REV 2016 BROCHURE.indd
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REV 2016 BROCHURE.indd
Itinerary Day 01 MANILA / ROME Depart Manila on board a prestigious airline for an overnight flight to Rome. Enjoy in flight meals and entertainment. Day 02 ROME (D) Welcome to Rome! Upon arrival, proceed to the exit where our representative will meet and assist you. Dinner and transfer to your hotel. Day 03 ROME (ABF,D) Drive to the city for a full day city sightseeing tour which includes a visit to the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. Afterwards, continue the tour seeing the Colosseum, Roman Forum, the beautiful Piazza de Venezia, the Spanish Steps and the Fountain of Trevi. After dinner return to your hotel. Day 04 ROME – ASSISI Approx 3 hrs ASSISI – PISA (ABF,D) Approx 3 hrs Ascend to Assisi, the beloved town of St. Francis, to visit the Upper and Lower Basilica and see the Tomb of St. Francis where you can offer some prayers. Drive to Pisa for a photo stop of the famous Leaning Tower and Pisa Cathedral. Transfer to your hotel in Montecatini Terme for dinner and check in. 4 Day 05 Day 07 PISA – VENICE (ABF,D) Approx 4 hrs Continue your drive to Venice. Upon arrival, take your boat to Venice Island. See San Marco Square and admire the Byzantine St. Mark’s Cathedral, the Clock Tower, the Bridge of Sighs and a panoramic view of the lavish Doge’s Palace. Afterwards see a Murano Glass blowing demonstration. Then reboard your coach for dinner and check in to your hotel for overnight. FELDKIRCH – VADUZ – LUCERNE Approx 2 hrs LUCERNE – BERN (ABF,D) Approx 1 hr 30min Leave Austria and cross the border to Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, dominated by its Castle perched on a hilltop. Continue to Switzerland on your way to the lakeside town of Lucerne for shopping of Swiss products. like, knives, chocolates, Bally shoes and perhaps, a Rolex or an Omega watch. Drive to the capital of Bern and check in to Hotel. Day 06 Day 08 VENICE – INNSBRUCK (ABF,D) Approx 4 hrs INNSBRUCK – FELDKIRCH (ABF,D) Approx 2 hrs Cross the Austrian border today to Innsbruck see the Golden Roof before your visit to the Swarovski Crystal Gallery for a chance to buy some crystal ornaments. Later, transfer to your hotel in Feldkirch for check in. BERN – GLACIER 3000 – BERNE (ABF,D) Approx 2 hrs 30 min Today we see the Swiss Countryside for an excursion to the mountain resort of Glacier 3000 (weather permitting or will be substituted by an alternative mountain resort), an important centre for adventure Tour Highlights Rome The Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, Colosseum, Piazza De Venezia, Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain Assisi The Upper and Lower Basilica Pisa The Leaning Tower and Pisa Cathedral Venice The Byzantine St. Mark’s Cathedral, The Bridge of Sighs, Doge’s Palace and Murano Glass Blowing Exhibition Innsbruck Golden Roof and The Swarovski Crystal Gallery Vaduz Vaduz Castle Day 12 sports, lies between Lake Geneva and Gstaad at an altitude of 1200 metres. We board at Col Du Pilon Station for a cable car ride for about 15 minutes that will bring us to the resort. With Snow all year round. Have some free time to enjoy snow activities that are available during the season. Drive back to Bern. AMSTERDAM – BRUSSELS Approx 3 hrs BRUSSELS – PARIS (ABF,D) Approx 4 hrs Drive through the Belgian border to Brussels. Stop in Heysel district for photos of the famous Atomium, forming the shape of a unit cell of an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times, before heading to the beautiful Grand Place, surrounded by opulent guildhalls and two larger edifices, the city’s Town Hall, and also see the Mannekin Pis. Then cross the French border to the glittering capital, Paris! Day 13 BERN – TITISEE Approx 3 hrs TITISEE – RHINELAND AREA (ABF,D) Approx 3 hrs Leave Switzerland, then cross the German border to Titisee, renowned for its Cuckoo Clock industry. Afterwards, drive pass the Black Forest region on your way to your hotel for overnight. PARIS (ABF,D) After breakfast, drive to the city for a half day city tour of Paris as you see the sights of both banks of the River Seine: the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Concorde Square, the Place Vendome, Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower plus a River Seine Bateaux Mouche Cruise. After