austria. Beautifully located on the shores of Lake Zell, the village lies next to the Hohe Tauern National Park and the Grossglocker mountain range. It has a host of leisure and sporting activities including cycling, mountain biking, water sports, golf, walking and many spa and wellness facilities.

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Tyrol is a picture-perfect region of outstanding beauty, where jagged, snow-capped peaks tower above fast-flowing rivers, green meadows and onion domed churches, offering wonderful walking tours in Summer. Innsbruck combines tradition and modernity. The Nordkettenbahnen usually offers a cloud free breathtaking view of the city and the many valleys surrounding. Seefeld is especially suited for hikers and is an ideal resort to explore the surrounding valleys. Kitzbühel is a picturesque village whose historic streets are lined with colourful houses, exclusive boutiques and beautiful cafes.

Fuschl am See is a small village offers excellent water facilities with swimming in the lake at the natural bathing beach a must!

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Bregenz

St Anton am Arlberg

Bregenz is surrounded by Lake Constance and is a beautiful small town of approximately 30,000 people. It is famous for the Brehgenz festival and is also a perfect place to go hiking, cycling or swimming. Fred.\ can offer packages to the Bregenz festival – please ask for details.

‘The Cradle of Alpine skiing’ is a snowy paradise of the highest calibre. Hospitality and Tyrolean customs are as much a trademark of the village as its international, cosmopolitan character.

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Innsbruck Innsbruck: the state capital of Tyrol – which is known as the ‘Heart of the Alps’ - looks back on a history of over 800 years. It offers art and cultural treasures as well as beautiful historic architecture like the Golden Roof, the Imperial Court Palace and the Ambras Castle. Innsbruck harmoniously combines tradition and modernity. Amid the charming old town you will find Innsbruck’s greatest tourist attractions. Lovers of modern art will find plenty of galleries and special exhibitions to satisfy their cultural thirst. The Hofburg is the former residence of the Tyrol’s Emperors and classed as one of Austria’s most important cultural buildings. For great views and for the athletic walk the 148 steps of the City Tower for a 360 degree view over the city rooftops and surrounding mountains.

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Zell am See Zell am See: Is one of the most scenic and most popular resorts in Austria. Beautifully located on the shores of Lake Zell, the village lies next to the Hohe Tauern National Park and the Grossglockner mountain range. The lake has clear water and allows swimming in parts of it, should that prove bracing then visit the thermal baths of nearby Badgastein.

Zell am See has a traffic free historical town centre and great shopping possibilities.

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Places To See The beautiful city of Lucerne, also known as ‘The City of Lights’, offers a stunning lakeside location and mountain scenery with a wide range of attractions and activities.

Its famous landmark, the medieval Chapel Bridge, is considered to be one of the oldest covered wooden bridges in Europe. Lucerne’s medieval Old Town offers great shopping as well as many restaurants and bars.

Where To Eat & Drink Restaurant Des Alpes is perfectly located at the edge of the historic old part of Lucerne and next to the river Reuss with fantastic views towards the Alps and the wooden bridge. It is famous for its classical Swiss dishes, Lucerne cuisine and regional specialities.

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Walk over the Chapel Bridge, Lucerne’s most famous landmark.

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Flight time from London: 1hr 40min

Fred.\ Tip Take the Vitznau-Rigi cog railway to Mt. Rigi, which was Europe’s first ever mountain railway and offers spectacular views.

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Hotel des Balances 4* Why we like it: Wonderful view over the Jesuit Church and the Wooden Chapel Bridge from the hotel’s terrace. Location: In the centre of Lucerne’s old town next to the river Reuss. Features: A la carte restaurant, bar, terrace, lift, parking. Accommodation: 56 elegant rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone, radio, safe, minibar, Wi-Fi.

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Accommodation: 31 comfortable room with en suite facilities, telephone, radio, TV, Wi-fi, minibar, safe.

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There are some great ways of seeing the beauty of the region.

Visit the Uetliberg mountain which towers over Zurich and offers a panoramic view of the city, the lake and the Alps. The Polybahn funicular railway also offers great views of the city.

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Kunsthaus: Switzerland’s most important art gallery contains a collection from all important periods of European art – from the Middle Ages through to the present.

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Jacob Coffee Museum: Describes the evolution of coffee and different aspects of the culture that has developed around it.

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Marvel at the panoramic view of the city, lake and snow-covered mountains from the Uetliberg, Zurich’s local mountain.

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The brilliance of sunlight reflecting on the water, the sound of the hull parting the waves and the scent of fresh air an experience for all the senses! The Lake Zurich Steamer Company makes this and much more possible!

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Visit Zurich Zoo, home to an impressive rainforest and more than 4,000 animals from all over the world.

Shopping Highights • The mile-long Bahnhofstrasse is one of the busiest and best known shopping streets in the world. High-quality Swiss goods, jewellers, watchmakers and inter national designer labels can be found here.

• More alternative shops can be found in the newly-fashionable districts of Sihl and Zurich West.

• The Niederdorf, which is the old part of Zurich, is more for young people. Aside from a lot of fast food places you will find a lot of trendy clothes stores here.

• On Saturdays from May to October, Bürkliplatz fills with stalls during the weekly flea market.

Zurich: Largest city in Switzerland Population: Approx. 375,000 Country/State: Switzerland/Zurich

Time Difference: +1hr

Currency: Swiss Franc CHF

Dial Code: +41 (Switzerland)

International Zurich Airport: In close proximity to Zurich (10 min to Zurich Main Station by train).

Flight Time from London: 1hr 40min

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Hotels Novotel Zurich City-West 4* Why we like it: The modern and spacious rooms which radiate a warm atmosphere.

Location: In the trendy district of Zurich-West next to the Hardbruecke train station.

Features: Restaurant, bar, terrace, lift, fitness area, indoor pool, playground, parking.

Accommodation: 144 modern rooms with en suite facilities, telephone, TV, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 14.07 – 08.08.14

Sorrel Hotel Ruetli 3* Why we like it: The recently renovated hotel offers everything for a pleasant city break.

Location: In the heart of the old town. Museums, shopping opportunities and the main train station are within easy reach. Features: Bar, lift. Accommodation: 58 attractive and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, TV, minibar, safe, hairdryer, telephone, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.04 – 10.05.14, 16.07 – 10.08.14 (Thursday arrival)

All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Zurich, incl. 2nd class rail tickets.

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Oberhofen Castle on the banks of Lake Thun

Switzerland is undeniably beautiful with stunning alpine scenery, crystal clear lakes, ancient cities, scenic countryside and picturesque meadows. Vast forests with nature trails and hiking paths characterise the country. The Swiss Alps are an icon of Switzerland, where snow capped peaks, icy glaciers and awesome spires define this beautiful region. Thick forests and woods extend to the edge of calm lakes.

Cable cars and quaint cogwheel trains carry tourists along spectacular mountain scenery.

In the Southern areas the climate is pleasanter and similar to the warm Mediterranean weather. You’ll see green meadows, large farms with picturesque flower gardens and can visit busy cities such as Bern and Zurich, where medieval architecture and modern lifestyles combine. Switzerland is famous for its opulent shopping arcades, fashionable stores and friendly cities. The countryside with its stone churches, lovely landscape and forest-clad hills will make your tour of Switzerland quite unforgettable.

Cities Zurich is a stylish city with a beautifully preserved old town, a world famous opera and elegant shops and restaurants. Nestling amidst hills and lakes, with more than 50 museums. Its exquisite cultural events calendar offers a huge variety of productions all year round. The city is a shopper’s paradise; from international fashion labels, jewellery and watches to bookshops and farmer’s markets there is something for everyone! Geneva has a more French feel and is framed by the Alps and situated at Europe’s largest lake, the Lake Geneva. The city is not only the world capital of watch making, but also a city of wonderful lakeside parks, world class cultural events and exhibitions as well as gastronomic delights.

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Bern, Switzerland’s capital offers spectacular views of the surrounding Alps, the old town has some of Europe’s finest medieval architecture.

The Rosengarten provides some of the best views of the Old Town.

Basle has a fine market square with a richly decorated red sandstone Town Hall – art lovers should not miss the Fondation Beyeler, a private collection of modern paintings.

Lakes and Mountains Breathtaking scenery, idyllic lakeside resorts and countless excursion possibilities make the Lake Lucerne region one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Switzerland. Lucerne is a beautiful city and a gateway to central Switzerland. The Kapellbrücke (the Chapel Bridge) is the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe and is the most potent symbol of the city. St Moritz is surrounded by beautiful meadows and offers endless walking opportunities. Montreux is a beautiful town nestling in the bay of Lake Geneva and has been home to many famous people. Zermatt lies at the foot of the Matterhorn Mountain and only allows electric cars in the town which guarantees clean, fresh air. Interlaken sits between two lakes and also in the heart of the Jungfrau region. Great shopping can be found on the Höheweg, a 700m long boulevard. The public transport in Switzerland is exemplary and one ticket can cover all forms of transport. There are a series of Swiss passes available that cover over 20,000 km of rail, bus and boat routes. Please ask for details.

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The thriving Swiss capital Bern is an appealing city full of history.

Its quiet, cobbled lanes, lined with sandstone arcaded buildings straddling the pavement, have changed little over the last five hundred years. The medieval old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and walking these streets really does induce a sense of walking in the past. The medieval Clock Tower and the Gothic Cathedral enhance this illusion. Mix this sense of the past with modern art, lively cafes and great shopping and you have a city that offers something for all. Don’t forget to visit Einstein’s house and the Paul Klee Centre.

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Switzerland’s oldest university city is known as a centre for art, music and architecture. Historic landmarks of the city include the large market square with its richly decorated red sandstone Town Hall and the Romanesque cathedral. The old town offers great shopping with specialist shops featuring Swiss arts and crafts. The Pfalz viewing terrace offers fantastic views over the Rhine.

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Super sleek, slick and cosmopolitan Geneva is a rare breed of a city.

Framed by the alps it is not only the watch capital of the world but also a city of wonderful lakeside parks and world class cultural events. The Jet d’Eau is a famous symbol of the city. Try La Maison Fontaine for a specialist shop – specialising in Swiss army knives and cutlery!

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One of the most famous resorts in the world. It is elegant, chic and exclusive with a cosmopolitan atmosphere. The sun shines for over 300 days a year making walking and hiking a pleasure in the stunning mountains.

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Montreux The world famous resort of Montreux has been an inspiration to writers, artists and musicians for centuries. Many cultural events, like the world-famous Montreux Jazz Festival as well as many excursions into the Lake Geneva region make Montreux an ideal starting point for visiting this beautiful part of Switzerland.

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Interlaken Interlaken lies between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz and overlooked by three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. An ideal holiday for rail buffs. The Schynige Platte is a nostalgic rack railway that leads to great hiking possibilities and wonderful views. Jungfraujoch and Schilthorn offer great mountain experiences. Heimwehfluh – a nostalgia funicular provides transport to the vantage terrace with a restaurant, all-weather toboggan run, model railway display and large playground. For shoppers, don’t miss the 700m long boulevard at Höheweg.

