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Weekend in Madrid - the Capital city of Spain 29th October - 2nd November VISITING Madrid, Toledo, Avila & Segovia FRIDAY, 29TH OCTOBER | We meet our group leader at the Malta International airport at 5.50pm for Ryanair’s direct flight to Madrid departing at 7.50pm. On arrival ta 10.40pm we are transferred to our 4 star central hotel Tryp Atocha in Madrid.

SATURDAY, 30TH OCTOBER | Breakfast and off we go to our optional guided halfday city tour of this wonderful capital city of Spain. We see amongst other places the Parliament Square, the Royal Palace and the Padro Museum. The afternoon is free time for personal sightseeing and for shopping. In the evening we suggest you go to watch a flamenco show (extra).

PRICE PER PERSON Adult in Triple Adult in Twin Adult in Single Child sharing with 2 adults

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SUNDAY, 31ST OCTOBER | Breakfast and a free day to make your own discoveries or perhaps join our full-day optional excursion to Toledo. Once the spiritual and intellectual capital of Spain, the city sits on an outcrop of rock surrounded on three sides by the River Tagus. The imposing Moorish fortress, the Alacazar, dominates the skyline, its battlements rising above the surrounding flat countryside. There will be a walking tour of the city, including the exquisite 13th century cathedral, with an experienced local guide. Later on we visit the majestic gardens in Aranjuaez and pass by the Palace. We return to our hotel late afternoon.

PRICE INCLUDES * SPECIAL PRICE ¢389 ¢399 ¢619 ¢299

Ryanair flights to Madrid Airport including 10kg luggage 4 nights in 4 star central Hotel Tryp Atocha or similar in Madrid Buffet breakfast Return Airport Transfers Services of tour leader Airport taxes & service charge Insolvency Fund

¢389 MONDAY, 1ST NOVEMBER | Another interesting day awaits us. After breakfast we suggest you join the group for a full-day optional excursion to Avila & Segovia, set in beautiful scenery on the Sierra de Guadarrama. Segovia was a former royal resort set on a strategic rocky ridge. Here we see the Alcazar, a

EXCURSIONS City tour Toledo/Aranjuez Avila/Segovia

ADULT ¢37 ¢47 ¢53

CHILD ¢19 ¢24 ¢27

castle overlooking the river, the Gothic Cathedral, and the impressive Roman aqueduct, built in the 1st century AD. Some 800 metres long and in some places 30 metres high. We later visit Avila to see its medieval walls and delightful cathedral, begun in the 12th century but never completed.

TUESDAY 2ND NOVEMBER | A free relaxed morning before we check out and make our way to the airport for our return flight departing at 1.50pm and arriving in Malta at 4.30pm.

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE City tax of ¢1.90 per person per night is to be paid directly to hotel. * All above prices are subject to change

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Short break in Budapest, Hungary 29th October - 2nd November VISITING Budapest, Godollo, Danube Bend, Szentendre, Visegrad, Esztergom, Hungarian Puszta & Danube Mini Cruise FRIDAY, 29TH OCTOBER | We meet at airport at noon for our Wizzair flight to Budapest departing at 2.15pm. On arrival at 4.30pm, we are transferred to our 4 star Hotel Mercure Korona in Budapest. Check in and after join the leader for an optional 1 hour Danube Cruise.

SATURDAY, 30TH OCTOBER | Breakfast and off for our half-day optional guided city tour of Budapest. We start on the Pest side of the Capital, we shall see St Stephen’s Basilica, the neo-gothic Parliament building and the Heroes’ Square. Then we drive up to the Castle District and visit the marvellous Matthias Church (entrance in-

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cluded), we see the former Royal Palace and the Fisherman’s Bastion. Free time for lunch and in the afternoon, we will go for an optional half-day excursion to the beautiful Godollo castle (entrance extra) which is the world’s second largest Baroque castle. After a guided tour of the castle, we can have a walk in the gardens and enjoy a cup of coffee and some cake in the Palace Café (extra).

SUNDAY, 31ST OCTOBER | After breakfast today join the leader for a full-day guided optional excursion that takes us to the Danube Bend. This special area, where the great river changes course known as the

PRICE INCLUDES ¢369 ¢399 ¢499 ¢299

** There are many restaurants in the vicinity of the hotel that offers a variety of tourist menus at very convenient prices

Wizzair return flights to Budapest Airport including 10k hand luggage 4 nights in 4 star Hotel Mercure Korona in Budapest or similar Rooms with private facilities Daily Buffet Breakfast Return Airport Transfers Services of Tour Leader Airport taxes & service charge Insolvency Fund City Tax

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¢369 Dunakanyar, will make our day unforgettable. This lovely town of Szentendre with its vivid Baroque architecture and vivid colours are amongst the highlights of this trip. We will also see the town of Visegrad, former royal seat of medieval Hungarian monarch where count Dracula was imprisoned by King Matthias. Moreover, we shall visit the

EXCURSIONS City Tour Budapest Godollo Danube Bend Puszta Danube Cruise

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ADULT ¢29 ¢39 ¢39 ¢57 ¢20

CHILD ¢15 ¢20 ¢20 ¢29 ¢10

city of Esztergom which is the seat of the Hungarian Roman Catholic Archbishop.

MONDAY, 1ST NOVEMBER | We will enjoy another full-day optional excursion, this time taking us to Kecskemet, the Hungarian puszta a guided walking tour awaits us and then we drive to the horse ranch Varga Tanya. We will be greeted with palinka, a unique equestrian show and a horse carriage ride in the puszta. We then will enjoy a traditional Hungarian lunch incl. drinks and gipsy music in the csarda restaurant.

TUESDAY, 2ND NOVEMBER | Last breakfast and later we proceed to the airport for our flight departing at 7.40am and arriving in Malta at 10.00pm.

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE Godollo Castle ¢12

* The above price is subject to change

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Lourdes fl-okkażjoni tal-Festa tal-Immakulata Kunċizzjoni 6 - 10 ta’ Diċembru

8 ta’ Diċembru - Festa Pubblika INŻURU Lourdes, Pau (Christmas Market), St Jean d’Luz u Col D’Ibardin IT-TNEJN, 6 TA’ DIÇEMBRU | Il-grupp jiltaqa’ l-ajruport f’12.55 pm minn fejn, b’titjira diretta mar-Ryanair, fis-2.55pm nitilqu gœal Lourdes. Hekk kif fil-5.25pm naslu Lourdes insibu coach li teœodna filLukanda Lys de Marie (3 star superior) jew simili. Sistemazzjoni tal-kmamar, çena u œin gœall-mistrieœ.

IT-TLIETA, 7 TA’ DIÇEMBRU | Kolazzjon u wara mmorru fil-Grotta ta’ Massabielle, fejn il-Madonna dehret lil Santa Bernadette Soubirous. Niççelebraw l-Ewkaristija f’waœda mid-diversi knejjes/kappelli li jinsabu viçin il-Grotta. Ma’ tmiem il-Quddiesa, il-grupp jieœu ritratt ta’ tifkira quddiem il-Baÿiliki.

Inkomplu bil-programm billi nagœmlu l-mixja tal-Via Sagra fuq l-gœolja de l’Espeluges.

PREZZ KULL PERSUNA LUKANDA LYS DE MARIE (3 STAR SUPERIOR) Adult f’kamra trippla Adult f’kamra doppja Adult f’kamra singola Tfal (2 sa’ 5 snin) ma’ ÿewæ adulti Tfal (6 sa’ 10 snin) ma’ ÿewæ adulti

Pranzu fil-Lukanda. Wara nofsinhar immorru naraw video dwar il-Messaææ ta’ Lourdes, imbagœad naraw, u fejn ikun possibbli inÿuru, diversi postijiet ta’ interess konnessi ma’ Santa Bernadette; fosthom ilMitœna Boly (fejn twieldet u gœexet sakemm kellha 10 snin), il-Cachot (kamra f’œabs abbandunat fejn gœexet, flimkien mal-familja, matul id-dehriet) u l-Knisja Parrokkjali li hija ddedikata lill-Qalb Imqaddsa ta’ Æesù (fejn tgœammdet). Çena fil-Lukanda.

L-ERBGŒA, 8 TA’ DIÇEMBRU (FESTA TAL-IMMAKULATA KUNÇIZZJONI) | Kolazzjon u fid-9.30am, flimkien ma’ eluf ta’ pellegrini oœra ta’ kull æens, nieœdu sehem fil-Quddiesa Internazzjonali li tiæi ççelebrata fil-Baÿilika San Piju X. Esperjenza

PREZZ JINKLUDI ¢567 ¢577 ¢655 ¢399 ¢429

Titjiriet diretti mar-Ryanair gœal Lourdes jinkludi 10kg bagalja Coach Ajruport/Lukanda/Ajruport Akkomodazzjoni fil-Lukandi Lys de Marie (3 star superior) jew simili Il-kmamar kollha bis-central heating u sservizzi privati 4 kolazzjonijiet, 2 pranzi u 4 çeni Servizz ta’ Tour Leader Servizz ta’ Direttur Spiritwali It-taxxi tal-ajruporti u s-service charge Insolvency Fund

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¢567 unika u xeni mpressjonanti ta’ devozzjoni.