a short free time for shopping, proceed to dinner then return to your hotel. Day 10 Day 14 Day 09 RHINELAND AREA - COLOGNE Approx 3hrs 30min COLOGNE - AMSTERDAM (ABF,D) Approx 3hrs 30min More of German countryside sceneries as you make your way to Cologne and visit the 13th - century Gothic Cathedral with its soaring twin – spires. It is the seat of the Archbishop of Cologne and the administration of the Archdiocese of Cologne. It is a renowned monument of German Catholicism and Gothic architecture. Then cross over the Dutch border to Amsterdam. Day 11 AMSTERDAM (ABF,D) This morning, visit a Cheese and Clog Farm and learn how the Dutch people mastered the art of making cheese and clogs. Afterwards, take photos of a Picturesque Windmill then drive to a Diamond Polishing House for a visit. Later, go on a cruise of the ancient canals of Holland’s Golden age aboard a glass - roofed launch and admire the gabled houses and humpback drawbridges. Afterwards, proceed to the restaurant for dinner then back to your hotel. PARIS/ MANILA (B) Your memorable tour concludes today with a transfer to the airport for your flight back to Manila. Day 15 MANILA Arrival in Manila. Home sweet home! Inclusions • • • • • • • • • • Roundtrip AIRFARE First Class Hotel Daily American Breakfast Hotel or Chinese Restaurant Dinner Luxury Private Coach 15-Day Travel Insurance Tips for Driver / Guide Tour Escort Pre-Departure briefing PROFIL Traveling Bag Berne Glacier 3000 Titisee Cuckoo Clock House Cologne The Gothic Cathedral Amsterdam The Cheese and Clog Farm, The Windmill, Diamond Polishing House and Canal Cruise Brussels Grand Place, Mannekin Pis and The Atomium Paris Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Concorde Square, Place Vendome, Opera House, Bateaux Mouche, River Cruise and The Eiffel Tower Not Included • Visa Fees: Schengen: Php 6,500.00 • Travel Tax, Terminal Fee & Airline Taxes • Drinks and Beverage • Airport / Hotel Porterage Visa Requirements • 3 pcs Passport Size Pictures (white background) • Bank Certificate and Bank Statement (within 3 Months) • Passport valid for 6 months (Old & New Passport) • Marriage Contract • Affidavit of Consent (Traveling w/o Spouse) • Income Tax Return • Certificate of Employment with Leave of Absence • Business or SEC Registration Tour Cost Deposit Requirements Please call our office or send email at profilholidays@tactours.com.ph • US$ 1000.00 upon booking (Non-Refundable) • Full payment upon confirmation 5 Itinerary Day 01 MANILA / ROME Depart Manila on a board a prestigious airlines on your way to Rome, Italy. Enjoy in-flight meals and entertainment. Basilica dedicated to him. Continue on to Pisa to for a photo stop at the amazing Leaning Tower. Check in to your hotel. view of the city and harbor. In the afternoon, drive to Montserrat and visit the Royal Basilica, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Virgen Moreneta, the Black Virgin. Day 05 Day 02 ROME (D) Welcome to Rome! After airport formalities, meet and greet then transfer to your hotel for dinner and overnight. Day 03 ROME (ABF,D) Morning guided tour includes the Vatican to visit St. Peter’s Basilica and Square and the Vatican Museum. Continue your sightseeing with Piazza de Venezia, Vittorio Emmanuel Monument, the Roman Forum and a photo stop at the Coliseum. Toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain on the hope of returning to Rome. Free time to walk to the Spanish Steps and shop for luxurious branded goods. Day 04 ROME - ASSISI (2-1/2 hours) ASSISI - PISA (ABF,D) (3 hours) Stop in Assisi the hometown of the Beloved St. Francis. Then onto to St. Francis Tomb at the 6 PISA - MONACO (3 hours) MONACO - NICE (ABF,D) (1 hour) We cross the border to France and stop at the Principality of Monaco. See the Annunciation Cathedral where Prince Rainer & Princess Grace are buried. See the Royal Palace and a view of the Monaco Racing Circuit. Later continue to Nice for dinner and check in. Day 06 NICE - BARCELONA (ABF,D) (7 hours) Leave the French Riviera and cross over the Spanish border on your way to Barcelona. Check in to your hotel upon arrival. Day 08 BARCELONA - LOURDES (ABF,D) (5 hours) After lunch, return to France on your way to the major pilgrimage site in Europe – Lourdes. Check in to your hotel. Rest of the day is free. Day 09 LOURDES (ABF,D) The day is free for private devotion. You may