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• Eiffel Tower: One of the most romantic structures on the planet.

The Louvre: Originally a palace but now one of the largest and most visited museums in the world; some of the museum’s most famous works of art are the Mona Lisa and the Venus of Milo.

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• Arc de Triomphe: One of the most iconic monuments in Paris and a must for any visitor to Paris.

• Notre Dame: The Gothic cathedral is located on the Île de la Cité, a small island in the heart of the city.

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Discover the Loire Valley and visit the fabulous Castles of Chambord, Cheverny and Chenonceau with its enchanting gardens.

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Spend a day in the theme park Disneyland Paris and explore five theme lands. Discover the Disney characters and let yourself be transported away by the adventures, discovery and magic.

• Sacre Coeur: Standing on top of the Montmartre Hill, the white basilica offers great views over Paris.

Population: Approx. 2.2 million

Time Difference: +1hr

Dial Code: +33 (France)

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Eurostar Time from London: 2hrs 15min

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Best Western Hotel du Colisée 3*

Why we like it: Its superb location. The famous Champs-Elysees is only a stone’s throw away. Location: Centrally located between the Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe. Features: Bar, lift. Accommodation: 45 recently renovated and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi, tea/coffee making facilities.

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Hotel Relais du Pré 3*

Why we like it: The warm welcome given to all guests. Location: Near a charming square, in the city centre, between Opera, Gare de Nord and Sacre-Coeur. Features: Bar, lift, parking. Accommodation: 34 fully refurbished rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone, safe, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.07 – 28.08.14 (arrival on Sunday or Monday)

All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on a weekend rate for 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include standard class rail travel from London to Paris.

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Places To See Brussels is a city of fine food, café culture, Art Nouveau architecture and the surreal. Constant among all this is the quality of everyday life – the shopping is great, the restaurants fabulous, the chocolate shops sublime and the pub scene extraordinary. Walk through the small alleys and streets and discover the Grand Palace in the heart of the city, which counts among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Brussels Card The Brussels Card offers you free entry to over 32 museums, free use of the public transport and discounts in many shops, restaurants and other attractions. The Card is available for 24, 48 or 72hrs from €24pp and also includes the substantial ‘Brussels Card’ guidebook.

Please purchase your Brussels Card locally.

Brussels: The capital of Belgium and of the European Union

Population: Approx. 1.8 million Time Difference: +1hr

Brussels National Airport: Located about 14km of the city centre.

Things To Do

• Basilica of Koekelberg: The world’s largest Art Deco edifice.

• Palace Royal: Designed in the 18th century the palace is rectangular and perfectly symmetrical. Today it is the office of the king of Belgium.

• Manneken Pis: The famous bronze sculpture of a boy peeing in a fountain; thought to represent the ‘irreverent spirit’ of Brussels.

• Town Hall: One of Belgium’s finest civic buildings looks best by night with the great illumination.

Flight Time from London: 1hr 15min

• Don’t miss the city’s symbol the Atomium! Explore surreal tubes and spheres and walk through the permanent exhibition.

• Discover the 350 models of the most important buildings of the continent in Mini-Europe.

• Go on a hop-on, hop-off bus tour to get a good overview of the city’s most famous sights.

• Enjoy a ride in a horse-drawn carriage. They do circuits of the Lower Town starting from Rue Charles Bulsstraat, near Grand Place.

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Our Hotel Recommendations Renaissance Hotel Brussels 5* Why we like it: The Spa facilities are an ideal way to relax. Location: Near to the EU Parliament – good transport links into Brussels Features: Lift, restaurant, bar, gym, spa area, indoor pool, private parking. Accommodation: 262 modern rooms all with en suite facilities, hairdryer, TV, Wi-Fi, mini-bar, safe, air-conditioning. Wheelchair accessible rooms available. Fred.\ Extra: Welcome Drink

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Suspended in time centuries ago, Bruges is now one of Western Europe’s most-visited medieval cities. Picturesque market squares, dreamy canals and old whitewashed almshouses all evoke a world long since gone. It was a justified motive that prompted UNESCO to include the entire historical city centre on the World Heritage List in 2000.

Bruges City Card Free admission to 23 museums, places of interest and attractions in Bruges, 3-day pass valid for bus and tram travel throughout Flanders for an additional €8, free round trip on the canals, discounts on various activities, museums, parking etc. 48hr: €38pp, 72hr: €43pp.

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• Basilica of the Holy Blood: The wonderful Gothic church hosts a relic – a vial of blood that is said to be that of Jesus.

• Onze Lieve Vrouwkerk: Another beautiful church, which features architecture from Romanesque and Gothic periods. The church also hosts the famous ‘Madonna with child’ sculpture by Michelangelo.

• Diamond Museum: This museum illustrates the history of Bruges as the oldest diamond centre in Europe. Today, diamond remains one of Belgium’s most important export products. The daily demonstration of diamond cutting is a sparkling affair.

• Spend a morning at the famous Vismarkt. Dating back to 1821, Bruges’ bustling fish market sells fresh fish every morning from Tuesday to Saturday.

• Experience the city by following an age-old tradition. Cruising Bruges’ canals, you will discover secret gardens and picturesque bridges.

• Visit the Brewery De Halve Maan, the city’s last working brewery. Their house brew is Brugse Zot, a spirited top-fermented beer made from malt, hops and special yeast. This deliciously refreshing beer can be tasted on the premises.

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Bruges: Capital and largest city of the province of West Flanders

Population: Approx. 117,224 Country/State: Belgium/Flemish Region

Brussels Airport: 106km from the city centre, transfer time about 1hr.

Flight Time from London: 1hr 15min

Nearest Railway Station: Brugge Railway Station

From London to Bruges by Eurostar: Approx. 3hrs 35min

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Novotel Bruges Centrum 3* Why we like it: The hotel is set in a quiet square in the green area of town, it provides a sophisticated interior and a refined atmosphere for your stay. Features: Lift, restaurant, bar, terrace, outdoor pool, playground, parking. Accommodation: 126 comfortable rooms all with en suite facilities, hairdryer, TV, Wi-Fi, safe. Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 01.06 – 27.07.14 – arrive Sunday, Monday, Tuesday

Hotel De ’Medici 4* Why we like it: Its location at the side of one of the most beautiful canals of Bruges Features: Lift, restaurant, bar, garden, wellness centre, fitness, parking.

Accommodation: 101 rooms all feature en suite facilities, hairdryer, flat-screen TV, W-LAN, minibar, safe, air-conditioning. Fred.\ Special: 3 for 2 nights 01.04 – 31.10.14

All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on a weekend rate for 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include rail travel from London to Bruges.

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Prague Zoo: Located in the picturesque environment of the Troja Basin, the zoo is open all year round and definitely worth a visit.

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• Visit the Karlstejn Castle and its picturesque setting in dense forests. Take the train from Prague (Smichov) which takes about 45min. The castle lies within a 30min walk from Karl stejn station.

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Bellevue Restaurant: Excellent Michelin recommended restaurant, offering fabulous cuisine and a fantastic view of Prague Castle and the Charles Bridge. The Jazz- brunch break fast on Sunday comes highly recommended.

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Prague: Capital of the Czech Republic

Population: Approx. 1.2 million

Dial Code: +420 (Czech Republic)

Currency: Czech Republic (CZK)

Time Difference: +1hr

Ruzyne-Prague Airport: Around 10 miles north of the city centre.

Flight Time: 2hrs

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K+K Hotel Fenix 4*

Why we like it: The friendly staff that go the extra mile to make your holiday memorable.

Location: Close to central railway station and in walking distance to main sights such as the Charles Bridge. Features: Restaurant, Bistro, Bar, fitness room, sauna and lift.

Accommodation: 80 air conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, TV, minibar ,safe.

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Chopin Hotel 3*

Why we like it: With its superb location it is the perfect starting point to explore the city.

Location: Centrally located near all important historical sights and the shopping area.

Features: Restaurant, Bar, Lift and parking. Accommodation: 80 air conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, TV, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities.

Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 27.06 – 31.08.14

All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on a weekend rate for 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Prague.

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Accommodation: 415 luxurious and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.07 – 21.07.14, 28.07 – 28.08.14 Fred.\ Extra: Hydro massage for stays of 3 nights plus

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Gödöllö Castle, 32km north-east of Budapest is a beautifully restored Royal Palace and was the favourite residence of the former Habsburg Queen Elisabeth.

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Szechenyi: Built in 1909 in the present-day City Park, this is the largest spa in Europe, and prossibly the nicest in Budapest. A vast bath complex amidst beautiful architecture, it contains 3 outdoor pools including a large lap pool, at least 3 sauna rooms, and several indoor pools at different temperatures.

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Gellert: This bath located in an Art Nouveau building mellowed by age has been open to visitors since 1918. The original Art Nouveau furniture, colourful mosaics, marble towers, stained-glass windows and statues are an artistic experience in their own right.

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There are many caves and cellars in Budapest and some are open to the public. The Castle cave was used as a battle station and a storage facility during World War 2.

Budapest: Capital of Hungary Population: Approx. 1.7 million Country/State: Hungary/Budapest Time Difference: +1hr Dial Code: +36 (Hungary) Currency: Hungarian Forint HUF Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport: 20km south-eastern of the city centre, about 30min by train.

Flight Time from London: 2hrs 25min

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K+K Hotel Opera 4*

Why we like it: The superb location in the heart of the city. Location: Next to the State Opera House. The shopping area and many famous sights are within walking distance.

Features: Bistro, bar, café, lift, fitness area, sauna, parking. Accommodation: 205 stylish and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, Wi-Fi, tea/coffee making facilities in room. Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.04 – 27.04.13 / 01.07 – 21.07.13 / 27.08 – 28.09.13

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Best Western Hotel Orion 3*

Why we like it: The intimate atmosphere offering a warm welcome. Location: Close to the Danube riverbank and the Elisabeth Bridge. Features: Bar, lift, safety deposit box, fitness area, sauna. Accommodation: 30 cosy and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, TV, Wi-Fi. Fred.\ Special: 4 for 3 nights 01.04 – 21.07.14, 29.07 – 31.10.14 Why not upgrade to Business Class from Economy?

Please ask us for details.

All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on a weekend rate for 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Budapest.

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Krakow

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Krakow, Cracow or Cracovia – the city goes by many names but the magic and excitement remain the same. As the royal capital for 500 years, Krakow was able to absorb much history and talent over the centuries and is today a treasure trove of Gothic and Renaissance architecture. On the streets, visitors will find legendary beer cellars, vibrant cafes, pubs and restaurants – everything you need to escape from everyday life.

Krakow Tourist Card 2 or 3 day card entitles the holder to free rides on city buses and trams and free admittance to 30 museums in Krakow. Price from PLN 50 for 2 days. Please purchase your Krakow Tourist Card locally.

Places To See

Things To Do

• Old Town: A UNESCO listed World Heritage Site with the spectacular Main Market Square (Rynek Glowny), Royal Castle and magnificent churches.