Pranzu u wara optional excursion gœal Pau. Il-belt ta’ Pau hija l-kapitali ta’ Bearn u famuÿa gœaliex fiha kien jgœix Enriku IV, Re ta’ Franza u Navarra. Attrazzjoni speçjali f’Pau f’dan iÿ-ÿmien huwa l-Christmas Market li jintrama kull sena. Nirritornaw lura l-lukanda fejn ikollna ç-çena. Fid-9.00pm nieœdu sehem bœala grupp fil-Purçissjoni Aux Flambeaux.

ESKURSJONIJIET TFAL TAŒT IT-12-IL SENA NOFS PREZZ Pau St Jean de Luz/Col d’Ibardin

MHUX INKLUŸ FIL-PREZZ Is-City Tax ta’ Lourdes mhux inkulza filprezz. Din it-taxxa, ¢1.50c kull lejl, kull persuna (minn 18 il-sena ’l fuq), titœallas direttament fil-Lukanda.

Id-donazzjoni lis-Santwarju: ¢10 kull persuna. Din tinæabar mit-Tour Leader f’Lourdes. * Jista’ jkun hemm tibdil f’dawn il-prezzijiet

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IL-ŒAMIS, 9 TA’ DIÇEMBRU | Kolazzjon u wara optional excursion ta’ æurnata gœal St Jean de Luz u Col D’Ibardin. F’St Jean de Luz, li hija belt kosmopolitana u medjevali b’influwenza Spanjola, inÿuru ç-çentru storiku u l-bajja kbira tal-post.

Ikollna œin liberu li matulu nkunu nistgœu nkomplu ngawdu ç-çentru tal-belt (fejn insibu l-aqwa restoranti li jservu ikel bnin tal-baœar) u x-xtajta meraviljuÿa tal-post.

Wara mmorru Col D’Ibaldin minfejn naraw veduti mill-isbaœ u fejn inkunu nistgœu nagœmlu xi xiri. (Nota: Illum ma jkollnix pranzu jew Packed Lunch). Filgœaxija, wara ç-çena, jkollna ç-çelebrazzjoni talQuddiesa.

IL-ÆIMGŒA, 10 TA’ DIÇEMBRU | Kolazzjoni kmieni u wara nitilqu mill-Lukanda gœall-ajruport minn fejn fil-10.35am nitilqu gœal Malta fejn naslu fis-1.05pm.

Nota: Jista’ jkun hemm xi tibdil fil-programm taç-çelebrazzjonijiet minœabba li meta æie ppreparat dan il-programm, kien gœadu ma æiex ippubblikat il-programm uffiçjali tasSantwarju ta’ Lourdes.

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Christmas Markets in Budapest, Hungary 7th - 11th December

8th December - Public Holiday VISITING Budapest, Danube Bend, Szentendre, Visegrad, Esztergom& Hungarian Puszta TUESDAY, 7TH DECEMBER | We meet at the airport at 8.15am for our Wizzair flight to Budapest departing at 10.45am. On arrival at 1.00pm, we are transferred to our 4 star Hotel Mercure Budapest Korona in Budapest. You can join leader for a familiarization walk.

WEDNESDAY, 8TH DECEMBER | Our full day optional excursion takes us to the Danube Bend. This special area, where the great river changes course known as the Dunakanyar, will make our day unforget-

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table. This lovely town of Szentendre with its vivid Baroque architecture and vivid colours are amongst the highlights of this trip. We will also see the town of Visegrad, former royal seat of medieval Hungarian monarch where count Dracula was imprisoned by King Matthias Corvin. Moreover, we shall visit the city of Esztergom which is the seat of the Hungarian Roman Catholic Archbishop.

THURSDAY, 9TH DECEMBER | Breakfast and join the leader for a half-day optional

PRICE INCLUDES ¢369 ¢399 ¢499 ¢299

** There are many restaurants in the vicinity of the hotel that offers a variety of tourist menus at very convenient prices

Wizzair return flights to Budapest Airport including 10kg hand luggage 4 nights in 4 star Hotel Mercure Budapest Korona in Budapest or similar Rooms with private facilities Daily Buffet Breakfast Return Airport Transfers Services of Tour Leader Airport taxes & service charge Insolvency Fund City Tax

¢369 city tour of Budapest. We start on the Pest side of the Capital. We shall see St Stephen’s Basilica, the neo-gothic Parliament building and the Heroes’ Square. Then we drive up to the Castle District and visit the marvellous Matthias Church (entrance included),

EXCURSIONS Danube Bend City Tour Budapest Danube Cruise Puszta

ADULT ¢39 ¢29 ¢20 ¢57

CHILD ¢20 ¢15 ¢10 ¢29

All excursions are guided by an English speaking guide

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we see the former Royal Palace and the Fisherman’s Bastion. In the afternoon we offer you an optional Danube cruise before returning to our hotel.

FRIDAY, 10TH DECEMBER | We will enjoy another full-day optional excursion, this time taking us to Kecskemet, the Hungarian puszta a guided walking tour awaits us and then we drive to the horse ranch Varga Tanya. We will be greeted with palinka, a unique equestrian show and a horse carriage ride in the puszta. We then will enjoy a traditional Hungarian lunch incl. drinks and gipsy music in the csarda restaurant.

SATURDAY, 11TH DECEMBER | Breakfast and check out and we later proceed to the airport for our flight departing at 7.40am and arriving in Malta at 10.00am.

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Zakopane, Poland Free visit in Chocholaw & Witow 6th - 13th December

8th December - Public Holiday 13th December - National Holiday VISITING Zakopane with Gubalowka Mountain, Wadowice, Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, Tatra National Park with Morskie Oko lake, Krakow, Wieliczka Salt Mines & Tatra Valleys MONDAY, 6TH DECEMBER | We will meet at the airport at 4.30am for our Ryanair flight departing at 7.00am and arriving in Krakow airport at 9.40am. On our way, we will stop in two villages nearby Zakopane namely Chocholow and Witow. The highlight of Chocholow is undoubtedly its traditional wooden architecture and the workshop of a local artist in one of the wooden huts. We will then be transferred to our central 3-star hotel in Zakopane.

TUESDAY, 7TH DECEMBER | We start our journey with a walking tour of Zakopane, a beautiful village at the foot of the Tatra Mountains. Here we will have ample time to visit the highlanders market where one is sure to find various goods on offer such as leather jackets, cheese tasting and souvenir shopping. We will then take a short ride on a cable car that will take us on top of Gubalowka Mountain for a spectacular view of the Tatra Mountains. We will also have time to walk through the famous Krupowki street, beautifully decorated at Christmas time, filled with shops and restaurants.

PRICE PER PERSON * SPECIAL PRICE Adult in Triple ¢749 ¢649 Adult in Twin ¢799 ¢699 Adult in Single ¢1090 ¢909 Child sharing with 2 adults ¢649 ¢549 Half Board ¢133 * Special price applies when all excursions are taken Seats on flight are assigned directly by Ryanair. Should you need seats near each other, this may incur a charge.

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WEDNESDAY, 8TH DECEMBER | After breakfast, our full day optional excursion today will first take us to Wadowice, the birthplace of Pope John Paul II. We will see the church where he was baptised and celebrated his 1st Holy Communion, afterwards we will see his home and museum. We will continue to Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, another place related with John Paul II.

unreal nature of mountains, greenery and crystal shining lake.

THURSDAY, 9TH DECEMBER | Today, our full day optional excursion is taking us to Morskie Oko or Eye of the Sea translated in English. It is the largest and fourth-deepest lake in the Tatra Mountains, in southern Poland. It is located deep within the Tatra National Park in the Rybi Potok (the Fish Brook) Valley, of the High Tatras mountain range. Morskie Oko is one of the most popular destinations in the Tatras, often receiving over 50,000 visitors during the vacation season. We will experience a horse drawn carriage ride (extra) that will take us most of the way up the mountain. Here, we will spend relaxing afternoon, sounded with

FRIDAY, 10TH DECEMBER | Our full-day optional excursion today takes us to Krakow. Krakow, no longer plays such an important administrative role, but for many people, thanks to its rich history, Krakow represents a synthesis of all things Polish, connecting tradition with modernity.

We will see the Bishop’s Palace, Wawel Hill, Wawel Castle and Cathedral. The castle was home to many Polish kings and queens. A walk up Grodzka Street leads us to the heart of Krakow, the Rynek Gówny or Main Market Square. There, the large Gothic Cloth Hall is the perfect place for souvenir shopping. We visit also the Royal

PRICE INCLUDES Ryanair flights to Krakow Airport including 10kg & 20kg luggage 7 nights in 3 star Hotel Czarny Potok or similar in Zakopane Rooms with private facilities & TV Daily breakfast Free visit in Chocholaw & Witow Return airport transfers Services of tour leader All taxes Insolvency Fund

EXCURSIONS Wadowice/Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Morskie Oko/Tatra National Park Krakow Wieliczka Salt Mines Tatra Valleys

ADULT CHILD ¢49 ¢39 ¢49 ¢59 ¢39

¢25 ¢20 ¢25 ¢39 ¢20

* Entrances fees and English speaking guide included

Tombs and Sigismond’s Bell with our last stop being the twin spired St Mary’s Church with its famous Wit Stwosz medieval altar.