wish to go to the Sanctuary to visit the Underground Basilica, walk the Station of the Cross, take the Holy Bath, drink the water or wash your face in the Grotto, or participate in the veneration of the sick pilgrim. Tonight, why not join the emotive candlelight procession. Day 07 BARCELONA (ABF,D) Morning guided visit to La Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Barcelona’s most famous landmark and Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece. We then visit the Cathedral then continue on to the Olympic Stadium. Ascend to Montjuïc Mountain, which offers a panoramic Day 10 LOURDES - ZARAGOSA (4 hours) ZARAGOZA - BURGOS (ABF,D) (3 hours) ZARAGOSA - BURGOS (ABF,D) (3 hours) Cross the Spanish border on your way to Zaragoza and see the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, Tour Highlights Rome St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican Museum, The Colosseum, Piazza de Venezia, The Fountain of Trevi and The Spanish Steps Assisi Upper and Lower Basilica Pisa The Leaning Tower and Cathedral Nice & Monaco Annunciation Cathedral, Royal Palace and The Monaco Racing Circuit Barcelona Sagrada Familia, Olympic Stadium, Montjuich Mountain and the Royal Basilica Lourdes Sanctuary & Underground Basilica considered the Patroness of the country and the Spanish Civil Guard. Afterwards, dinner then check in to your hotel in Burgos. Theresa and the Cathedral. Continue to the capital city, Madrid. Overnight and dinner at the hotel. Day 15 Day 11 BURGOS - SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA (ABF,D) (6 hours) This morning, visit the Burgos Gothic Cathedral. Afterwards, drive to Santiago de Compostela, a World Heritage City and one of the most important places in Catholicism. In the Cathedral, see the silver crypt where St. James´s remains lie, the statue of St. James the Apostle sitting on the high altar. See the 12th century Portico de la Gloria and the Plaza de Obradoiro. Check in to your hotel. Day 12 SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA - FATIMA (ABF,D) (5 hours) Cross the border of Portugal and drive to Fatima where Our Lady of the Rosary appeared to the 3 little shepherds. Visit Aljustrel to see their homes and Valinhos where Our Lady and the Angel appeared. Then to the Sanctuary to visit the Apparition Chapel and the Great White Basilica where the Blessed Franciso, Jacinta and Lucia are buried. MADRID (ABF,D) This morning, go on a half day city sightseeing tour of this beautiful city and see the Puerto del Sol, Gran Via, Cibeles Fountain, Plaza de Espanya, the Royal Palace and the Cathedral. Afternoon free for shopping. Day 14 FATIMA - AVILA (5 hours) AVILA - MADRID (ABF,D) (1 hour) After breakfast, cross the border to Spain and stop in Avila - the City of Kings and Saints, completely encircled by 11th century walls and birthplace of St. Theresa of Avila and visit the Convent of St. Burgos Burgos Cathedral Santiago De Compostela Cathedral, Portico de Gloria and The Plaza de Obradoiro Day 16 Fatima Sanctuary, Apparition Chapel & The Great White Basilica Day 17 Lisbon Marques de Pombal Square, Belem Palace, Belem Tower, Monument of the Discoveries, Jeronimos Monastery and the Santo Antonio de Padua Church MADRID/ MANILA (ABF) Your memorable tour concludes with a transfer to the airport for your flight back to Manila. MANILA Arrival in Manila. Home sweet home! Tour Cost/ Departure Dates Please call our office or send email at profilholidays@tactours.com.ph Avila Convent of St. Theresa and Cathedral Madrid Plaza de Espagna, Gran Via, Puerta del Sol, Royal Palace and the Cibeles Fountain Inclusions Day 13 FATIMA - LISBON - FATIMA (ABF,D) Drive to the capital of Portugal, Lisbon – see the Tagus river, Marques de Pombal Square, Liberdade Avenue, pass by Belem Palace, official residence of the President of Portugal. Stop at Belem Tower – icon of the Age of Discovery and the Monument of the Discoveries. Close by is Jeronimos Monastery, magnificent example of the Manueline style. Visit Santo Antonio de Padua Church – where Saint Anthony of Padua was actually born. Transfer back to Fatima for some free time for private devotion. You may attend the candlelight procession at night. Zaragosa Shrine of the Our Lady of Pillar • • • • • • • • • • Roundtrip AIRFARE First Class Hotel Daily American Buffet Breakfast Standard or Chinese Dinner Luxury Private