• Take a walk in one of Krakow’s most vibrant districts, the Jewish Quarter (Kazimierz), and discover the heritage and history of the Jewish community in the city.

• Wawel Castle: Not only Krakow’s most famous attraction but also one of Europe’s most beautiful royal residences.

• Walk the entire Royal Way, from St. Florian’s Gate, down Florianska, across the Rynek Glowny, down Grodzka to the Wawel castle.

• St.Mary’s Church (Kosciol Mariacki): Has traditionally been the temple of choice of the citizens.

It also seems to be the most famous of all Poland’s churches.

• Early on Sunday, go shopping at the open air flea markets at Plac Nowy and Hala Targowa.

• Auschwitz is an hour away from Krakow and a poignant reminder of the past.

Where To Eat & Drink • Starka Restaurant: Fine food, fantastic wine and friendly staff. The interior of the restaurant has been superbly furnished with a fine collection of art and furniture.

• Try the Bar Mleczny (Milk Bars) for decent food at low prices.

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Population: Approx. 756,267

Time Difference: +1hr

Dial Code: +48 (Poland)

Currency: Zloty PLN

International Airport Krakow-Balice: 11km or 15min drive from the city centre.

Flight Time from London: 2hrs 25min

Our Hotel Recommendations

Sheraton Krakow 5* Why we like it: The impressive atrium with a glass roof. Location: On the banks of the Vistula river near the famous Wawel Royal Castle. Features: Rooftop restaurant, bar, café, lift, fitness area, indoor pool, sauna, parking. Accommodation: 232 spacious and air-conditioned rooms with en suite facilities, satellite TV, minibar, safe, Wi Fi, tea/coffee making facilities. Why not upgrade to Business Class from economy? Please ask us for details.

Radisson Blu Hotel 5* Why we like it: High quality hotel in a great location Location: Centrally located within walking distance of the historic marketplace and Wawel castle. Features: Restaurants, bar, fitness room, sauna, lift, garage. Accommodation: 196 air conditioned rooms, telephone, TV, mini bar, safe, tea/coffee making facilities. Fred.\ Extra: Welcome drink making facilities. Why not upgrade to Business Class from economy?

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Places To See Welcome to Warsaw – Poland’s capital! During World War II the city was reduced to rubble, nonetheless it was brought back to life and continues to flourish. Its bar, clubbing and music scene is unmatched in the country, and its yearly calendar is filled with theatre productions, operas and art-house film premieres. If culture is your thing, then Warsaw is your place.

Warsaw Tourist Card The Card offers a public transportation ticket and free or discounted admission to museums, galleries, hotels, clubs, theatres, restaurants and many others.

Please purchase your Warsaw Tourist Card locally.

Population: Approx. 1.7 million

Currency: Zloty PLN

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• Old Town: Historic centre and oldest part of the city, the Old Town is also a living, breathing cultural salon. Founded in the 13th century as the prince’s castle, it is surrounded by walls.

• Museum Palace at Wilanów: One of the most precious monuments of Polish Baroque built for King Jan III Sobieski.

• National Museum: Contains a rich collection of exhibits from antiquity to modern times. The building originates from the inter-war period.

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• Stroll through Warsaw’s Royal Route to the Belvedere and admire numerous palaces, churches, galleries, art shops, cafes and other buildings of historic and artistic importance.

• Visit the birthplace and a museum of Maria Sklodowska Curie, the most famous female scientist, who has twice received the Nobel prize.

• Take a walk in the footsteps of the great composer and Warsaw’s best-known resident, Fryderyk Chopin.

10km from the city centre, bus goes every 10 min.

Flight Time from London: 2hrs 20min

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Sofitel Victoria Warsaw 5* Why we like it: Le Bar lets you savour Polish cuisine and local Polish vodka.

Location: Overlooking Pilsudski Square in reach of all main attractions.

Features: Restaurants, bar, fitness centre, pool, massage, casino. Accomodation: 343 comfortable air conditioned rooms, telephone, TV, minibar, safe, tea/coffee making facilities. Fred.\ Extra: Welcome drink

Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel 4* Why we like it: The breakfast is filling and offers a great choice. Location: Located in the business area within easy reach of the city centre, 1km from the railway station.

Features: Restaurants, bar, fitness room, sauna, whirlpool, massage, hairdresser, lift, garage. Accommodation: 435 renovated air conditioned rooms, telephone, TV, minibar, safe.

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All prices are guide prices in £ per person based on a weekend rate for 2 adults sharing a standard room with breakfast. They include flights from London to Warsaw.

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European City Breaks

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We have access to over 20,000 hotels in Europe and are able to offer other towns and cities in Europe. If the destination you are interested in is not in the brochure we are happy to work out a price for you.

There are many other cities in Europe that offer great holidays for history lovers, shopping aficionados and for general life observers – we offer a selection over the next two pages.

We can pre-book your transfers and offer excursions within or from these cities. Please ask for details.

Venice One of the most romantic city breaks destinations in the world. Basking in the glory of Grand Canal Palaces, it isn’t difficult to see why Venice has continued to draw artists, poets and travellers for centuries. Over 150 canals and 3,000 alleyways are there to explore in this UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.

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Rome Rome exudes a romantic glamour that draws visitors to more than just the ancient ruins and other tourist sites. The spirited city harbours lost empires and boasts magnificent architecture surrounded by animated everyday-life with people chatting away, priests strolling through the streets and many tempting restaurants. For the lovers of ancient ruins the Roman Forum, the Colosseum and the Pantheon are a must. Add to this the Vatican, the Trevi Fountain, the Villa Borghese and you can see why the city is so appealing!

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A city of Renaissance art and architecture set amidst a beautiful landscape. The list of art treasures is endless and no visit would be complete without a visit to the Uffizi Gallery.

The Ponte Vecchio is the oldest bridge in the city and a great place to watch the street entertainers and to see the Arno which defines the city. The Boboli Gardens offer wonderful walks through Italian style gardens with impressive sculptures and great views of the city. A day trip to Pisa is a must.

A 700 year old city defined by being spread over 14 islands.

The water is so pure that you can swim or catch salmon in the middle of the city. Stockholm attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique mix of natural beauty, cultural heritage and modern international urban culture. Highlights of the city include the Royal Palace which has over 600 rooms, the changing of the guard is a daily tradition and Djurgården which is home to the popular gardens.

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Walking on the walls around the old town gives you great views of the city and how history shaped this great city. Within the city walls are many forts which are worth a visit. The Franciscan Monastery has a Romanesque cloister and also the oldest pharmacy in the world. If you want to escape the beaches then visit Lokrum island and the wonderful Botanical gardens.

An attractive sea town distinguished by the harbour and the many islands. It maintains the illusion of an international city with a small town feel. It is at its best in the summer when café culture takes over and the city can be explored to its fullest. The Uspenski Cathedral is a classic onion-domed Russian church and set on top of a hill. The Lutherian Helsinki Cathedral is possible the most well-known image of Helsinki.

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Your Holiday Includes 7 night cruise from Passau – Budapest – Passau onboard the DERTOUR Mozart.

• Return flights from London to Munich and coach transfers to/from ship, private transfers on request. Supplement applies • 7 night cruise at the booked cabin category

This river cruise takes you through four of Europe’s most captivating countries.

Enjoy the famous capitals of Bratislava and Vienna. Visit Budapest, the beautiful ‘Queen of the Danube’ and pass some amazing landscapes like the lovely Wachau region, the Hungarian plains and the Balkan mountains. The diversity of the landscape, the different cultures, the idyllic locations and the

• Full board (5 meals per day: breakfast-buffet, 4-course lunch, afternoon tea or coffee and pastry, 4-course dinner, midnight snack) featuring regional specialities and including Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner and Captains’s Farewell Dinner

urban development of the grand metropolises are best discovered during a

• 1 bottle of complimentary sparkling water in cabin on arrival

cruise.

• Daily entertainment programme • All taxes along the route

Your Itinerary Day 1 - Passau Arrive in Munich and transfer to the ship in Passau. The MS MOZART embarkation begins at 16:00 and is soon followed by the Captain’s Welcome Reception where there is ample opportunity to mingle and get to know one’s fellow guests before sailing towards Upper Austria and the marvels of the Wachau Valley.

The welcome dinner is a chance to enjoy the first of many fantastic dinners all prepared using fresh, local ingredients.

Day 2 - Krems Today, join your included excursion, which starts after breakfast with a transfer to Dürnstein.

Walk through the cobblestone streets of the most famous village of Wachau Valley. You will get to know the Wachau wines during a wine tasting in Dürnstein before driving to the Abbey of Göttweig, perched high on a hill overlooking the Danube. Visit the Abbey and transfer back to the ship.

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Day 3 - Esztergom/Budapest Today provides you with the option to either remain onboard and continue cruising to Budapest or to disembark in Esztergom for our optional excursion to visit the Danube shore side. Esztergom, the ancient residence of Hungarian kings and the seat of the archbishop, is one of the highlights of this excursion. After visiting the Basilica, the largest church in Hungary, drive along the Danube to the ruins of Visegrad, where you have a wonderful view over the Danube Bend. The next stop is the artist village of Szentendre.

After a tour of this picturesque place the bus heads for Budapest when you will re-join the ship.

After lunch, join our included City tour of Budapest. A city known as the “Queen of the Danube”, is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The Danube flows through the heart of the city and divides it into the cities of Buda and Pest. The tour takes you first through the Pest side, past splendid baroque buildings, the City Hall, the Parliament, to Heroes Square with monuments of many Hungarian kings and the famous Chain Bridge. Next are the hills of Buda Castle, where you visit the Matthias Church and the Fishermen’s Bastion returning to the ship mid-afternoon.

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• Quietvox tour audio system for the shore excursions • Drinks package - wine, beer, soft drinks, mineral water, fruit juice for lunch and dinner • Five excursions

Travel Dates In 2014

Season A

17 April 2014

Season B

21 August, 28 August, 09 October 2014

Season C

08 May, 15 May, 22 May, 29 May, 05 June, 26 June, 10 July, 24 July, 04 September, 11 September, 18 September, 25 September, 02 October 2014

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Day 4 - Budapest Morning sees an optional visit to the Parliament Buildings, St Stephen’s Basilica and the Market Hall in Budapest. In the afternoon there is an optional visit to a Hungarian Csarda accompanied by traditional musical renditions and folklore. As the MS MOZART slips her mooring in Budapest at supper time, see the wonderful silhouetted buildings that line the waterfront. Sail during the night.

Day 5 - Bratislava The morning is at leisure as the MS MOZART meanders her way towards the Slovakian capital, Bratislava. In the afternoon an included visit is arranged to see the St Martin’s Cathedral, the Grassalkovich Palace and Castle Hill with its wonderful views over the surrounding countryside. It is a must of any visit to Bratislava to partake in a little (famous) beer tasting which is also on offer following supper.