SATURDAY, 11TH DECEMBER | Today, our optional full-day excursion will take us to Wieliczka Salt Mines, an incredible place which was once described as being ‘as remarkable as the Pyramids and more useful’! Today, this famous attraction is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Highlights of this tour include the stunning underground lake and the beautiful underground cathedral, St. Kinga’s Chapel.

SUNDAY, 12TH DECEMBER | The morning will be free with a possibility to participate in the Holy Mass in an old wooden church.

In the afternoon, we will be transferred to Chocholawska or Koscielliska Valleys to take a leisurely walk in beautiful Tatras surroundings.

MONDAY, 13TH DECEMBER | After check out we will make our way to Krakow airport for our Ryanair flight departing at 10.05am and arriving in Malta at 12.45pm.

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE Horse drawn carriage ride ¢30 * All above prices are subject to change

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Christmas Markets Delights!

Austria & Germany Free visit to Munich’s city centre 6th - 13th December

8th December - Public Holiday 13th December - National Holiday VISITING Munich, Flachau, Hallein Salt Mines, Berchtesgaden, Zell am See, Hohenwerfen Castle, Klagenfurt, Villach, Mondsee, St Wolfgang, Rosenheim, Bad Reichenhall, and Salzburg MONDAY, 6TH DECEMBER | We meet at the airport at 7.25am for our Air Malta flight to Munich Airport departing at 9.25am. On arrival at 11.45am our coach will take us to visit Bavaria’s capital Munich. We will have time for lunch (extra) and to visit the city’s pedestrian centre with its majestic Town Hall, towering the Christmas Market set in Marienplatz and the surrounded pedestrian streets. We later proceed to our 4 star Unterberghof Hotel in Flachau for check-in.

TUESDAY, 7TH DECEMBER | Our first optional full-day excursion will take us first to visit the Hallein Salt Mines in Austria (extra).

Together with the local guide we will follow the miners’ footsteps by first board an electric train for this fun-filled tour through this brilliant 7,000 years old underground salt mine. After this 400-metre ride we straddle two wooden rails and slide down to the lower level of the mine (one can opt to use the steps). We will see an interesting multivision show and board a raft and cross the fascinating subterranean lake before exiting the mine. We will later cross the border to Bavaria in Germany to visit Berchtesgaden.

This festive season in Berchtesgaden is characterized by rich traditions and customs that have been passed on for many generations.

At the Christmas Market stalls, you can find original Berchtesgaden Christmas tree decorations that have been crafted according to the folk-art traditions that have existed in the region for centuries. Horse-drawn carriage rides, local wood crafts and Christmas carol singers create an atmosphere that will fill you with joy and peace.

WEDNESDAY, 8TH DECEMBER | Today’s full-day optional excursions will remain in

PRICE PER PERSON * SPECIAL PRICE Adult in Quad ¢699 ¢599 Adult in Triple ¢739 ¢639 Adult in Twin ¢779 ¢679 Adult in Single ¢879 ¢779 Child sharing with 2 adults ¢499 ¢399 Half Board (7 meals) ¢109 * Special price applies when half board & all excursions are taken

the region of Salzburgland in Austria. We start first by visiting Zell am See with its snow-covered mountains, and crystal clear water. In the picturesque alleys you will find artistic decorations, lovingly adorned stalls serving tasty tidbits, traditional craftsmanship, and deliciously spiced mulled wine, and freshly baked Christmas cookies. We will later proceed to experience a unique Romantic Advent Market at Hohenwerfen Castle (extra), the filming site of the famous film “Where Eagles Dare”. The medieval castle courtyard sets the stage for atmospheric “Romantic Advent Market” by a friendly atmosphere, enjoying Original Pongau customs, Salzburg handcraft, local delicacies, a Nativity scene and genuine folk music.

THURSDAY, 9TH DECEMBER | Today our full-day optional excursion takes us into the region of Carinthia in Austria, where we will first visit Klagenfurt. This town was awarded the prestigious Europa Nostra Diploma for its beautifully restored Renaissance courtyards. Klagenfurt’s Neuer Platz is dominated by the Lindwurm, a winged dragon statue which is the emblem of the city. It was modelled on the legendary dragon, said to have resided in a swamp here long ago. Here, we will also find the Christmas market, set up nicely in the square with some lovely enticing scents to tingle your senses. We will have time for shopping and later make our way back to Flachau, making a short stop in Villach, which is a lovely town in the Carinthia region boasting some beautifully adorned Christmas markets in the town centre.

FRIDAY, 10TH DECEMBER | Our optional full-day excursion today will take us to Salzkammergut – the Lake District in Aus-

PRICE INCLUDES Air Malta return flights to Munich Airport 7 nights in 4 Star Hotel Unterberghof in Flachau or similar Rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, safe & TV Daily buffet breakfast Free visit to Munich’s City Centre Return airport transfers Services of tour leader Airport taxes & service charge Insolvency Fund

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¢599 tria. Our first stop will be in Mondsee, a typical quaint Austrian village on the bank of Lake Mondsee. A must to visit St Michael’s Basilica which reached international fame because of the wedding scene in the movie “The Sound of Music” with Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer. This is the reason why more than 250,000 people are visiting the church every year. The square infront of the church famously also hosts a Christmas Market. We later proceed to St Wolfgang on the bank of Lake St Wolfgang, where we have time to visit the Gothic Winged Altar and White Horse Inn. We can also enjoy the picturesque village set up for Christmas, together with the Christmas Market offering a rich selection of exquisite arts and crafts, regional specialties and wonderful Christmas tree decorations too.

SATURDAY, 11TH DECEMBER | We board the coach for another full-day optional excursion visiting two Bavarian German cities.

Our first stop will be in Rosenheim in Germany. We walk towards Max Josef Platz, the matket square surrounded by arcades, cafes, varous shops and centuries old townhouses. This square together with its surrounded street are a pedestrian area where beautifully decorated stalls offer all-time favourites Christmas delicacies, and decorations – pure bliss! Opportunity to pop into

EXCURSIONS CHILD UNDER 12 PAYS HALF Hallein Salt Mines / Berchtesgaden Zell am See / Hohenwerfen Castle Klagenfurt/Villach Mondsee / St Wolfgang Rosenheim / Bad Reichenhall Salzburg

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shops for a good shopping spree. In the afternoon we drive towards the Alpine Town of Bad Reichenhall, an eye-catching attire during the weeks leading up to Christmas.

It s also known for the scenic alpine landscape that surround the town as well as the springs that gave rise to tourism in the 19th century.

SUNDAY, 12TH DECEMBER | Our last optional full-day excursion takes us to Austrian Salzburg, the heart in the heart of Europe.

The Christmas Market in Salzburg, also known as Nikolaimarkt (St Nicholas Market) go all the way back to the 15th century. Here we will experience local Christmas folk customs, traditional decorations, gifts, incense to help conjure up a festive atmosphere and all Austrian specialities like mulled wine, hot punch gingerbread biscuits and more. During our stay in Salzburg we will walk through and see Mirabel Gardens, St Peter’s Abbey, Mozart’s birth house and the cemetery which made part of the setting of the film “The Sound of Music”. One can also take the funicular up to Hohensalzburg, the majestic fortress overlooking the city (extra). No doubt that the visit to Salzburg will be a perfect and a memorable ending.

MONDAY, 13TH DECEMBER | After breakfast, we immediately check out of our rooms and make our way towards Munich Airport for our flight departing at 12.40pm and arriving in Malta at 2.55pm.

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE City tax of ¢2.00 per person per night (from 15 years upwards) is to be paid directly at hotel Hallein Salt Mines entrance, Adults ¢30 / Children ¢15 Hohenwerfen Castle, Adult ¢4 / Child ¢2.50 * All above prices are subject to change

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Black Forest Christmas Magic Visiting Europe’s Largest Christmas Market in Stuttgart 7th - 14th December

8th December - Public Holiday 13th December - National Holiday VISITING Schwenningen, Dorotheenhutte, Strasbourg, Stuttgart, Lake Constance (Uberlingen, Birnau, Meersburg, & Constance), Colmar, Freiburg, Triberg, Furtwangen, Titisee, & Europa Theme Park

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¢599 xxx TUESDAY, 7TH DECEMBER | We meet at the airport at noon for our Air Malta flight to Zurich Airport (opportunity for duty free shopping) departing at 2.25pm. On arrival at 4.50pm we are transferred to our 4 star Hotel Central in Schwenningen, in Germany for our stay in the Black Forest region, ideally situated for discovering the highlights of the area. After check-in at the hotel, we are offered a welcome drink and later we will go for a familiarisation walk in the town’s pedestrian area.

WEDNESDAY, 8TH DECEMBER | We board the coach and head to Strasbourg in neighbouring France for a full full-day day optional excursion. Our coach will take us through the lovely Black Forest’s thick foliage wintry countryside. On the way we stop at Dorotheenhutte’s glass paradise and its unique all-year-round Christmas shop. We proceed to Strasbourg to visit Petite France and the old medieval town with its impressive Cathedral surrounded by the famous Christmas Market. Strasbourg’s history, charm and beauty are there for everybody to admire.