Coach Tour Escort Tips for Driver/ Guide 17-Day Travel Insurance Pre-Departure briefing PROFIL Traveling Bag Not Included • Visa Fees: Schengen: Php 6,500.00 • Travel Tax, Terminal Fee & Airline Taxes • Drinks and Beverage • Airport / Hotel Porterage Visa Requirements • 3 pcs Passport Size Pictures (white background) • Bank Certificate and Bank Statement (within 3 Months) • Passport valid for 6 months (Old & New Passport) • Marriage Contract • Affidavit of Consent (Traveling w/o Spouse) • Income Tax Return • Certificate of Employment with Leave of Absence • Business or SEC Registration Deposit Requirements • US$ 500.00 upon booking (Non-Refundable) • Full payment upon confirmation 7 Itinerary Day 01 MANILA/ ZURICH (D) Depart Manila on board a prestigious airline to Zurich, Switzerland. Enjoy in flight meals and entertainment. your walk crossing the St. Charles Bridge and visit the Church of our Lady of Victorious to see the Sto. Niño De Praga. Afterwards, on to the Astronomical Clock in the Old Town where the tour ends. The rest of the day is free. Day 02 ZURICH - LUCERNE (D) (1 hour) Welcome to Zurich! After immigration clearance at the airport, proceed to the exit where our representative will meet and assist you. Board your transfer on your way to the mountain resort of Titlis before spending time the rest of the day shopping at the Old Town for famous Swiss products like knives, chocolates, Bally shoes and perhaps, a Rolex or an Omega watch. Check in to your hotel. Day 03 LUCERNE - VADUZ (2 hours) VADUZ - SALZBURG (ABF,D) (4 hours ) After breakfast, cross the border to Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, and see the Castle perched on a hilltop. then Continue to Salzburg, Austria. Dinner and overnight in Salzburg. Day 04 SALZBURG – PRAGUE (ABF,D) (5 hours drive) After breakfast, visit the Mirabelle Gardens and the Old Town to see the House of Mozart. Then cross the Czech border to Prague, capital of the Czech Republic for dinner and overnight. Day 06 PRAGUE – DRESDEN (2 hours ) DRESDEN – BERLIN (ABF,D) (2 hours) After breakfast, travel to Germany to the city of Dresden and see Frauenkirche, Germany’s most important Protestant church before admiring the Procession of Dukes, a colossal mosaic on the castle wall. Next door we see the cathedral and the tiered façade of the Semper Opera House – the only theatre in Germany that bears the name of its architect. View the Royal Palace – a castle built some 700 years ago and reconstructed as a museum. Continue to Berlin for dinner and overnight. 8 WARSAW - CZESTOCHOWA (ABF,D) (3 hours ) Morning drive around the city to see many historical monuments such as the Palace of Culture, St. John Cathedral, a visit to the Gardens of Lazienski Palace and orientation of the Ghetto Memorial. Then walk the Royal Route to the Old Town. Then in the afternoon long distance drive to Czestochowa for check-in. Day 10 CZESTOCHOWA – AUSCHWITZ (2 hours) AUSCHWITZ – CRACOW (ABF,D) (1hour) After breakfast visit the Jasna Gora Monastery and see the Black Madonna, venerated as the “Queen of Poland”. Continue to Auschwitz to visit the Concentration Camp, a chilling reminder of the Holocaust. Then onto the historic Cracow. Day 11 Day 07 BERLIN (ABF,D) Sightseeing today includes Potsdam the capital city of the German federal state of Brandenburg. Later panoramic views of the Ku’damm, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Tiergardten, the Victory Column, Bellevue Palace, Congress Hall, Kanzleramt, Reichstag, Alexanderplatz, Unter Den Linden and stop for photos in the Checkpoint Charlie, the Brandenburg Gate and the remains of the famous Berlin Wall. Balance of the day is at leisure. CRACOW (ABF,D) Full day sightseeing today starts with a drive to Lagiewniki to visit the Shrine of the Divine Mercy of Sister Faustina. Then continue to the city and walk along the famous Courtyard of the Jagiellonian University and the Old Town. Later, visit the famous Wieliczka Saltmines, The main attractions include dozens of statues, three chapels and an entire cathedral that has been carved out of the rock salt by the miners. Return to the city in time for dinner. Day 12 Day 05 PRAGUE (ABF,D) The walking tour of this beautiful city starts in the Prague Castle and see St. Vitus Cathedral, St. George Basilica, the Old Royal Palace, Golden Lane and to the Daliborka Tower. Then continue Day 09 Day 08 BERLIN – WARSAW (ABF,D) (7 hours ) Cross the Polish border to the capital, Warsaw. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel. Rest of the day is free. CRACOW – BUDAPEST (ABF,D) (6 hours) Travel over the Hungarian border on your way to the capital city of Budapest. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Tour Highlights Lucerne Mt. Titlis and The Old Town Vaduz Vaduz Castle Salzburg Old Town, Mirabelle Gardens and The House of Mozart Tour Cost/ Departure Dates Please call our office or send email at profilholidays@tactours.com.ph Inclusions Day 13 BUDAPEST - BRATISLAVA (2 hours ) BRATISLAVA - VENNA (ABF,D) (1 hour) Morning commence your sightseeing tour which features the Castle Hill, the Fisherman’s Bastion to enjoy a panoramic view of the city and the Parliament House, the 13th century Matthias Coronation Church, the Citadel of Mount Gellert and the Heroes Square. Afterwards Drive to Slovakia on your way to Bratislava for a walking tour of the Old Town and you will view from the coach the Presidential Palace, Bratislava Castle, then continue drive to Vienna for dinner and check in to your hotel. Day 14 VIENNA (ABF,D) After breakfast, city tour of Vienna to include for panoramic sightseeing tour which includes State Opera House, Museum of Natural History & Contemporary Arts, Belvedere Palace, Prater Amusement Park with its giant Ferris Wheel, and a visit to the magnificent Schoenbrunn Palace. After dinner, check-in to your hotel. Day 15 VIENNA / MANILA (ABF) Your memorable tour concludes today after breakfast with a transfer to the airport for your flight back to Manila. • • • • • • • • • • Roundtrip AIRFARE First Class Hotel Daily American Buffet Breakfast Standard or Chinese Dinner Luxury Private Coach Tour Escort Tips for Driver / Guide 16 Days Travel Insurance Pre-Departure briefing PROFIL Traveling Bag MANILA Arrival in Manila. Home sweet home! Dresden Frauenkirche, Semper Opera House, Royal Palace and the Procession of Dukes Berlin Ku’damm, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Tiergardten, Victory Column, Bellevue Palace, Congress Hall, Kanzleramt, Reichstag, Alexanderplatz, Unter Den Linden, Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate and the Berlin Wall Warsaw Palace of Culture, St. John Cathedral, Gardens of Lazienski Palace, Ghetto Memorial, Royal Route and The Old Town Not Included • Visa Fees: Schengen: Php 6,500.00 • Travel Tax, Terminal Fee & Airline Taxes • Drinks and Beverage • Airport / Hotel Porterage Visa Requirements • 3 pcs Passport Size Pictures (white background) • Bank Certificate and Bank Statement (within 3 Months) • Passport valid for 6 months • Marriage Contract • Affidavit of Consent (Traveling w/o Spouse) • Income Tax Return • Certificate of Employment with Leave of Absence Deposit Requirements Day 16 Prague Prague Castle, St. Georges Basilica, St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, Golden Lane, Daliborka Tower, St. Charles Bridge, Church of Our Lady of the Victorious and The Astronomical Clock • US$ 500.00 upon booking (Non-Refundable) • Full payment upon confirmation Czetochowa Jasna Gora Monastery Auschwitz Auschwitz Concentration Camp Cracow Shrine of the Divine Mercy, Courtyard of the Jagiellonian University, Old Town and The Wieliczka Salt Mine Budapest Castle Hill, Heroes Square, Fishermen’s Bastion, Parliament House, Mount Gellert Citadel and Matthias Coronation Church Bratislava Presidential Palace and The Bratislava Castle Madrid State Opera House, Museum of Natural History & Contemporary Arts, Belvedere Palace, Prater Amusement Park and The Schonbrunn Palace 9 Itinerary Day 04 Day 01 MANILA/ COPENHAGEN Depart Manila on board a prestigious airline on your way to Copenhagen, Denmark. Enjoy in flight meals and services. Day 02 COPENHAGEN (D) Arrival in Copenhagen, Denmark. After immigration and customs, meet and greet then commence your city tour. See the Christianborg Castle & Amalienborg Palace. See the Church of Our Savior, Stock Exchange and the world famous statue of the Little Mermaid. Afterwards, transfer to your hotel for dinner and check in. OSLO (B, D) Breakfast on board the ferry. Arrival in Oslo. After disembarkation, you will have a city sightseeing. See the City Hall where the Nobel Peace winner are being announced yearly, visit the Viking Ship Museum and see the best preserved