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This morning enjoy our included city tour in Vienna. During the tour you get an overall impression of a large part of the main attractions of this venerable Danube metropolis. The trip along the ring road passes many magnificent buildings – the State Opera, Parliament, Burgtheatre, City Hall, the university and Votive Church – into the heart of the city to St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

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In the evening you have a choice to join two optional excursions. The first one ‘Vienna by night’ takes you through the Vienna woods to the Kahlenberg.

Enjoy the view over the vineyards and the town before visiting the traditional wine village of Grinzing. Visit of a typical “Heurigen-Pub” and enjoy two “Vierterln” wines, typical spreads and tavern music and learn about the Viennese “Gemütlichkeit”. The second optional excursion is “Vienna Hofburg Orchestra”. Transfer from the ship to the Vienna Hofburg Orchestra – where 40 musicians and international soloists from all the major orchestras of Vienna associations await you. The programme consists of the most famous melodies of waltz and operetta music by “Waltz King” Johann Strauss and opera arias

by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Venues include the magnificent halls of the Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Konzerthaus and the Musikverein. After the concert you return to the ship.

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Day 7 - Melk This morning join our included excursion to Melk where you will visit the Melk Abbey which has been the spiritual and cultural centre of the country for over 1000 years. The Benedictine Abbey was founded in 1089. During the tour you will visit many different rooms including the library and enjoy the magnificent views from the terrace.

Return to the ship in time for lunch.

Day 8 - Passau After breakfast disembark for your transfer to the airport.

Don Giovanni Deck Cabin Types 2-berth cabin sofa beds - inside 2-berth cabin sofa beds - outside

Tamino Deck

Double - Twin beds or Queen size bed Suite All cabins on Tamino Deck have a French Balcony.

Dorabella Deck

All 2-berth and Double cabins are approximately 215 sq ft.

Suites are a generous 430 sq ft.

Included features: Voyage according to the day by day itinerary, all taxes & port dues, meals appropriate to the itinerary, complimentary

Passau – Budapest – Passau bottle of mineral water in State Cabin, welcome reception, farewell reception, daily on board entertainment, travel 8 days / 7 nights complimentary

guide, audio commentary system and the services of an experienced Voyage Director.

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Shore Excursions • Wachau Valley • City Tour of Vienna • City Tour of Budapest • City Tour of Bratislava • Visit to Melk Abbey

Operated by DERTOUR

Built: 1987 Renovated: 2010 Length: 395 ft Width: 74 ft Crew: Approx. 50 Passengers: Max. 206 Decks: 4 Languages: English, German On board facilities: Dining room restaurant, lounge and bar, sundeck, souvenir shop, hairdresser, library, fitness equipment on deck, spa: indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool,massage. Laundry service.

Doctor on board.

Cabins

103 cabins (all 250 sq ft and 2 Suites 430 sq ft): built in wardrobe space, colour TV, telephone, audio entertainment centre, mini-bar, dressing table, sofa, coffee table, large bathrooms (shower/WC, hairdryer and bathrobes), safety deposit box and European-style twin or queen-size beds. All cabins have large picture windows.

Not included: Transportation to and from the vessel, travel insurance, gratuities and any other on board expenditure.

Dorabella

2-berth inside – 2 sofa beds £1559

£1659 £1759 £1979 £2109 2-berth facilities, – 2 sofahair-dryer, beds £1829 £1929 AllDorabella cabins come with en-suite bathrobes, individually controlled£1729 air-conditioning/heating, internal Dorabella sofa Each bedsdouble single cabin occupancy* £2069 £2199 £2329 telephone, satellite TV,2-berth mini-barwith and2WIFI. comprises of two separate beds which on request can be arranged to create one queen–sized bed.size Suites have the addition of living space. On the Tamino£2009 Deck, cabins also provide Dorabella double Queen beds £1909 £2109 forDorabella a ‘French’ balcony double whereas–the cabins on beds the Dorabella Deck have smaller sealed windows. The extensive£2569 public areas Queen size single occupancy* £2299 £2439 include a delightful restaurant a number of bars all with panoramic windows and a comprehensive Centre Tamino 2-berth and – 2 sofa beds £2029 £2129 Wellness £2229 including Onboard currency is Euros whilst most credit £2609 cards are accepted American Tamino a Spa and Swimming 2-berth – pool.

2 sofa beds single occupancy* £2749 including £2889 Express, and MasterCard.

Tamino Diners, Visa double – Queen size beds £2249 £2359 £2459 Tamino double – Queen size beds single occupancy* £2919 £3059 £3199 Tamino Suite – double occupancy £2959 £3059 £3159 Tamino Your river Suitecruise – triple occupancy £2659 £2759 £2859 Fred.\ experts www.fredrivercruises.co.uk Dorabella Ship’s amenities:2-berth inside – 2 sofa beds single occupancy* £1849

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Brandenburg Gate Berlin

This trip brings you the best of three most important cities in modern times.

Berlin is at the centre of modern Europe, a city radiating history and crucial to most of the major social, economical and political changes of the last one hundred years. Your three night stay enables you to discover the many wonderful things on offer from architectural highlights like the modern glassdomed Reichstag, historical highlights such as the Brandenburg Gate and cultural highlights with a selection of grand opera, musical recitals and cabarets. Prague is full of baroque domes, gothic castles, renaissance palaces, buildings with Art Nouveau façades and winding cobbled streets.

Vienna, Austria’s splendid capital, offers great music and impressive buildings from the Habsburg Empire. These three cities are combined with stopovers in Munich and Cologne, which also offer an abundance of historical monuments, fantastic architecture and an impressive array of local cuisine.

Your Itinerary Day 1 - London to Berlin Travel from London to Berlin via Cologne.

You will see the impressive Gothic Cathedral towering over Cologne station.

Day 2 & 3 - Berlin Berlin is a city of culture and history, with an abundance of things to see and do. The legendary Brandenburg Gate and the glassdomed Reichstag are highly recommended as well as contemporary attractions like the bustling Potsdamer Platz. Berlin’s long history especially the time between the tragic era of National Socialism to the post-war divide is present in the memory and etched into the cityscape.

For those keen to spend a few Euros, Berlin is a shopping paradise. KaDeWe, the biggest department store of continental Europe, and the new designer boutiques in Friedrichsstraße are well worth a visit. The gastronomic choices for eating out in Berlin are endless; from the typical ‘Currywurst’ (sausage) to fine dining, Berlin offers something for every taste.

Day 4 - Berlin to Prague Depart for the Czech Republic and its glorious capital city Prague and enjoy the beautiful Eastern European landscapes on your way.

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Berlin: Learn about Berlin’s history and see the exhibition Story of Berlin, visit the remains of the Berlin Wall or go to the Jewish Museum to get an insight into Jewish life in Germany.

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Prague: Stroll over Charles Bridge, Prague’s famous Gothic bridge and visit the large monumental complex of Prague Castle with a history dating back more than 1,000 years.

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Vienna: Enjoy sightseeing in a ‘Fiaker’ horse carriage ride and marvel at the extraordinary Hundertwasser House, a very special monument the architect has dedicated to himself.

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Munich: Stroll through the English Garden, a green oasis in the middle of the city, and enjoy traditional Bavarian specialities like ‘Weißwurst’ (white sausage) with a ‘Maß’ (a one litre mug of beer) in one of Munich’s many idyllic beer gardens.

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Cologne: Visit the Chocolate Museum and enjoy a free taster at the chocolate fountain.

Take in the breathtaking scale of Cologne’s Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 5 - Prague Explore the romantic city of Prague, also known as ‘Golden Prague’, a glittering jewel of art and architecture. From the water of the River Vltava, the city’s backbone, admire its most important sites and marvel at the medieval quarters on both banks of the river. Stroll over the famous historic bridges, visit the magnificent cathedrals and monuments, enjoy a concert or a tasty meal in one of the excellent restaurants.

Do not miss the opportunity to snap up a few bargains, as brand name goods are somewhat cheaper in Prague than in many other European destinations.

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Rail travel (2nd class): London - Berlin - Prague - Vienna - Munich - Cologne - London Seat reservations where possible 3 Nights in the NH Berlin Mitte 2 Nights in the K + K Fenix, Prague 2 Nights in the Hotel Graben, Vienna 1 Night in the Maritim Hotel, Munich 1 Night in the Tryp by Wyndham Köln City Centre All hotels on a Bed & Breakfast basis

Additional nights are available – Please ask for details.

Possible Excursions Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna

Day 6 - Prague to Vienna

Day 8 - Vienna to Munich

Continue your journey on to Austria, where you will spend two nights in the capital, Vienna. The inspiring attractions and beautiful UNESCO World Heritage listed old town make Vienna a perfect city break at any time of the year. Once the seat of the Habsburg Empire, Austria’s capital retains an ambience of imperial elegance and boasts some of Europe’s most impressive royal buildings.

You will travel back to Germany to your next stop, the Bavarian capital of Munich. The city is brimming with exciting attractions, cultural sights, glorious historical architecture, great shopping opportunities and tranquil parks.

Relax in one of the many beer gardens, enjoy tasty Bavarian specialities and, of course, no visit to Munich would be complete without a ‘Maß’ of beer!

Day 7 - Vienna

Day 9 - Munich to Cologne

Follow in the footsteps of the Habsburgs and visit the stunning Baroque Palaces of Schönbrunn and Belvedere. Stroll along the Ring Boulevard, surrounding the Imperial Palace. Experience the glory of the Old Empire at St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Spanish Riding School.

Your journey continues on to vibrant Cologne, one of Germany’s oldest cities, famous for its historic gems and vivacious carnival celebrations. From bustling bars and restaurants to peaceful gardens and museums, Cologne is a colourful city with a lively atmosphere.

Day 10 - Cologne to London Return journey back to London.

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From Berlin: Go on a day trip to nearby Potsdam and visit the beautiful Sanssouci Palace modelled on the Palace of Versailles.

• From Prague: Visit one of the Czech’s most famous glass factories in Nizbor.

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From Vienna: With the Twin City Liner on the River Danube, you can visit the Slovakian capital of Bratislava in just 75min.

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From the towering glaciers of the mountains down to the palm-shaded towns of sunny Italy, the highest mountain railway of the Alps, the Bernina Express, connects the Swiss region of Graubunden with Tirano in the Italian Veltlin. This spectacular railway line co-exists in perfect harmony with its majestic mountain setting. The wonders of nature and the cultural achievement of mankind are combined in one of the best ways to experience the Alps. Running along 122km, passing through 55 tunnels and crossing 196 bridges and viaducts, the Bernina Express line is a masterpiece of engineering skill. It is little wonder that its unity with the surrounding landscape was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008.

Your Itinerary Day 1 - Zurich Flight from London to Zurich and onward rail journey to Davos.

Day 2 & 3 - Davos The famous Alpine resort of Davos is both a natural paradise and a cosmopolitan holiday town. The area around Davos is superb walking country and the many mountain railways which travel to the top of the surrounding peaks make Davos a fantastic destination for lovers of the great outdoors.

All guests staying at least one night in Davos are entitled to the ‘Davos Klosters Pass’ for unlimited travel on local mountain railways and a selection of bus and train routes.