THURSDAY, 9TH DECEMBER | This morning, we go on a full-day full day optional excursion to visit visit Stuttgart Stuttgartwhere wherewe wevisit visitthethe most most

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popular Christmas Market in Germany and the most beautiful and largest in Europe with 230 stalls spread on Marktplatz, Schillerplatz and Schlossplatz. The stalls take the shape of small wooden houses beautifully decorated with Christmas ornaments.

The range of goods on offer is extensive and complemented by ginger cookies and mulled wine to keep us warm. We will also stroll along the 1.2km long pedestrian Konigstrasse, a shopping paradise packed with variety of shops for any taste. One may opt to visit on his own the Mercedes-Benz Museum (extra) which takes you through a journey of more than 130 years of fascinating automotive history and on into the future. Arrangements will be done by the tour leader for those interested to visit the Mercedes-Benz Museum on their own.

FRIDAY, 10TH DECEMBER | Today we head south for our full-day optional excursion on Lake Constance, bordering with Germany, Austria and Switzerland. We visit three German lakeside towns on the lake, starting with Uberlingen, also known as ‘The Riviera at Lake Constance’. Here we meet the local English-speaking guide to take us around the town. We then proceed to nearby medieval Meersburg, built on a steep vineyard. On the way we make a short stop to

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see the church in Birnau which is a popular pilgrimage site. The guide will accompany us in Meersburg and afterwards we board the ferry (fare included) to cross the lake on a 20-minute trip to Constance, the largest town on the lake’s coast. Our walking tour takes us to the town centre, passing through pedestrian streets filled with stalls selling Christmas goods.

SATURDAY, 11TH DECEMBER | Our fullday optional excursion takes us to Colmar in France, a famous romantic place known as ‘Little Venice of Alsace’. Our walking tour takes us through historic cobbled streets,

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¢699 ¢729 ¢869 ¢499

characterized by half-timbered houses and a warm Christmas mood that envelops the heart of the town. We later drive to Freiburg, the hub and capital of the Black Forest region. We walk in the very heart of Freiburg’s historical centre and visit the Gothic Cathedral, dominating the main square. We then walk to Augustinerplatz for the traditional Christmas Market. We shall have free time for sightseeing and shopping.

SUNDAY, 12TH DECEMBER | A day of scenic delights awaits us on our full-day optional excursion to the heart of the Black Forest. This region is greatly known for pro-

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* Special price applies when all excursions are taken There is a large variety of restaurants in the vicinity of the hotel where one can choose from

Air Malta return flights to Zurich Airport 7 nights in 4 star Central Hotel in Schwenningen or similar Welcome drink Rooms with free Wi-Fi, TV, hairdryer, minifridge, tea & coffee facilities & central heating Daily buffet hot and cold breakfast Fitness and Sauna area Return airport transfers Services of tour leader All taxes Insolvency Fund

ducing and selling traditional cuckoo clocks for more than 260 years. We first head to Triberg, with the possibility of casting a glance at the last cascade of the waterfalls (depending on the limited access). We will have time to admire the world’s largest cuckoo clock in Clock Park Eble. We then proceed to Furtwangen Clock Museum (extra), where our guide will show us the largest collection of clocks from all times.

Our last stop will be in Titisee with its natural lake surrounded by forest trees.

MONDAY, 13TH DECEMBER | Today we can have a free day or it is highly sug-

EXCURSIONS CHILD UNDER 12 PAYS HALF Dorotheenhutte/Strasbourg Stuttgart Uberlingen/Meersburg/Constance Colmar/Freiburg Triberg/Furtwangen/Titisee Europa Theme Park (entrance extra)

¢45 ¢45 ¢40 ¢47 ¢40 ¢36

All excursions are guided by an English speaking guide

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gested to join the group and spend an optional day excursion and indulge ourselves in the Christmas atmosphere at the famous Europa Theme Park (extra).

This Christmas Wonderland of adventure guarantees a lot of fun for all ages, with various attractions and spectacular shows, including the sparkling Ferris Wheel, the Circus Revue, with the additional of hundreds of snow-covered Christmas Trees, thousands of lights, glittery baubles all prepared to make our last day a special one at Germany’s biggest theme park during Yuletide.

TUESDAY, 14TH DECEMBER | After breakfast, there will be some free time until we leave for Zurich Airport for our return Air Malta flight departing at 5.20pm and arriving in Malta at 8pm.

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE Mercedes-Benz Museum ¢8 per adult / ¢4 per child Furtwangen Clock Museum ¢7 per adult/¢5 per child Europa Theme Park - ¢55 per adult, children under 4 years are free * All above prices are subject to change

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Christmas Spirit in the Dolomites 8th - 13th December

8th December - Public Holiday 13th December - National Holiday VISITING Pinzolo, Trento, Rovereto, Bolzano, Merano, Verona, Riva del Garda, Arco & Rango WEDNESDAY, 8TH DECEMBER | We meet at the airport at 10.00am for our Air Malta flight, departing at 12.35pm and arriving in Milan Linate airport at 2.25pm. We will be transferred to our hotel in Pinzolo, a small town situated in Trentino, 800m above sea level and surrounded by the Brenta, Adamello and Presanella mountains.

THURSDAY, 9 DECEMBER | Today’s full day optional excursion will start with a visit to Trento, nestled in the mountains, in a wide glacial valley known as the Adige Valley. We will experience the first Christmas market on our holiday. We will later proceed to Rovereto, located at the southern edge of the Italian Alps. In the past, Rovereto was an important centre for the manufacture of silk fabrics. Currently, TH

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¢509 ¢529 ¢639 ¢449 ¢85

* SPECIAL PRICE ¢459 ¢479 ¢589 ¢399

¢459

FRIDAY, 10TH DECEMBER | A magnificent drive through Alpine scenery will take us on a full day optional excursion to Bolzano and Merano. We will first visit the largest town of the Italian Sud-Tirol, Bolzano. Here we will see amongst others the Walterplatz and browse in the pretty town centre full of shops and cafes, also enjoying a Christmas market atmosphere.

We will then proceed to Merano passing by many castles and wonderful scenery to spend a couple of hours in this Italian medieval town, centred around the gothic Via Dei Portici

touch of this magnificent city in the Veneto region; complemented with typical coloured houses and magnificent villas. Amongst other places we will see the mighty Roman Arena, the impressive Baroque Palazzo Maffei, and of course the famous Juliet’s house with its most romantic setting. On the way back to Pinzolo, we will stop at Franciacorta outlet for some shopping.

SATURDAY, 11TH DECEMBER | An optional excursion will take us to Verona for an artistic

SUNDAY, 12TH DECEMBER | Today is the day to enjoy the highlights of Lago di

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wine, rubber, chocolate, glasses, and coffee are the town’s main businesses.

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Air Malta return flights to Milan Linate Airport 5 nights in 4 star Hotel Olympic Royal or similar in Pinzolo Rooms with private facilities, TV, A/C and Wi-Fi Daily buffet breakfast Return airport transfers Services of tour leader Airport taxes & service charge Insolvency Fund

EXCURSIONS Trento/Rovereto Bolzano/Merano Verona/Franciacorta outlet Riva del Garda/Arco/Rango

ADULT ¢45 ¢42 ¢40 ¢35

CHILD ¢23 ¢21 ¢20 ¢18

Garda during our full day optional excursion while driving along the shores of the lake till we arrive in Riva del Garda. We shall roam around the town centre, after which, we will visit a Christmas market in Arco, with 40 stands offering the best local and Italian handicrafts: gift ideas, typical products, candles and glass and pottery objects. We will also visit Rango, one of the most beautiful medieval villages for another Christmas market, before we return to Pinzolo.

MONDAY, 13TH DECEMBER | After checking out of our rooms, we will make our way to Linate airport for our direct Air Malta flight departing at 3.15pm and arriving in Malta at 5.05pm.

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE City tax of ¢2.00 per person per night is to be paid directly at hotel * All above prices are subject to change

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Christmas Markets Luxembourg, Metz & Trier 10th - 13th December VISITING Luxembourg city, Metz (France), Echternach, Vianden and Trier (Germany) FRIDAY, 10TH DECEMBER | We meet at the airport at 4.00pm for our Ryanair flight departure to Luxembourg departing at 6.00pm. On arrival at 8.40pm we are transferred to our 4 star Hotel Melia Luxembourg, our hotel for the next 3 nights. In the hotel you find the AQUA Restaurant, which serves Mediterranean cuisine in a casual yet stylish setting.

SATURDAY, 11TH DECEMBER | Our first optional excursion is to Metz, a charming French provincial city in the Lorraine region located on the east side of the Moselle River, between Nancy and Luxembourg.

We visit the old town and the spectacular Christmas markets in the town square. The town is highlighted by charming festive

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decorations, With its bright lights, festive atmosphere and the delicious scent of freshly cooked delicacies, we’ll have an amazing time at this market. In the evening we return to our hotel in Luxembourg.