Day 3 - Tirano Journey aboard the Bernina Express from Davos to Tirano and Tirano to St. Moritz Experience one of the most scenic train journeys in the world. After a two hour stay in the Italian town of Tirano, you will embark the train again, which gives you the chance to take in the breathtaking views from another perspective.

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stay in this part of the Alps and enjoy the mild climate and southern atmosphere, there is a coach awaiting you at the station in Tirano, taking you within 3 hours to Lugano in sunny Ticino. Daily departure, coordinated with the Bernina Express.

Day 4 & 5 - St. Moritz The world famous resort of St. Moritz is situated at the heart of the Upper Engadin lake district close to the Italian border. With its legendary mild climate, breathtaking landscapes, countless walking and cycling paths and a great selection of shops, bars and restaurants, St. Moritz attracts visitors from all over the world.

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Davos to Tirano – 3hrs 40min

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Tirano to St. Moritz – 2hrs 20min

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Services run daily in both directions.

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1st class and 2nd class both with panoramic coaches.

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Meals: Food and drinks available onboard.

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Seat reservation mandatory.

Be sure to have valid entry documents for Italy since you will leave and re-enter Switzerland.

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Zurich Airport - Davos - St. Moritz - Zurich Airport

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2nd class return rail ticket for the Bernina Express including seat reservations

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2 Nights in the Hotel Seehof in Davos

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2 Nights in the Hotel Hauser in St. Moritz

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All hotels on a Bed & Breakfast basis

All guests staying a minimum of two nights in St. Moritz are entitled to the ‘Engadin Inclusive Pass’, allowing you free, unlimited travel on local trains, buses and local mountain railways and cable cars (not valid on arrival and departure day, only in summer season).

Additional nights are available. Please call 0808 159 5256 for more details.

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This attractive route with breathtaking panoramic views takes you from Central Switzerland to Lake Geneva. Your journey starts in the historic Lucerne region on to the beautiful Alpine Scenery of the Bernese Oberland. Past green meadows, crystal clear lakes and typical chalet style mountain villages you will reach the famous holiday resort of Gstaad. From here, you travel over the ’Golden Pass’ before the journey takes you down to the idyllic shores of Lake Geneva with its beautiful terraced vineyards.

Your Itinerary Day 1 - Zurich Flight from London to Zurich and onward journey to Lucerne by train.

Day 2 - Lucerne The beautiful city of Lucerne offers a stunning lakeside location and mountain scenery with a diverse choice of attractions and activities.

Its famous landmark, the medieval Chapel Bridge, is considered to be one of the oldest covered wooden bridges in Europe. Lucerne’s medieval Old Town, a cobble stoned pedestrian zone, offers great shopping as well as many restaurants and bars. Walk through Lucerne’s small alleyways and squares, dominated by historical buildings, fountains and churches.

Day 3 - Interlaken First part of the GoldenPass Line Lucerne to Interlaken. After leaving Lucerne in the morning, the train takes you past several lakes before climbing up the high pastures of the Brünig Pass. While descending, you will pass mountain villages and travel along Lake Brienz before arriving at your next stop Interlaken, the gateway to the Bernese Oberland. Spend the day in this popular resort with the snow-capped peaks of the Jungfrau, Mönch and Eiger mountains serving as a perfect backdrop.

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Day 4 - Zweisimmen & Montreux Second part of the GoldenPass Line Interlaken - Zweisimmen - Montreux. After leaving Interlaken, the train line runs along Lake Thun before heading into the mountains. After passing through a narrow gorge, the journey continues through the Simmen Valley. The train stops in Zweisimmen where you will need to change trains. After a short stop, you will head towards the chalet-style village of Gstaad, a popular resort for the rich and famous. The train continues to Saanen and Chateau-d’Oeux before descending through a tunnel. Shortly after emerging from the tunnel, the fabulous view opens onto Lake Geneva before arriving at your final destination Montreux.

Day 5 - Geneva Rail transfer from Montreux to Geneva Airport.

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Total journey time: 5hrs 30min. Services run daily and frequently in both directions.

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Panorama coaches and dining options: Lucerne - Interlaken - Panorama coaches in 1st class, dining car.

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Interlaken-Zweisimmen: Salon coaches (furnished sofas and chairs) 1st class, railbar.

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Zweisimmen-Montreux: Panorama coaches in 1st and 2nd class, VIP front seats, railbar (Seat reservations are highly recommended).

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Glacier Express

Experience the unique landscape of the Swiss Alps on this spectacular train journey between elegant St. Moritz or Europe’s highest town Davos to ‘the Matterhorn village’ of Zermatt. Over seven hours, the Glacier Express offers you unforgettable vistas from gentle valleys and snow-capped mountains, thundering mountain rivers and rugged cliffs to charming villages. The panoramic coaches of the train are winding their way across high mountain passes and breathtaking viaducts, through deep tunnels and narrow gorges, passing over 291 bridges.

You can embark on your scenic journey in St. Moritz in the spectacular Upper Engadin landscape or in the picturesque area around Davos. The journey continues on the spectacular Albula line, a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site, which rises more than 400m in just 5km. Crossing majestic viaducts, through romantic gorges, past fortresses and castles, the train arrives at Chur, the lowest point of the journey. After leaving the green valley landscapes behind you, the train takes you through the lofty heights and massive cliffs of the Rhine Gorge. Soon after this unique canyon, the train has to rely on cogwheel mechanism to overcome the steep gradients.

You can resume your journey as soon as the state-of-the-art cogwheel locomotive has been attached.

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The Glacier Express sets off for the highest point of the journey, the Oberalppass at 2,033m.

After a steep, winding descent in breathtaking Alpine scenery, the train takes you through the Furka mountain tunnel, where you will emerge into broad daylight again after 20 minutes. The train then smoothly winds its way down through the charming Rhone Valley, passing the typical wooden houses of the region and deep larch tree forests. One of the highlights is the 270˚ loop tunnel, through which the train spirals down into the valley.

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St. Moritz: Swiss National Park – The only way to explore the Swiss National Park is on foot. 21 routes lead through the reserve, offering the chance to experience the rich flora and fauna, some 30 species of mammal and more than 100 bird species. Shopping – St. Moritz offers a great variety of shopping opportunities. From international designer boutiques, regional specialities to local souvenirs, all can be found in a very compact area.

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Davos: Hiking – The landscape around Davos and its beautiful meadows, woods, pastures and mountains is accessible by 700km of signed and well maintained hiking trails. Alpinum Schatzalp – This Botanical Garden above Davos with 10,000 different plants of about 2,000 different species from all over the world as well as a medical herbs garden.

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Zermatt: Summer Skiing – Enjoy 20km of piste on Zermatt’s glacier with the Matterhorn always in sight. With 365 days of snow, skiing is possible all-year-round.

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Cheese making – Get to know Zermatt from its original side by visiting a local Alpine dairy, where you can learn about the various cheese making processes.

For the final ascents the Glacier Express relies again on its cogwheel mechanism to haul the carriages up the steep slopes. Your journey ends in the legendary mountain resort of Zermatt with its world-famous landmark, the majestic Matterhorn.

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Your Itinerary Day 1 - Zurich Flight from London to Zurich and onward rail journey to Davos or St. Moritz.

Day 2 & 3 - St. Moritz or Davos The world famous resort of St. Moritz is situated at the heart of the Upper Engadin lake district close to the Italian border. Famous for its mild climate and breathtaking landscapes, countless walking and cycling paths and a great selection of shops, bars and restaurants, St. Moritz attracts visitors from all over the world.

All guests staying a minimum of two nights in St. Moritz are entitled to the ‘Engadin Inclusive Pass’, allowing you free and unlimited travel on local trains, buses, local mountain railways and cable cars (not valid on arrival and departure day, only in summer season).

The famous Alpine resort of Davos is both a natural paradise and a cosmopolitan holiday town. The area around Davos is superb walking country and the many mountain railways that climb to the top of the surrounding peaks make Davos a fantastic destination for lovers of the great outdoors.

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All guests staying at least one night in Davos are entitled to the ‘Davos Klosters Pass’ for unlimited travel on local mountain railways and a selection of bus and train routes.

• Total journey time: 7hrs 30min.

Services run daily four times in both directions.

• 1st class and 2nd class both with panoramic carriages. Air-conditioning in all carriages.

• Explanation of routes over headphones in English.

Day 4 - Zermatt

• Meals: Food will be served either at your seat or in the dining car.

Journey aboard the Glacier Express from St.Moritz or Davos to Zermatt.

• Seat reservation mandatory: Seat reservation can be made three months in advance at the earliest.

Day 5 & 6 - Zermatt On the Italian border in the west of Switzerland lies Zermatt, the lively village at the foot of the Matterhorn, one of the most famous mountains in the world. With 300 sunny days a year, Zermatt enjoys less rain than any other destination in Switzerland. Electric vehicles and horse-drawn carriages are the principal means of transportation, adding even more to the original charm of Zermatt. Walking, cycling, and climbing as well as high-Alpine tours are popular activities in summer and autumn.

Your Package Includes

Day 7 - Geneva

• 3 Nights in the Hotel Mirabeau in Zermatt

Rail transfer from Zermatt to Geneva Airport.

• Air Travel from London Heathrow: Zurich/Geneva with Swissair • Rail transfers (2nd class): Zurich Airport - Davos/St. Moritz Zermatt Geneva Airport • 2nd class single rail ticket for the Glacier Express including seat reservation • 3 Nights in the Arabella Sheraton Hotel Seehof in Davos.

• All hotels on a Bed and Breakfast basis

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Cultural

This attractive route takes you through the Harz Mountains which rise picturesquely above the North German Plain, covering a 100km long and 300km wide area at the junction of Saxony-Anhalt, Thuringia and Lower Saxony. Your rail holiday starts in the garden city of Hanover, where you will spend two nights. Travel on to the charming medieval town of Wernigerode in the Harz Mountains, and enjoy a three day stay to explore the wonderful Harz region. The last stop on your journey will be in the Rhine city of Cologne.

Your Itinerary Day 1 - London to Hanover The Harz Mountains rail holidays begin with a trip to Hanover, the state capital of Lower Saxony. Hanover offers a wide range of attractions and places of interest. The city’s cultural side boasts various museums, theatres and art galleries. The beautiful Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen - a jewel of Baroque garden architecture - are a must see.

From the lively city centre with its extensive pedestrian zone and elegant arcades to the quaint narrow streets and half-timbered houses of the charming Old Town; Hanover is a dynamic city of many dimensions.

Day 2 - Hanover On your second day in Hanover, there will be enough time to explore the city centre. Follow along the 4.2 km ‘Red Thread’, a red line painted onto the pavement, an excellent way to explore Hanover’s main sights.

Day 3 - Hanover to Wernigerode Arrive in Wernigerode known as ‘the Colourful Town’ in the Harz because of the cheerful paintwork on its half-timbered buildings.

The town is one of the most atmospheric destinations in the Harz region. During your three day stay, you will have plenty of opportunity to explore the surrounding area.

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Cologne to London St Pancras

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See the impressive Town Hall with its timber-framed architecture. The magnificent building’s wooden ornamental figures depict saints and artisans. Visit Wernigerode Castle or go shopping in the traditional town centre shops.

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We highly recommend travelling with the Brockenbahn steam locomotive up the winding 19km-route to the summit of the legendary Brocken Mountain (1,142m), the highest peak in northern Germany. Enjoy this nostalgic tour as well as the wonderful panoramic views over the Harz Nationalpark.

After exploring Wernigerode and its surroundings, why not go on a day excursion to the picturesque town of Goslar in the western Harz.

Day 6 - Wernigerode to Cologne Your journey continues on to your last stop, the carnival city of Cologne, one of Germany’s oldest cities and famous for its historic sights such as the Gothic Cologne Cathedral.

Day 7 - Cologne to London Return journey from Cologne to London.

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Cologne Cathedral and the Hohenzollern Bridge at night

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Your Itinerary Day 1 - London to Koblenz Travel from London to Koblenz via Brussels and Cologne in order to reach your first destination.

On your way past Cologne make sure that you look out for the magnificent Cathedral.

Day 2 - Koblenz Koblenz is where the Moselle and the Rhine meet at the Deutsche Eck. The statue of Emperor Wilhelm I was destroyed in World War II but replaced with a copy after Reunification in 1993. On the opposite side of the Rhine stands the commanding fortress of Ehrenbreitstein. It was thought to be impregnable but the French Army disproved this in 1801. There is now a cable car that will take you to the fortress where you can get great views of the Town. There are several opportunities to explore the nearby towns and villages either by train or by the boats on the Rhine.

Day 3 - Koblenz to Rüdesheim Travel from Koblenz to Rüdesheim. The town dates its history back to the Roman times and enjoys an ideal picturesque location on the Rhine.

Day 4 - Rüdesheim The Drosselgasse is a bustling street lined with wine bars and shops and is usually teeming with activity. There are quieter areas within Rüdesheim that allow you to discover the wine-growing village that Rüdesheim is.

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The Brömersburg castle houses a very good wine museum. There are two other castle remains to discover the Vorderburg and the Boosenburg. A great view of the town can be seen by taking the cable car Seilbahn-Rüdeshwim.

Day 5 - Rüdeshiem to Freiburg Travel from Rüdeshiem to Freiburg for the final part of the journey. Freiburg is known as the gateway to the Black Forest.

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2 nights in the GHOTEL 4*, Koblenz

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2 nights in the Ringhotel Central 3*, Rüdesheim

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A journey following the direction of the River Rhine and offering a contrast of some of the most well known towns and cities on the route.

Day 6 - Freiburg Explore this University city which offers an air of the past. Be careful not to fall into the little canals that run at the side of the pavement. It is said if you fall in one you will marry someone from Freiburg. The church provides a great centre point for the daily market. The Haus zum Walfisch is a magnificent example of late Gothic style. Freiburg is blessed with many beer gardens which are ideal to enjoy the ambience and watch the world go by.

Day 7 - Freiburg to London Return via Eurostar to the UK

Freiburg

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Flights

Let us create your perfect trip!

Put us to the test! We believe we can tailor make any itinerary offering a choice of transport options and accommodation to suit any taste and budget.

Scheduled Carriers Due to our specially negotiated fares with major scheduled airlines we can offer the best services at the best possible price. However, please note that airlines control the number of seats available on any flight.

Therefore, should no such seat be available on a given departure when you enquire, we may be able to offer additional seats on the same flight at a supplement.

We will advise you of the supplement at the time of booking. Most scheduled airlines offer free snacks and drinks and 20kg of baggage. – please ask for details.

Low Cost Carriers In order to give our clients a wider choice of departure airports, and in some cases the chance to save money, we offer flights with low cost carriers.

These carriers differentiate themselves by the level of service they provide, i.e. no free food and drinks onboard and no pre-bookable seating. In addition, most of these carriers require full payment immediately and tickets will be non-refundable. Any permitted changes may incur an additional charge.

Please enquire at time of booking about available services, discounts and supplements.

Direct & Indirect Services There are direct services to destinations from some regional airports. Should this not be possible we can offer very attractive add-on rates via other points in the UK and the continent. Please contact us for rates.

Many airlines now co-operate with other airlines.

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airline, but the flight is checked-in and operated by another airline. If this is the case, your itinerary will give you the exact details.

Make more of the airport experience

Airline Documents

In these days of increased security it is important to arrive at the airport early in order to try to ensure a stress free trip. Most airlines now allow online check in with 23 hours of the departure time. This allows you to book your preferred seat and head straight for the baggage drop at the airport.

Check in Online

To check-in, simply go to the check-in desk as normal and show your passport as identification along with the booking reference number that we will provide you with. This information is sufficient for the airline to issue a boarding pass for your flight.

Airport Hotels/Parking

Airport Security Due to the ever changing security situation at airports, we advise our passengers to check the security regulations before they travel. We recommend you check the website www.baa.com or your airline carrier. This could save you time at the airport just in case you are carrying a prohibited item in your luggage.

Flight Schedules Airline schedules are subject to change, but we will advise you of any changes to your itinerary of over one hour. We recommend, due to heightened security measures, that you check-in at least two hours prior to your departure, as we cannot be held responsible should you miss your flight. We advise that you check your flight details 24 hours prior to departure on the relevant airlines’ website in case of any late changes to the schedule.

Booking A Package If you book a flight and ground arrangements together you automatically create a package. This offers you financial protection against collapse of a supplier and also unforseen circumstances such as cancellations due to bad weather.

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If travelling early in the morning why risk the chance of missing your flight? We can book you a number of airport hotels which often include free parking. Please ask us for a quote when booking your holiday. We can also arrange your pre-booked Airport parking.

Airport Lounges From as little as £15 per person relax in the peace of an airport lounge. Most lounges offer free snacks, drinks and newspapers. It’s a chance to get away from the crowded terminal concourses and access is allowed up to three hours prior. Prices are subject to change and are on request.

Business Class Why not upgrade to Business Class? We can offer competitive rates for upgrades from economy to business class.

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Dedicated check-in desks.

Fast track channel to help you through passport and security checks.

Use of the dedicated lounges at the airport.

Increased baggage allowance.

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Rail Travel

If you are looking for an alternative to air travel, a rail holiday is a convenient and relaxing way to reach Central Europe. Europe’s excellent rail network is unrivalled and travelling by rail also can greatly reduce your ‘carbon footprint’. All of the Fred.\ air packages can be booked as rail holidays.

Eurostar For anybody living within easy reach of London St.Pancras or Ebbsfleet, the Eurostar is the fastest and most efficient alternative to air travel.

The Eurostar travels at speeds of up to 300 km/h (186mph) and allows you to enjoy the passing English, French and Belgian countryside.

Eurostar offers seat selection at the time of booking.

Standard class passengers can purchase a variety of food and drinks from the on board buffet. Standard premier passengers have extra, spacious comfortable seats and are served a light meal and drink at their seat. Complimentary magazines are also available on board. Travellers electing Business Premier have access to the Exclusive lounge and full at-seat meal service and drinks. Prices are available on request.

According to your holiday needs, we can book the respective destination required. Most resorts can be comfortably reached within a day if you depart on an early service from London St. Pancras. To reach your destination, simply connect in Brussels or Paris with the fast TGV, THALYS or ICE service.

Important Information Please contact us for your personalised rail tailor-made quote. We can also quote for National Rail Passes if you are spending a number of days in the country.

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Tailor-made Tours

If you cannot reach your destination comfortably within a day we would recommend a break of journey or using one of the many Night Sleepers that operate in Europe. Sleeper types vary but usually your compartment is made up of comfortable beds, washbasin and room service. These compartments are segregated by sex unless your group take the whole compartment. Couchettes offer a cheaper alternative. These are usually made of six bunks and are provided with sheet, blanket and pillow.

Washing and toilet facilities are found at the end of each carriage. City Night Line trains are usually air conditioned and offer a relaxing way to start your holiday.

We can offer stopover hotels near to the railway stations enabling a quick and easy connection from train to hotel. We can also offer hotels in London, Brussels and Paris should you need to stopover in order to catch the early train! Please ask for more information and prices. We offer a number of rail tailor made tours and can offer personalised rail tailor made quotes. Please contact us with your details and categories of hotel that you are looking for.

National Railways Continental Europe offers an unrivalled network of railways. They can offer a number of awe inspiring scenic routes, a number of steam and cog railways and a variety of rail cards that offer national or regional travel at a reasonable rate. We can combine rail passes if required with your holiday requirements.

In addition to the number of rail tours that we offer in the brochure we are happy to tailor make a holiday for you using this impressive network. Please contact us with your requests.

Multi-destination trips Rail holidays including accommodation can be tailormade to match your specific requirements and they are not solely limited to destinations in the brochure. For example, we can offer a trip to Bordeaux or Amsterdam and onto Madrid or Sylt, as well as many other European destinations.

First class rail First class rail normally means wider seats, more legroom and more spacious travel. We can quote the supplement just for one segment or for all the journey.

Please ask for a price.

Reservations We reserve seats where possible and will try to ensure that your specific requests are fulfilled although this cannot be guaranteed. Certain local trains cannot be reserved. On certain trains the reservation and the ticket is on the same coupon and these must be reserved before travel e.g Thalys. It is essential to have reservations on the special scenic Swiss trains e.g Glacier Express.

Disabilities Rail holidays are not suitable for people with mobility difficulties. Getting on and off trains with luggage, often in a short time, can be a problem due to high, steep steps and gaps between the platform and the train. Luggage often has to be lifted onto overhead racks as well as carried up and down stairs.

If you are considering a rail holiday and have any mobility limitations, please call our Reservations Team for advice.

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Motoring / Car Hire

If you fancy full flexibility why not take a motoring holiday or rent a car at the airport. Take a leisurely drive past the many charming towns and villages or get there via the excellent network of Autobahn. All of our air and rail holidays can be booked as a self-drive.

There are several ways to get across to the Continent. The Eurotunnel between Folkestone and Calais is the quickest route. A frequent service, with a transit time of only 35 minutes, allows a quick and easy getaway to mainland Europe. P&O Ferries offer Dover to Calais with numerous crossings and a journey time of around 75 minutes it allows a more leisurely way of channel crossing. Many bargains can be found in the shopping area.

P&O Ferries also offer the Hull to Rotterdam and Hull to Zeebrugge sailings. The ‘Northern Gateway’ is more than just a means of transportation but an integral part of the holiday offering comfortable cabins, restaurants, bars and live entertainment.

Stena Line offer Superferries on the Harwich to Hook of Holland line. The Superferries offers a choice of entertainment, restaurants, bars and has special areas for children.

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Please call us for a holiday quote for travel in your own car.

Car Hire The ultimate freedom holiday – travel any day and drive to your destination using the excellent road and motorway network. For an especially picturesque holiday look to use the scenic routes in the mountains or at the side of the rivers. We are contracted to a number of Car Hire companies and will use these to get you the best possible rates. We offer Car Hire in a number of European countries and can usually over third party or fully comprehensive rates.