SUNDAY, 12TH DECEMBER | Our optional excursion of today will take us to visit Echternach, Luxembourg’s pretty oldest town.

The historic town centre feature a Gothic market square and the remains of the medieval city walls are still visible. The market square filled with Christmas stalls gives and added attraction to this town. A visit to the Abbey of Echternach is suggested to admire the unique stained glasses.We later take a short drive to Trier, Germany’s oldest city. The Trier Christmas Market is set on

PRICE INCLUDES ¢389 ¢399 ¢549 ¢299

Ryanair return flights to Luxembourg airport including 10kg hand luggage 3 nights in 4 star Melia Hotel Luxembourg or similar Extensive buffet breakfast Return airport transfers Services of tour leader Airport taxes and Insolvency Fund

¢389 the medieval Main Market and in front of the imposing backdrop of Trier Cathedral.

Festively decorated little wooden huts offer a wide range of Christmas articles including decorations, wooden toys, candles, handblown glassware, ceramics, crafts and much more. There are also plenty of tasty treats available such as bratwurst sausages, potato pancakes, sweets, hot tea and ‘glühwein’ to stave off the cold.

EXCURSIONS CHILD UNDER 12 PAYS HALF Metz Echternach/Trier Luxembourg/Vianden

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¢39 ¢39 ¢20

MONDAY, 13TH DECEMBER | On our last day join the leader for an optional excursion and visit the city of Luxembourg and the old medieval town of Vianden. We start with the Luxembourg city discovering the top attractions and hidden gems. We will discover, among many others, the prestigious grand ducal Palace, the Corniche also known as the “most beautiful balcony in Europe” as well as the Bock promontory, the cradle of Luxembourg City. We visit Vianden* and the picturesque old town. We are bound to bump into another Christmas market before we end our short break in this lovely and unique city. We later return to our hotel and pick up our luggage (Check out in the morning) and drive to the airport for our flight back to Malta departing at 9.15pm and arriving in Malta at 11.50pm. * (subject to weather conditions as there is a short walk to the castle and path can be slippery).

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Christmas on Lago Maggiore Free visit in Milan 22nd - 26th December VISITING Arona, Macugnaga, Monte Moro, Lago d’Orta, Madonna del Sasso, Stresa, Isola dei Pescatori & Milan

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WEDNESDAY, 22ND DECEMBER | We meet at the airport at 10.00am for our Air Malta flight departing to Milan Linate at 12.35pm.

Upon arrival at 2.25pm we shall proceed to our 4 star Hotel Atlantic in Arona. Later we can join the tour leader for a familiarization walk.

THURSDAY, 23RD DECEMBER | Today our full day optional excursion start with a short stop to admire the statue of St. Charles Borromeo. Then we continue to drive up to Anzasca valley, plunged between the rugged mountains. Macugnaga nestles in the foot of Monte Rosa. The village itself is a cluster of typical alpine buildings. Upon arrival we will take a cable car (extra & weather permitting) to Monte Moro with an elevation of

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FRIDAY, 24TH DECEMBER | Today our half day optional excursion takes us to the quaint village of Orta, situated on Lago d’Orta. We will first go to Pella from where we can take a chu chu train (extra) to the Balcony of Lake Orta at a height of 638m, where the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rock (Madonna del Sasso) is situated. We will later proceed back to Pella from where we take a boat (extra) to Orta; there will be time for lunch (extra) and to roam around the narrow-cobbled streets. We will then make a short visit of the Island of San Giulio, and then continue our boat trip back to Pella.

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¢529 ¢549 ¢689 ¢449 ¢18 ¢128 ¢65

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2868m for a fantastic view of Monte Rosa, a truly unforgettable experience.

* SPECIAL PRICE ¢479 ¢499 ¢639 ¢399

Air Malta return flights to Milan Linate 4 nights in 4-star Hotel Atlantic in Arona or similar Rooms with private facilities & TV Welcome Cocktail Daily Continental Buffet Breakfast Return airport transfers Free visit in Milan Service of tour leader Airport taxes & service charge Insolvency Fund

¢479 SATURDAY, 25TH DECEMBER - HAPPY CHRISTMAS! | Today, we have a half day optional excursion to nearby Stresa, the poshest lake resort on Lago Maggiore. A boat will take us round the Borromean Islands stopping on Isola dei Pescatori (boat included). We will later head back to our hotel for Christmas lunch and time to relax.

EXCURSIONS CHILD UNDER 12 PAYS HALF Macugnaga ¢44 Orta/Lago D’Orta/Madonna del Sasso ¢40 Stresa/Isola dei Pescatori (boat included)¢46

SUNDAY, 26TH DECEMBER | After breakfast we check-out from our rooms and we will head to Milan the capital of Lombardy region. We will stop at Castello Sforzesco and we will continue by foot to visit the Duomo (entrance extra) the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele and the Teatro la Scala from the exterior. We will then make our way to Milan Linate Airport for our Airmalta flight departing at 3.15pm arriving in Malta at 5.05pm.

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE City tax of ¢2.10 per person per night is to be paid directly at the hotel Macugnaga Belvedere cable car - Adult ¢16/Child under 12 yrs ¢11 (0-2 yrs: ¢1.00) Orta Chu Chu Train & Lago D’Orta boat trip - Adult ¢22/Child under 12 yrs ¢15 * All above prices are subject to change

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Christmas in Trieste 22nd - 26th December

25th December - Christmas Day VISITING Trieste, Piran & Prosecco WEDNESDAY, 22ND DECEMBER | We meet at the airport at 4.00p.m. for our Ryanair flight departure at 6.00p.m. On arrival we are transferred to our 4 star NH Hotel in Trieste. We check in and later free time to either enjoy the last day of the Christmas markets in Trieste or to stroll around.

THURSDAY, 23RD DECEMBER | Today we go on a half day optional excursion to the beautiful town of Trieste. Our coach will take us to Castello Miramare with its beautiful surroundings. We visit the town centre walking through Piazza Goldoni to Capitol Hill, the cathedral of San Giusto

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with tis splendid Mosaics and Gothic rose window. We admire this beautiful town, which in the past was under Austrian rule.

Free time for some good shopping and for personal sightseeing.

FRIDAY, 24TH DECEMBER | Discover the most beautiful corners of Slovenia’s Adriatic coast on this optional day excursion from Trieste. We will travel by comfortable coach to Piran: a coastal city with history dating back to ancient times. We enjoy the tranquil atmosphere, and stop by some of its main attractions. We continue along the coast and visit other seaside stops, in-

PRICE INCLUDES ¢429 ¢433 ¢533 ¢333

Ryanair return flights to Trieste airport including 10kg hand luggage 4 nights accommodation in 4 star NH Hotel in Trieste or similar All rooms with private facilities, TV and central heating Buffet breakfast Return airport transfers Services of tour leader Airport taxes and Insolvency Fund

¢429 cluding Portoroz, Izola, and Koper. Time for personal sightseeing before we return to Trieste.

Venice for the day - relaxing independent day without any set timings. Its time to enjoy!

SATURDAY, 25TH DECEMBER | We spend Christmas Day relaxed and enjoying Trieste. We can take the train to go to

SUNDAY, 26TH DECEMBER | Boxing day or another relaxed day. Today we visit town of Prosecco on this optional half day trip from Trieste, and pay homage to its sparkling wine that’s loved around the world. Taking the hassle out of organizing a trip there on your own, this day trip makes it easy with a pickup direct from your Trieste hotel, plus the visit to Prosecco for a tasting session. The trip also includes time in the Ferrari Garden of Stanjel in Slovenia so remember to bring your passport. We later return to our hotel and make our way to the aiport for our return flight departing at 4.10p.m. and arriving in Malta at 6.00p.m.

EXCURSIONS CHILD UNDER 12 PAYS HALF Trieste Piran Prosecco

¢35 ¢39 ¢35

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New Year in Lake Bled 28th December - 2nd January VISITING Lake Bled, Bohinj, Mount Vogel, Ljubljana, Kranjska Gora, Radowljica, Postojna Caves & Predjama Castle

TUESDAY 28TH DECEMBER | We will meet at the airport at 5.00am for our Air Malta direct flight to Ljubljana departing at 7.00am.

On arrival we will be transferred to our 4-star Hotel in Bled. We will go on a half-day optional excursion to explore the town of Bled, known as the pearl of the Slovenian Alpine region due to its emerald-green lake.

We shall visit Bled Castle (extra). We later return to our hotel and check in.

WEDNESDAY 29TH DECEMBER | Today we join in the full-day optional excursion by visiting Postojna Caves (entrance extra), which are amongst the largest in the world with amazing stalactite and stalagmite structures.

We enjoy the Living Nativity in the caves, a special show staged only on these festive days. An electric train will take us into the caves and then a guide will walk us through the most dramatic parts of the caves. We will later proceed to Predjama Castle (entrance extra). Here, one can admire that this structure is built right in the mountains.