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from £38per day* *Based on a Fiat 500 or similar.

Please contact us for a quote.

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Your Questions Answered

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Is my holiday safe and covered?

Fred.\ is ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is 0944. Fred.\ is also a member of the ABTA Travel Association, which means assurance, choice, value, and high levels of service.

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When will I get my documentation?

Tickets will be sent approximately 10 days prior to departure by either email or post. If you have not received your documentation 7 days prior to travel, please e-mail holidays@fred.travel clearly stating your booking reference, name and date of departure in the subject line.

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What happens if there is a schedule change?

If an airline advises Fred.\ of a schedule change we will notify you of any changes over 1 hour. Depending on your chosen method of communication this will be either by e-mail, post or phone.

For changes between 1-4 hours we will send you a new confirmation showing the new flight details. For changes between 4-8 hours we will send you a new confirmation showing the new flight details and will request that you contact us within 14 days of notification if you require further assistance. If we do not hear from you within 14 days we will consider this as an acceptance and any further changes will be classed as a voluntary amendment and charges will apply. For changes over 8 hours we will send you a new confirmation showing the new flight details and will require you to contact us to discuss further details. We will not re-confirm your ticket until you have instructed us to do so.

If you wish to accept a schedule change you can do so by e-mailing us at holidays@fred.travel.

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Tickets

Most tickets are electronic (e-tickets) with the exception of rail tickets with data being stored electronically on suppliers’ systems. You may access your flight booking online by logging into the airlines website. You will be able to retrieve your booking by entering the airline reference number (alphanumeric and six digits), which is shown on your ticket and the lead passenger name. Please reconfirm onward flights with the airline locally to ensure that your departure times are correct. Airlines may from time to time change their flight schedule and it may not be possible to advise you once you have departed the UK.

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How do I cancel my booking?

We require all cancellations in writing by e-mail or post. Please check our booking terms and conditions for cancellation charges, but please note that it will not generally be possible to cancel your holiday without losing a percentage of your holiday (see our Terms and Conditions).

We therefore strongly recommend you take out suitable insurance to cover you for possible eventualities that would require you to cancel your holiday.

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Can I change my flight booking?

Most flight tickets are not refundable or changeable. If your flight ticket states ‘non-refundable’, you may still be able to make a change subject to the airlines terms and conditions. If your flight states “non-changeable and non-refundable”, then it will not be possible to make any changes to your flight booking.

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Can I pre-book my seats on my flights?

Many flights offer a chance to pre-book seats before departure. This can be done by selecting the ‘online-check in’ option on airlines’ homepages and is usually available within 23 hours of the flight departure. Low cost carriers offer a chance to utilise ‘Priority boarding’ for a fee. We can book this for you but usually charge a handling fee for the service.

We, unlike many websites, always try to book one item of hold baggage per person for each section of the flight.

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Who do I contact for general enquiries about my booking?

For general enquiries, including seating, baggage and meal requests, cancellations and amendment queries, please email holidays@fred.travel, clearly stating your booking reference, name and your date of departure in the subject line or call us on 0808 159 5256.

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What is the baggage allowance for my flight?

Your allowance will usually be shown on your e-ticket or/and your itinerary. If you are unsure about baggage allowance please email us on holidays@ fred.travel, clearly stating your booking reference, name and your date of departure in the subject line or call us. Please note some airlines do not include any free baggage allowance and may charge for hold baggage at check-in (this usually applies to low cost carriers).

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Does my flight baggage allowance include hand luggage?

No it doesn’t. Always check the exact hand luggage allowance with your airline prior to packing. A general guide is that hand luggage should not exceed height 450mm x width 350mm x depth 200mm. Most airlines have a hand luggage measurement gauge at check in.

If you are taking hand luggage please remember that rules regarding liquids remain in place.

Liquids, gels and cosmetics exceeding 100ml are not permitted in hand luggage, and smaller containers must be taken in a transparent plastic bag.

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Can I make rail reservations?

We would normally reserve you a seat as requested. The majority of rail tickets can be used on any train on that route (not Thalys/ Eurostar). Please contact us if you require any further details.

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Vouchers

Please note all documentation should be taken with you on your trip. Although some suppliers do not require the voucher to be presented on arrival, the majority will require this as form of payment. For customers with pre-arranged tours or transfers it is advisable that you reconfirm pick-up/drop-off times with the supplier locally.

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Credit Cards

Please note that credit card use is not as widespread as it is in the UK. We would advise you to check in hotels, restaurants and shops that your credit card can be used (useful phrase: ‘Kann ich hier mit Kreditkarte bezahlen? – do you accept credit cards?).

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Are there different styles of beds in Germany, Austria and Switzerland?

Yes they are. Twin-bedded rooms may consist of two mattresses and one frame or two separate beds. The majority of twin rooms are usually two mattresses and one bed-head; however we are always more than happy to request separate beds but won’t be able to guarantee any requests. Single rooms may not always offer the same facilities as twin rooms. Double rooms are standard-sized rooms with one king-or queen sized mattress and one frame.

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• Are there any extra charges for hotels?

Your confirmation invoice will list your hotel booking and its components. Some towns require the payment of a local Kurtaxe usually around 2 Euros per person per day. We will make every effort to advise you of this at the time booking. Some cities are introducing a local culture tax. Cologne introduced one on the 01 October 2010 which needs to be paid locally.

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Travel Insurance

Make sure you’re properly covered Being properly covered for your holiday from the moment you book your trip until you return home is essential.

Travel insurance specialists P J Hayman & Company Limited are pleased to offer Travel Plus - ‘added value’ travel insurance for the leisure traveller providing wide-ranging flexible cover. It has been designed for individuals, couples and families to provide peace of mind protection when travelling abroad.

Policy highlights include:

Who is eligible for Travel Plus?

• Single Trip and Annual Multi-trip - with

Travel Plus is available to residents of the UK, Channel

Islands or the Isle of Man who are registered with a Medical

cover options to suit your travel needs

Practitioner in the UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man.

• Cover for all ages (Single Trip) - Annual

Multi-trip up to age 79 (Standard) and 75

(Premier Plus)

How to arrange cover?

• Annual ‘Premier Plus’ - for travellers who need

higher levels of cover

• Journey Disruption / Airspace Closure

cover for cancellation or additional expenses due to

disruption caused by a natural disaster such as a

volcanic eruption

• Free cover for children - under 18’s plus under

23’s in full time education

• Independent travel for children - under

Annual Multi-trip Family cover

• Cover for existing medical conditions

subject to acceptance by insurers

• Medical Emergency Helpline - available 24

hours a day, 365 days a year

Full details including cover limits, terms, conditions

and exclusions are available on request.

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If you arrange your cover as soon as you book your holiday, you will be immediately protected should you need to cancel your trip.

For an instant quotation and immediate cover, please call P J Hayman & Company Limited on 0845 230 0631 quoting FRE2577. We are open 8am – 6pm Monday to Friday, closed Bank Holidays.

Travel Plus is arranged by P J Hayman & Company Limited and underwritten by AmTrust Europe Limited except for travel to Cuba which is insured through SOLID Försäkringar and Financial Failure which is provided by International Passenger Protection Limited.

P J Hayman & Company Limited are authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority, FS No 497103. Registered in England No. 2534965. Registered Office: Stansted House, Rowlands Castle, Hampshire PO9 6DX.

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FRED.\ Terms & Conditions These Booking Conditions, together with any other written information we bring to your attention before confirming your booking, form the basis of your contract with Fred.\ a trading name of Fred. Olsen Travel Ltd whose address is Olympus House, 2 Olympus Close, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 5LN. Please read them carefully as they set out our respective rights and obligations.

These Booking Conditions apply generally whether you have booked one of our Packages (Inclusive Price Combinations) or our single component items, e.g. accommodation or transport only. Please note however that where you have purchased a single component, there is a different condition as to liability.

Please see ‘Our Responsibilities’ clause below.

By making a booking, the lead named person on the booking agrees on behalf of all persons detailed on the booking that: a)

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He/she has read these terms and conditions and has the authority to and agrees to be bound by them; He/she consents to our use of information in ac cordance with our Privacy Policy; He/she is over 18 years of age and resident in the United Kingdom

Booking and Paying For Your Arrangements A booking is made with Fred.\ when a) you tell us that you would like to accept our written or verbal quotation and b) you pay us a deposit of £150 per person unless advised differently at the time of booking. For river cruises and airline bookings you will be advised of the deposit amount at the time of booking. When we issue you with a confirmation invoice, a binding contract will come into existence. Upon receipt, if you believe that any details on the confirmation or any other documents are wrong you must advise us immediately as changes may not be possible later. The balance of the cost of your arrangements (including any applicable surcharge) is due 8 weeks prior to scheduled departure on some products we require payment 10 weeks prior. If we do not receive this balance in full and on time, we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled by you in which case the cancellation charges set out below will become payable. All credit card bookings will be subject to a 2% handling fee (American Express 3%).

Your Financial Protection All the package and Flight-Plus holidays we sell come with protection for your money. If you buy a single travel service then this might not apply. Package holidays are protected by the package organiser and we will provide you with their confirmation. Our Flight-Plus holidays are ATOL- protected (our ATOL number is 0944). A Flight-Plus is where you purchase through us, at the same time or within a day of each other, a flight plus overseas accommodation and/or car hire from separate suppliers (i.e. not a package holiday).

When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. On all Flight Plus holiday arrangements, your money is ATOL protected meaning that you will be able to continue with your holiday or receive a refund of the amount paid to us in the unlikely event of our insolvency or the insolvency of your service providers. Please note however that we have no liability beyond that for insolvency as set out in the ATOL scheme, because we act as agent of the suppliers.

In respect of our Flight-Plus holidays, we are obliged to tell you: • We or the suppliers of the services you have bought

will provide you with the services you have bought (or

a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither

we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of

insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide

you with the services you have bought or a suitable

alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to

accept that in those circumstances, the alternative

ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you

agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you

under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder.

However, you also agree that in some cases it will not

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be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable).

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If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme.

You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.

us in full in the event that we incur any losses or expenses arising out of your failure to take out adequate insurance cover. You are strongly advised to take out insurance which will cover any damage which may occur to property which belongs to other people and which may get damaged.

We provide full financial protection for our package holidays that do not include a flight and accommodation only bookings, by way of a bond held by ABTA The Travel Association.

Pricing We reserve the right to amend the price of unsold holidays at any time and correct errors in the prices of confirmed holidays within 7 days of the booking.

The price of your holiday is subject at all times to changes in transport costs such as fuel, scheduled airfares and any other airline cost changes which are part of our contracts with airlines (and their agents), cruise ship operators and any other transport provider; to cost changes arising from government action such as changes in VAT or any other government imposed changes; and to changes in currency exchange rates and to dues, taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports any or all of which may result in a variation of your holiday price.