THURSDAY, 30TH DECEMBER | This morning we will go on an optional full-day excur-

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sion to visit Ljubljana, the capital city of Slovenia. It also has a baroque section, referred to by the locals at the “Old Town” with narrow cobbled streets nestled between the castle slopes and the river Ljubljanica. Particular highlights of the Old Town include the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, City Hall, the Three Bridges and the open market. After the guided tour, we will take a boat ride (included – weather permitting) on the River Ljubljanica to admire the city from a different view. The rest of the day is free to enjoy Ljubljana.

FRIDAY, 31 DECEMBER | Our full-day optional excursion today takes us to Kranjska Gora. Set near the borders with Austria and Italy, this winter and summer tourist resort touches Triglav National Park. This picturesque village still retains its identity (Fun activities are extra) and it is fun to make use of the cable chairs up on the mountain (extra – weather permitting). On our drive back, we will visit the charming medieval town of Radovljica and visit a restaurant which showcases how the gingerbread hearts are made (entrance extra). In the evening, we ST

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¢529 TUESDAY, 7TH DECEMBER | We meet at the airport at noon for our Air Malta flight to Zurich Airport (opportunity for duty free shopping) departing at 2.25pm. On arrival at 4.50pm we are transferred to our 4 star Hotel Central in Schwenningen, in Germany for our stay in the Black Forest region, ideally situated for discovering the highlights of the area. After check-in at the hotel, we are offered a welcome drink and later we will go for a familiarisation walk in the town’s pedestrian area. will immerse ourselves in the New Year’s Eve TH celebrations by 8joining the gala dinner with WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER | We board live coach music and in the hotel.

Afterwards,inwe can the head to Strasbourg neighmingle with the for crowd theoptional Bled prombouring France a fullonday exenade forOur the midnight fireworks. cursion. coach will take us through the lovely Black Forest’s thick foliage win- HAPPY NEW SATURDAY, 1ST JANUARY try countryside.

On the way we stop at YEAR! | In the morning, can enjoy Dorotheenhutte’s glass we paradise andBled its at our leisure.

In the afternoon we shop. will enjoy unique all-year-round Christmas We a half-daytorelaxing excursion onPetite Lake Bohinj. proceed Strasbourg to visit France We will take a cable (extra) up to and the later old medieval towncar with its impresMount Vogel and admire the stupendous sive Cathedral surrounded by the famous views.

Christmas Market. Strasbourg’s history, charm and beauty are there for everybody SUNDAY, to admire. 2ND JANUARY | A relaxing morning before we check out of rooms and make our way towards Airport for our Air THURSDAY, 9TH Ljubljana DECEMBER | This mornMalta flight departing at 1.45pm and ing, wedirect go on a full day optional excursion arriving in Malta at 3.45pm. to visit Stuttgart where we visit the most

PRICE PER PERSON HOTEL PARK * SPECIAL PRICE Adult in Twin ¢579 ¢529 Adult in Single ¢819 ¢769 Half Board ¢44 ** New Year’s Eve Obligatory Dinner Adult ¢126 Child 6-13 yrs ¢69 Lake View Supplement 5 nights per room ¢100 * Special price applies when half board & all excursions are taken ** New Year’s Eve Obligatory Dinner includes a 7-course Gala Dinner with live music

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PRICE PER PERSON HOTEL RIKLI BALANCE Adult in Triple Adult in Twin Adult in Single Child sharing with 2 adults 2-5 yrs Child sharing with 2 adults 6-12 yrs Half Board ** New Year’s Eve Obligatory Dinner Adult Child 6-13 yrs * Special price applies when half board & all excursions are taken ** New Year’s Eve Obligatory Dinner includes a 7-course Gala Dinner with live music

PRICE INCLUDES ¢579 ¢599 ¢839 ¢319 ¢449 ¢44 ¢126 ¢69

* SPECIAL PRICE ¢529 ¢549 ¢789 ¢269 ¢399 ¢44

Air Malta direct flights to Ljubljana Airport 5 Nights in 4-Star Hotel Park or 4-Star Superior Hotel Rikli Balance in Lake Bled Daily Buffet Breakfast Rooms with private facilities, heating and TV Return Airport Transfers Service of Tour Leader Airport Taxes and Service Charge Insolvency Fund

EXCURSIONS Bled / Bled Caste Postonja Caves & Predjama Castle Ljublijana Bohinj / Mount Vogel

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ADULT CHILD ¢19 ¢10 ¢30 ¢15 ¢39 ¢20 ¢27 ¢14

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE City Tax of ¢3.13 per person per night which is to be paid directly at the Hotel Bled Castle ¢13 Adults / ¢ 8 Children Postonja Caves & Predjama Castle ¢30.80 / ¢20 Gingerbread Museum ¢2.50 Adults Mount Vogel Cable Car ¢24 Adults / ¢12 Children * All above prices are subject to change

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Winter Charms of Slovenia plus a touch of Croatia 28th December - 2nd January VISITING Ljubljana, Kranjska Gora, Bled, Bohinj, Mt Vogel, Postojna Caves and Predjama Castle, Krvavec Skiing Resort TUESDAY, 28TH DECEMBER | We will meet at the airport at 5.00am for our Air Malta direct flight to Ljubljana departing at 7.00am.

On arrival at 9.00am, we will be transferred to our 3 star central City Hotel in Ljubljana.

After check-in we will dedicate some time to truly discover the lovely city of Ljubljana. We will go on an optional 2 hour guided city tour of Ljubljana. Particular highlights of the old town include the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, City Hall, the Three Bridges and the open market. After the guided tour, we will take a boat ride (included – weather permitting) on the River Ljubljanica to admire the city from a different view from the river banks. The rest of the day is free to enjoy Ljubljana.

WEDNESDAY, 29TH DECEMBER | Today we will spend a relaxing optional full-day excursion at the famous Slovenian skiing resort of Kranjska Gora. Set near the borders of Austria and Italy, this winter tourist resort touches the northern part of Triglav National Park. This picturesque village still retains

PRICE PER PERSON Adult in Triple Adult in Twin Adult in Single Child Sharing ** Half Board (7 dinners)

* SPECIAL PRICE ¢549 ¢499 ¢579 ¢529 ¢729 ¢679 ¢449 ¢399 ¢99

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its identity - traditional mountain homes and athletic dynamism are united here. The day spent here is a fun day, with loads to do like sledging (fun activities are extra) or just enjoying the beautiful scenery around.

THURSDAY, 30TH DECEMBER | Today we go on a fascinating optional full-day excursion to Postojna and Predjama. Postojna caves are amongst the largest in the world.

There are 22 kilometres worth of amazing stalagmite and stalactite structures Nativity Scene. An electric train will take us into the caves and then a guide will walk us through the most dramatic parts of the caves. We will also visit Predjama Castle (entrance extra), a unique Gothic structure built right in the mountains under a natural rocky arch high in the stone wall, making access to this castle very difficult in the olden times.

FRIDAY, 31ST DECEMBER | We board our coach, and our full-day optional excursion will take us to spend a day surrounded by

PRICE INCLUDES Air Malta direct flights to Ljublijana Airport 5 Nights in 3-Star Central City Hotel in Ljublijana or Similar Daily Buffet Breakfast Rooms with private facilities, heating, and TV Return Airport Transfers Service of Tour Leader Airport Taxes and Service Charge Insolvency Fund

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¢499 nature and culture. After breakfast, our coach will take us to Bled and Bohinj. Bled is the “pearl” of the Slovenian Alpine region. It has an emerald-green lake, a church on a small island in the middle of the lake and an 11th century medieval castle on a cliff overlooking the lake. This tour will also take us to the largest glacier lake in Slovenia, situated in the region of the Julian Alps mountain range, with the highest Slovene peak Mt Triglav rising above it. We can ride a cable car up Mt Vogel (extra - weather permitting) where we can admire the stupendous view till we reach the summit. In the evening, we will join the locals in the main square to greet the New Year!

SATURDAY, 1ST JANUARY - HAPPY NEW YEAR! | After a late breakfast, a full-day optional excursion takes us to the lovely Krvavec Skiing Resort. We will ride a cable car (extra) up the mountain and enjoy some stupendous views. For the adventurous ones, it is also possible to rent a sledge (extra). We then have time to enjoy lunch (extra) in one of the restaurants. We return to our hotel.

SUNDAY, 2ND JANUARY | Breakfast and free time before we check-out of the rooms and make our way towards Ljubljana Airport for our Air Malta direct flight departing at 1.45pm and arriving in Malta at 3.45pm.

EXCURSIONS Ljubljana Kranjska Gora Postonja Caves & Predjama Castle Bohinj / Bled Kravec Skiing Resort

ADULT CHILD ¢19 ¢10 ¢41 ¢21 ¢31 ¢16 ¢33 ¢17 ¢33 ¢17

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE City Tax of ¢3.13 per person per night which is to be paid directly at the Hotel Postonja Caves & Predjama Castle ¢30.80 Adults / ¢20 Children Mount Vogel Cable Car ¢24 Adults / ¢12 Children * All above prices are subject to change

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New year Scenic Italy & Switzerland Free visit to Milan 27th December - 3rd January VISITING Arona, Lago d’Orta, Madonna del Sasso, Zermatt-Matterhorn, Lugano, Bellinzona, Como, Lecco, Stresa, Isola dei Pescatori, Macugnaga, Monte Moro & Milan MONDAY, 27TH DECEMBER | We meet at the airport at 10.00am for our Air Malta flight departing to Milan Linate at 12.35pm.