For changes to pricing after booking, we will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges and/or additional services or travel arrangements. You will be charged for the amount over and above that, plus an administration charge of £1.00 per person together with an amount to cover agents’ commission. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your travel arrangements (excluding any amendment charges and/or additional services or travel arrangements), you will have the option of accepting a change to another holiday if we are able to offer one (if this is of equivalent or higher quality you will not have to pay more but if it is of lower quality you will be refunded the difference in price), or cancelling and receiving a full refund of all monies paid to us, any amendment charges and/or additional services or travel arrangements. Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your final invoice. There will be no change made to the price of your holiday within 30 days of your departure.

Should the price of your holiday go down due to the changes mentioned above, by more than 2% of your holiday cost, then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place.

Travel Insurance We reserve the right to refuse or cancel a booking if you do not have personal travel insurance. We will treat any cancellation for this reason as a cancellation by you and the cancellation charges will be payable as set out below.

Please read your policy details carefully and take them with you on holiday.

It is your responsibility to ensure that the insurance you purchase is adequate and appropriate for your particular needs.

We reserve the right to request full details of your insurance policy however please note that we do not check insurance policies for suitability. You are responsible for indemnifying

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Cancellation by You If you or any other member of your party decides to cancel your confirmed booking you must notify us in writing. Your notice of cancellation will only take effect when it is received in writing by us at our offices at Fred.\. Please note proof of postage (whether Royal Mail or e-mail) is not proof of receipt.

You will be responsible for applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below, unless otherwise advised.

The cancellation charge detailed is calculated on the basis of the total cost payable by the person(s) cancelling excluding amendment charges which are not refundable in the event of the person(s) to whom they apply cancelling. :For River Cruises: 70 days or more 69 - 43 days

deposit only 40%

For all other holidays: 56 days or more 55 - 43 days

deposit only 40%

For all holidays: 42 - 29 days 28 - 08 days 07 - 00 days

60% 80% 100%

If the deposit amount is more than the cancellation amount we will retain the full deposit as the cancellation charge. We therefore strongly recommend you take out suitable insurance to cover you for possible eventualities that would require you to cancel your holiday.

Changes by You If you wish to change any part of your booking you must inform us in writing. Whilst we will do our best to assist, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to meet your requested change. All changes will be subject to any applicable rate changes or extra costs incurred as well as any costs incurred by ourselves and any costs or charges incurred or imposed by any of our suppliers. You should be aware that these costs could increase the closer to the departure date that changes are made and you should contact us as soon as possible. Where we are unable to assist you and you do not wish to proceed with the original booking we will treat this as a cancellation by you. A cancellation fee may be payable.

Please note that is important at the time of booking to advise the names of travellers that match the name given on their passport. Failure to do so will usually result in a name change charge by the airline.

Accuracy We endeavour to ensure that all the information and prices both on our website and in our brochures are accurate; however occasionally changes and errors occur and we reserve the right to correct prices and other details in such circumstances. You must check the current price and all other details relating to the arrangements that you wish to book before your booking is confirmed.

Changes or cancellations by us As we plan your holiday arrangements many months in advance we may occasionally have to make changes or cancel your booking and we reserve the right to do so at any time. If we make a major change to your holiday, we will inform you or your travel agent as soon as reasonably possible if there is time before your departure. You will have the choice of either accepting the change of arrangements, accepting an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value), or cancelling your holiday and receiving a full refund of all monies paid. In some cases we will also pay compensation.

These options don’t apply for minor changes. Examples of minor changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation to another of the same or higher standard, changes of carriers. Please note that carriers such as airlines used in the brochure may be subject to change.

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We will not cancel your travel arrangements less than 8 weeks before your departure date (10 weeks for a cruise holiday), except for reasons of force majeure or failure by you to pay the final balance. We may cancel your holiday before this date if, for example, the minimum number of clients required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached. If your holiday is cancelled you can either have a refund of all monies paid or accept an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us, if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value). In some cases we will pay compensation (see below).

If we cancel or make a major change we will pay compensation as detailed below except where the major change or cancellation arises due to reasons of force majeure. The compensation that we offer does not exclude you from claiming more if you are entitled to do so.

Period before departure in Amount you will which we notify you receive from us ______________________________________________ 43 – 56 days (70 days if a cruise holiday) 27 – 42 days 15 – 26 days 00 – 14 days

£20 per person £30 per person £40 per person £50 per person

Force Majeure We will not pay you compensation if we have to cancel or change your travel arrangements in any way because of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control.

These can include, for example, war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions, epidemics and pandemics, unavoidable technical problems with transport.

Our Responsibilities We are a Member of ABTA, membership number Y0128.

We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you

by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you an arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of this contract. The scheme is arranged by ABTA and administered independently. It is a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on you for costs. The upper limit on claims is £5,000 per person and £25,000 per booking form. The scheme doesn’t apply to claims which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. It can however deal with claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. Your request for arbitration must be received by ABTA within eighteen months of the date of return from holiday. For injury and illness claims, you can request the ABTA Mediation Procedure and we have the option to agree to mediation. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com.

Single Components If you have purchased a ‘single component’ i.e.

Accommodation or transportation only, we will accept responsibility only for our own negligence e.g. If we have negligently mis-described the accommodation etc, or if we have been negligent in our choice of supplier. We will not be responsible for the negligence of our suppliers, their employees, servants or agents.

Package Holidays Subject to these booking conditions, your holiday arrangements will be made or performed using reasonable skill and care. We will be responsible if our employees, servants or agents fail to make or perform your holiday arrangements using reasonable skill and care as long as they were acting within the course of their employment or carrying out work which we had asked them to do.

We will not be responsible or pay compensation for any injury, illness, death, loss, damage, expense, cost or other claim of any description which results from:

(a) the act(s) and/or omission(s) of the person(s)

affected; (b) the act(s) and/or omission(s) of a third party not

connected with the provision of the services contracted

(c)

(d)

for and which were unfore seeable or unavoidable; unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an event which either ourselves, our employees, agents or suppliers and subcontractors could not, even with all due care, have foreseen or forestalled.

The services and facilities included in your holiday will be deemed to be provided with reasonable skill and care if they comply with any local regulations which apply, or, if there are no applicable local regulations, if they are reasonable when compared to the local standards in practice.

We limit the amount of compensation we may have to pay you if we are found liable under this clause: (a)

Loss of and/or damage to any luggage or personal possessions and money, the maximum amount we will have to pay you is £25 per person in total be cause you are assumed to have adequate insurance in place to cover any losses of this kind.

(b)

Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of two times the cost of your travel arrangements. This maximum amount will only be payable where everything has gone wrong and you or your party has not received any benefit at all from your booking.

(c) Claims in respect of international travel by air, sea

and rail, or any stay in a hotel: i.

ii.

The extent of our liability will in all cases be limited as if we were carriers under the appropriate Conventions, which include The Warsaw/Montreal Convention (international travel by air); The Athens Convention (with respect to sea travel); The Berne/Cotif Convention (with respect to rail travel); The Paris Convention (with respect to hotel arrangements); and The Strasbourg Convention (CNLI) (with respect to travel on inland waterways). You can ask for copies of these Conventions from our offices. In addition, you agree that the operating carrier or transport company’s own ‘Conditions of Carriage’ will apply to you on that journey.

When arranging transportation for you, we rely on the terms and conditions contained within these international conventions and those ‘Conditions of Carriage’. You acknowledge that all of the terms and conditions contained in those ‘Conditions of Carriage’ form part of your contract with us, as well as with the transport company and that those ‘Conditions of Carriage’ shall be deemed to be included by reference into this contract.

When making any payment, we are entitled to deduct any money which you have received or are entitled to receive from the transport provider or hotelier for the complaint or claim in question.

Complaints If a problem occurs whilst you are abroad, you must inform the relevant supplier immediately so that the matter can be put right. If the supplier cannot resolve the problem to your satisfaction at the time, you must also contact us immediately by telephoning our offices so that we are given the opportunity to help. In the event that a complaint cannot be resolved at the time, you must write to us within 28 days of return to the UK quoting the original booking reference and giving all relevant information. PLEASE NOTE: Failure to take these steps will hinder our ability to resolve the problem and/or investigate it fully and in consequence, your rights under the contract may be affected. We regret we cannot accept liability for any claims which are not notified to ourselves and/or our suppliers strictly in accordance with this clause.

Special Requests Any special requests must be advised to us at the time of booking. You should then confirm your requests in writing.

Whilst every effort will be made by us to try and arrange your reasonable special requests, we cannot guarantee that they will be fulfilled. Failure to meet any special request will not be a breach of contract on our part unless the request has been specifically confirmed.

Refunds Any amounts due to you will be paid upon request within 28 days.

Disabilities and Medical Problems We are not a specialist disabled holiday company, but we will do our utmost to cater for any special requirements you may have. If you or any member of your party has any medical problem or disability which may affect your stay, please provide us with full details by writing or emailing us, before we confirm your booking so that we can advise as to the suitability of your chosen arrangements if possible.

Excursions Excursions or other tours that you may choose to book or pay for whilst you are on holiday are not part of your package holiday provided by us.

Passport, Visa and Immigration Requirements and Health Formalities It is your responsibility to check and fulfil the passport, visa, health and immigration requirements applicable to your itinerary. You must check requirements for your own specific circumstances with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates and your own doctor as applicable. Most countries now require passports to be valid for at least 6 months after your return date. If your passport is in its final year, you should check with the Embassy of the country you are visiting. For further information please contact the Passport Office on 0870 5210410 or visit www.passport.gov.uk. Special conditions apply for travel to the USA and all passengers must have individual machine readable passports. Please check www.usembassy.org.uk.

For European holidays you should obtain a completed and issued form EHIC prior to departure. Up to date travel advice can be obtained from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, visit www.fco.gov.uk. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport, visa or immigration requirements.

Delays and other Travel Information We regret we are unable to offer you any assistance should a delay disrupt your itinerary. Any airline or other transport provider concerned may however provide refreshments and/ or appropriate accommodation. We cannot accept liability for any delay which is due to any of the reasons set out in Force Majeure of these booking conditions. The latest flight timings will be shown on your tickets which will be dispatched to you approximately two weeks before departure. You should check your tickets very carefully immediately on receipt to ensure you have the correct flight times. If flight times change after tickets have been dispatched we will contact you as soon as we can to let you know.

Under EU Law, you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from the airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. Full details of these rights will be publicised at EU airports and will also be available from airlines. Reimbursement in such cases is the responsibility of the airline and will not automatically entitle you to a refund of your holiday price from us.

Guest Behaviour We reserve the right to terminate your booking arrangements with us immediately, should you or your party fail to conduct yourselves in an orderly manner. In the event of such termination our liability to you and/or your party will cease and you and/or your party will be required to leave your accommodation or other service immediately. We will have no further obligations to you and/or your party.

Jurisdiction When you make a booking you guarantee that you have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions. A contract will exist as soon as we issue our confirmation invoice. This contract is made on the terms of these booking conditions, which are governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. You may however, choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you wish to do so.

Data Protection Full details of our data protection policy are available upon request.

(Updated December 2013)

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