Upon arrival at 2.25pm we shall proceed to our 4 star Hotel Atlantic in Arona. Later we can join the tour leader for a familiarization walk.

TUESDAY, 28TH DECEMBER | Today is market day in Arona. We suggest you indulge yourself to some shopping by visiting the stalls along the main road edging the lake.

Early in the afternoon, we will go on an optional excursion to the quaint village of Orta, situated on Lago d’Orta. We will first go to Pella from where we will take a boat (extra) to Orta; there will be time for lunch (extra) and to roam around the narrow-cobbled streets. We will then take the boat to make a short visit of the Island of San Giulio, and then continue our boat trip to Pella. From Pella, we can take a chu chu train (extra) to the Balcony of Lake Orta at a height of 638m, where the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rock (Madonna del Sasso) is situated.

WEDNESDAY, 29TH DECEMBER | After an early breakfast, we head for an optional full day excursion, taking us for quite a long and rewarding scenic drive to Zermatt, a ski

PRICE PER PERSON * SPECIAL PRICE Adult in Triple ¢749 ¢649 Adult in Twin ¢769 ¢669 Adult in Single ¢949 ¢849 Child sharing with 2 adults ¢649 ¢549 Lake View supplement (per person per night) ¢18 Half Board (6 meals) ¢108 Half Board (6 meals - Child) ¢54 New Year’s Gala Night (optional) including glass of wine, water & sweet wine with dessert: Adult ¢78 Child ¢39

resort in Switzerland at the foot of Switzerland’s most famous mountain, the Matterhorn. We will first stop in Tasch where we take the train (extra) to Zermatt (a car free zone). Upon arrival, we can see the main square and street which are full of shops.

The climax in Zermatt is however the ride up the Klein Matterhorn by a 3-tier system of cable cars (extra & weather permitting) where we will visit the Glacier Paradise. On our way one can see a stupendous view of the Matterhorn making it a truly unique experience!

THURSDAY, 30TH DECEMBER | After breakfast, we discover Switzerland on our optional full day excursion, stopping in Lugano. Then, we proceed to an optional lake cruise (extra), after which we have some free time. In the early afternoon, we will proceed to Bellinzona, the capital city of southern Switzerland’s Ticino canton. It is known for its 3 medieval castles, including the hilltop Castelgrande, where we will have the opportunity to take an elevator to the top and enjoy views of the city and the surrounding Alps.

FRIDAY, 31ST DECEMBER | After breakfast, we go for an optional excursion to Como

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¢649 where we can visit the cathedral (entrance extra) and stroll along the lake shore, or even take a short boat ride (extra) on Lake Como. In the early afternoon, we leave for Lecco, the second largest city situated on the shores of Lake Como.

SATURDAY, 1ST JANUARY - HAPPY NEW YEAR! | Today, we have a late breakfast and a free morning. This will give us enough time to continue to explore Arona. Early in the afternoon, we will leave for a half day optional excursion to Stresa nearby, the poshest lake resort on Lago Maggiore. A boat will take us round the Borromean Islands stopping on Isola dei Pescatori (boat included). We will later have enough time to explore Stresa.

SUNDAY, 2ND JANUARY | Today our full day optional excursion starts with a short stop to admire the statue of St. Charles

EXCURSIONS CHILD UNDER 12 PAYS HALF Orta/Lago D’Orta/Madonna del Sasso Tasch Zermatt Lugano/Bellinzona Como/Lecco Stresa/Isola dei Pescatori (boat included) Macugnaga

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Borromeo. Then we continue to drive up to Anzasca valley, plunged between the rugged mountains. Macugnaga nestles in the foot of Monte Rosa. The village itself is a cluster of typical alpine buildings. Upon arrival we will take a cable car (extra & weather permitting) to Monte Moro with an elevation of 2868m for a fantastic view of Monte Rosa, a truly unforgettable experience.

MONDAY, 3RD JANUARY | After breakfast we check-out from our rooms and we will head to Milan the capital of Lombardy region. We will stop at Castello Sforzesco and we will continue by foot to visit the Duomo (entrance extra) the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele and the Teatro la Scala from the exterior. We will then make our way to Milan Linate Airport for our Airmalta flight departing at 3.15pm arriving in Malta at 5.05pm.

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE ¢41 ¢44 ¢39 ¢39 ¢42 ¢39

City tax of ¢2.10 per person per night is to be paid directly at the hotel Macugnaga Belvedere cable car - Adult ¢16/Child under 12 yrs ¢11 (0-2 yrs: ¢1.00) Train Taesch – Zermatt - Adult ¢16/Child under 12 yrs* ¢10 Matterhorn cable car - Adult ¢70/Child 9yrs to 15 yrs* ¢35 /up to 8 yrs* free Lago di Lugano lake cruise - Adult ¢27/ Child under 12 yrs ¢15.00 Orta Chu Chu Train & Lago D’Orta boat trip - Adult ¢22/Child under 12 yrs ¢15 Lago di Como boat trip - Adult ¢12/Child under 12 yrs ¢8 * All above prices are subject to change

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New year in Serbian lakes & mountains Free city tour of Belgrade 27th December - 3rd January VISITING Zlatibor, Sirogojno, Uzice, Kadinjaca Memorial Complex, Stopica Cave, Tara National Park, Vrelo & Belgrade MONDAY, 27TH DECEMBER | We meet at 8.00pm for our Wizzair flight departing to Belgrade at 10.25pm. On arrival we start our drive towards Zlatibor and check in our 4 star Hotel Zlatibor Mona in Zlatibor.

TUESDAY, 28TH DECEMBER | We start off our stay with a half-day optional excursion taking us to Sirogojno and visit the “Staro Selo Sirogojno”, an open-air museum or “ethno village” known as the Old Village Museum. The ethno village displays a set of traditional wooden buildings, including a

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bakery, a dairy, and an inn, all in authentic form. The village of Sirogojno was declared a Monument of Culture of Exceptional Importance in 1983, and it is protected by the Republic of Serbia. We will then proceed to the beautiful waterfalls of Gostilje.

WEDNESDAY, 29TH DECEMBER | Today we will go for a very pleasant full-day optional excursion, taking us to the Tara National Park. The Park is especially famous for its fascinating nature. We will enjoy a tour of Lazici Dam while observing Spajici

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Lake and the area where the famous Pan- the city of Uzice. Set in the valley of Detinja cic’s Spruce was discovered in 1875. We River, surrounded by magnificent beauties will next make a stop at the tourist village of mountains Tara and Zlatibor, there is a Mitrovac where we take a walk-through center of the former Republic of Uzice and TUESDAY, 7TH DECEMBER | We meet at protected woods along the Red Creek to one of the eight Tito’s cities – the city of the airport at noon for our Air Malta flight the natural phenomenon Carpet Meadow. Uzice. Many people pass by this city which to Zurich Airport (opportunity for duty free We will then go down the mountain to the holds a long and wild history. We will later shopping) departing at 2.25pm. On arriver Drina and make a lunch break (extra) make a short visit at We then proceed to rival at 4.50pm we are transferred to our at the beautiful House on the rock. On our Stopica Cave (extra), famous for its 10 me4 star Hotel Central in Schwenningen, in way back we will make a stop at the medi- ters high subterranean waterfall but also its Germany for our stay in the Black Forest eval Raca monastery. climate: it is cold during summertime but region, ideally situated for discovering the warm in winter. The Stopica cave, on the highlights of theTHarea. After check-in at the THURSDAY, 30 DECEMBER | Today we left bank of the Pritavica River, is one of hotel, we are offered a welcome drink and can enjoy a full-day optional excursion to the biggest tourist attractions in Western later we will go for a familiarisation walk in Uvac Lake. We will make our way to the Serbia, near the city of Uzice. We will then the town’s pedestrian area. marvelous lake with Jeeps. Uvac Lake con- make our way to Kadinjaca Memorial Comsists of compound of unreal meanders that plex. This spomenik complex commemoWEDNESDAY, 8TH DECEMBER | We board nature carved in miraculous way, showing rates the brave actions of the soldiers the the coach and head to Strasbourg in neighoff the most beautiful color of crystal-clear Worker’s Batallion who died protecting the bouring France for a full day optional exwaters. In the evening, we shall have a Ser- Republic of Uzice at Kadinjaca Mountain. cursion. Our coach will take us through bian folklore night with dinner in a local In the evening, we shall welcome the new the lovely Black Forest’s thick foliage winrestaurant. year with a Gala Dinner. try countryside. On the way we stop at Dorotheenhutte’s glass paradise and its FRIDAY, 31ST DECEMBER | We will start of SATURDAY, 1ST JANUARY – HAPPY NEW unique all-year-round Christmas shop. We with today’s half-day optional excursion to YEAR! | This morning, we will start our day proceed to Strasbourg to visit Petite France and the old medieval town with its impressive Cathedral surrounded by the famous (PLEASE ASK FOR A COPY OF THE BOOKING CONDITIONS) WINTER Christmas 2021/22 Market. Strasbourg’s history, charm and beauty are there for everybody to admire.

with Brunch. Afterwards, another beautiful half-day optional excursion awaits us! We will drive towards Mokra Gora and enjoy an Archaic Sargan Eight train ride by narrowgauge railway passing gorgeous Tara Mountain landscape. We will visit the Wooden Town located on the top of Mecavnik Hill,

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PRICE PER PERSON Adult in Triple ¢659 Adult in Twin ¢679 Adult in Single ¢829 Child sharing with 2 adults (2-6 years) ¢399 Child sharing with 2 adults (7-11 years) ¢499 Half Board ¢69 New Year’s Eve Obligatory Dinner Adults ¢79 Children ¢39

a traditional settlement founded by famous film director Emir Kusturica. We will also visit the area of White Waters also known as Bele Vode, where we will enjoy the beautiful and calming sceneries of Kamesina river, pine tree forests, thermal springs and the small church of St. John. We later return back to

* SPECIAL PRICE ¢559 ¢579 ¢729 ¢299 ¢399

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Zlatibor and enjoy the afternoon for personal sightseeing.

SUNDAY, 2ND JANUARY | Our optional full-day excursion will take us on a Zlatibor Gastro Tour. We will first have a tasting of dairy products in a local household. We will

EXCURSIONS Zlatibor Tara National Park Uvac Lake Inc. Jeeps Serbian Folklore Night Uzice Mokra Gora Zlatibor Gastro Tour

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ADULT ¢39 ¢46 ¢46 ¢45 ¢41 ¢49 ¢30

CHILD ¢20 ¢30 ¢35 ¢35 ¢20 ¢30 ¢20

then proceed to a local butchery for a tasting of meat products. After, we will visit the local barrel craftsmen for a presentation of making traditional wooden barrels. We will have the opportunity to taste Serbian plum brandy which is a good aperitif before lunch which shall be in a local household. On our way back to Zlatibor we will make a stop at a honey producer for some honey tasting.

MONDAY, 3RD JANUARY | After breakfast, we will check-out of our rooms and make our way to Serbia’s capital city, Belgrade.

On arrival in Belgrade we will enjoy a free city tour. We will then make our way to the airport for our Wizzair flight departing at 7.40pm and arriving in Malta at 9.40pm.

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE City tax of ¢1.30 per person per night is to be paid directly at hotel.

Stopica Cave ¢3 Adults / ¢2 Children Gold Gondola ¢10 Adults / ¢5 Children * All above prices are subject to change

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New year in Budapest, Hungary 30th December - 4th January VISITING Budapest, Danube Cruise, Godollo, Danube Bend, Szentendre, Visegrad, Esztergom & Hungarian Puszta THURSDAY, 30TH DECEMBER | We meet at the airport at noon for our Ryanair direct flight to Budapest departing at 2.35pm. On arrival at 4.55pm, we are transferred to our 4 star Hotel Mercure Budapest Korona in Budapest, after check-in we will have some time to rest. Later we go on an optional 1 hr Danube cruise, where we get our first impression of the illuminated city.

FRIDAY, 31ST DECEMBER | We start off our stay with an optional half day city tour of Budapest. We start on the Pest side of the Capital. We shall see St Stephen’s Basilica, the neo-gothic Parliament building and the Heroes’ Square. Then we drive up to the Castle District and visit the marvellous Matthias Church (entrance included), we see

PRICE PER PERSON Adult in Triple Adult in Twin Adult in Single Child sharing with 2 adults New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner (compulsory)

SATURDAY, 1ST JANUARY - HAPPY NEW YEAR! | Late breakfast and later we shall be visiting the beautiful Godollo castle (entrance extra) which is the world’s second largest Baroque castle. After a guided tour of the castle, we can have a walk in the gardens and enjoy a cup of coffee and some cake in the Palace Café (extra).

SUNDAY, 2ND JANUARY | Our full day optional excursion takes us to the Dan-

PRICE INCLUDES ¢599 ¢639 ¢839 ¢319 ¢98

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the former Royal Palace and the Fisherman’s Bastion. The afternoon is free to enjoy Budapest and we prepare for our obligatory New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner with DJ music during the night for some fun welcoming the New Year of 2022!

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¢599 ube Bend. This special area, where the great river changes course known as the Dunakanyar, will make our day unforgettable. This lovely town of Szentendre with its vivid Baroque architecture and vivid colours are amongst the highlights of this trip. We will also see the town of Visegrad, former royal seat of medieval Hungarian monarch where count Dracula was imprisoned by King Matthias Corvin. Moreover,

EXCURSIONS Danube Cruise City Tour Budapest Godollo Danube Bend Hungarian Puszta

ADULT ¢25 ¢29 ¢39 ¢39 ¢57

CHILD ¢15 ¢15 ¢20 ¢20 ¢29

All excursions are guided by an English speaking guide

we shall visit the city of Esztergom which is the seat of the Hungarian Roman Catholic Archbishop.

MONDAY, 3RD JANUARY | We will enjoy another full-day optional excursion, this time taking us to Kecskemet, the Hungarian puszta a guided walking tour awaits us and then we drive to the horse ranch Varga Tanya. We will be greeted with palinka, a unique equestrian show and a horse carriage ride in the puszta. We then will enjoy a traditional Hungarian lunch incl. drinks and gipsy music in the Csarda restaurant.

TUESDAY, 4TH JANUARY | Late breakfast, check out of the hotel and later proceed to the airport for our flight departing at 12.15pm and arriving in Malta at 2.30pm.

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Bedda Sicilia Catania Break

11th - 14th November

Catania Day Return

27th November

Catania Break - Christmas Shopping

9th - 12th December

Catania Break - St. Agatha Feast

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The ultimate Andre Rieu Concert in his hometown Maastricht, Netherlands plus Christmas Markets 16th - 20th December VISITING Liege, Maastricht, Cologne Namur & Aachen THURSDAY, 16TH DECEMBER | We meet at the airport at 1.30pm for our Air Malta flight to Brussels airport departing at 4.05pm and arriving at 7pm. On arrival we are transferred to our 3 star Hotel in Liege, check-in and overnight.

medieval-era architecture and vibrant cultural scene. In its cobbled old town, is the Gothic-style church dedicated to St. Janskerk and the Romanesque Basilica of St. Servatius houses of significant collection of religious are.

FRIDAY, 17TH DECEMBER | Today after breakfast we can join the leader on a halfday walking city tour to discover Liege, a city along the Meuse River in Belgium. During Christmas time, the entire city is decked out in the colours of celebration! It just is not possible to visit Liège during the month of December without taking a detour via its famous Christmas Village, often cited as the oldest Christmas market in Belgium. With its 200 chalets, each year it attracts many people who come to taste the produce on offer and seek original gifts that can be found in its rows! In the afternoon we can join the leader for an afternoon excursion to Maastricht, a university city in the southern tip of the Netherlands, distinguished by its

SATURDAY, 18TH DECEMBER | Breakfast and then we join the leader on an optional full-day excursion crossing the border to Germany towards Cologne. It’s the largest city in the German Federal State and the fourth most populated city in Germany after Berlin, Hamburg and Munich. Every year, the city centre of Cologne is touched by the magic of the festivities in the run-up to Christmas. Christmas music, arts and crafts, toys, Christmas decorations and the scent of the Christmas bakeries create a wonderful atmosphere. It is not just children’s eyes that light up when pewter pourers, wreath binders and glassblowers demonstrate their art, and the aroma of mulled wine, hot chestnuts and gingerbread fills the air.

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¢539 SUNDAY, 19TH DECEMBER | After breakfast today we start our holiday by going to an optional half-day excursion to Namur. The capital city of the Wallonia region of Belgium. At the confluence of the Meuse and Sambre rivers is the Citadel, a medieval fortress with 7km of underground passages, gardens, views, and a golden statue of a giant turtle. In town, the Felicien Rops Museum focuses on the works of this 19thcentury, Namur-born erotic artist. The baroque St. Loup Church has marble columns and a richly carved ceiling. We return to our hotel to rest so in the evening we attend the much-awaited Andre Rieu concert (optional) in his hometown, Maastricht. Andre

EXCURSIONS Liege Maastricht Cologne Namur Andre Rieu Concert Rank 3 including transfers Aachen

¢25 ¢29 ¢36 ¢29 ¢105 ¢25

Rieu together with the Johann Strauss Orchestra will surely make this night a festive and memorable one for you!

MONDAY, 20TH DECEMBER | After breakfast we check-out of our rooms and later we go on our last half-day excursion to Aachen, located in the border triangle Germany – the Netherlands - Belgium. One of the major sites one can find in Aachen is Aachen Cathedral. The more than 1,200 years old cultural site is the last resting place of Charlemagne and the site of coronation of 30 German kings. Today Aachen Cathedral with its religious architecture annually attracts more than one million visitors. In 1978 it was registered as the first cultural site in Germany on the UNESCO-World Heritage List. We return to our hotel and later make our way to Brussels airport for our Air Malta flight departing at 7.55pm and arriving in Malta at 10.35pm.

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