Viking ships in the world and also visit the famous Vigeland Sculpture Park, then check-in at your hotel. Dinner at a restaurant. Day 05 OSLO – STOCKHOLM (B, D) After breakfast, travel over the Swedish border on your way to Stockholm. Upon arrival, check - in to your hotel. one of the most beautiful & well known buildings in the world as frequently used for the yearly Nobel Prize Awarding Banquet & then see the Royal Palace and the Old Town. Later, transfer to the pier to board your overnight cruise via SILJA LINE on your way to Helsinki, Finland. Buffet dinner on board. Day 07 HELSINKI (B, D) Arrival in Helsinki. After disembarkation, you will have a city sightseeing that includes the Church of the Rock, Sibelius Monument and see the City Hall, the Presidential Palace before checking out the Helsinki Local Art and Craft Open Air Market to shop for souvenirs. Later, check-in at your hotel. Day 08 Day 03 COPENHAGEN – OSLO (B, D) After breakfast, travel North Zealand for a panoramic view of the Kronborg Castle and visit Frederiksborg Castle. Afterwards, transfer to the pier and board your overnight cruise via DFDS FERRY to Oslo, Norway. Buffet dinner on board. 10 Day 06 STOCKHOLM – HELSINKI (B, D) This morning, start your half day sightseeing tour with a visit to the Vasa Museum and see the only remaining & intact 17th century ship in the world. See the famous City Hall of Stockholm and its courtyard, which is the main symbol of the city and HELSINKI – ST. PETERSBURG (B, D) Early morning transfer to the train station and board your 2nd Class Train to St. Petersburg, Russia. Upon arrival, proceed for sightseeing of the city. Drive along Nevsky Prospekt and see the St. Isaac’s Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, the original Citadel of St. Petersburg. Tour Cost/ Departure Dates and the Red Square and see Lenin’s Mausoleum, visit St. Basil’s Cathedral and some free time for shopping at the Gum Department Store. Please call our office or send email at profilholidays@tactours.com.ph Day 12 MOSCOW / MANILA (B) Visit to the Underground Metro and see the magnificent murals adorning the stations, and a photo stop at Moscow University. Later, departure transfer to the airport for your flight back to Manila. Day 13 MANILA Arrival in Manila. Home Sweet Home! Inclusions • • • • • • • Tour Highlights Day 09 ST. PETERSBURG (B,D) Your tour includes the Czar’s Winter Palace, formerly the residence of the Czars and now the home of the world famous Hermitage Museum where entrance is included, see the world’s largest and most valuable collections. Then we proceed to Petrodvorets (Peter’s Palace) also known as the ‘Russian Versailles’ and the Summer Palace of Peter the Great which was used for a period of 200 years for official ceremonies, sumptuous feasts and formal reception. Visit the Grand Palace and see the numerous fountains, beautiful cascades, and marble statues of gods and heroes. Day 10 ST. PETERSBURG - MOSCOW (B,D) Morning visit to Pushkin, the home of Russia’s last czar, and visit the gorgeous gold and blue architecture of the magnificent Catherine Palace named for Catherine I, the wife of Peter the Great. In the afternoon, take the 2nd class train on your way to Moscow. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is free. Day 11 MOSCOW (B, D) Your sightseeing tour will include a visit to Kremlin and the Cathedrals, namely the Assumption, Annunciation, Archangel, Deposition and the 12 Apostles Cathedral. Visit the Armony Chamber Copenhagen Kronborg Castle, Frederksborg Castle, Christianborg Castle, Amalienborg Palace, Church of Our Savior, Stock Exchange and the Statue of The Little Mermaid Oslo City Hall, Viking Ship Museum and the Vigeland Sculpture Park Stockholm City Hall, Royal Palace and The Vasa Galleon Museum Helsinki City Hall, Church of the Rock, Presidential Palace, Helsinki Local Art and Craft Open Air Market and The Sibelius Monument St. Petersburg Hermitage Museum, Catherine Palace and Park, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Grand Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, Summer Palace of Peter the Great and St. Nicholas Church Moscow Kremlin, Assumption, Annunciation Cathedral, Archangel Cathedral, Deposition Cathedral, 12 Apostles Cathedral, St. Basil’s Cathedral, Red Square, Lenin Mausoleum, The Armory Chamber, Gum Department Store and the Underground Metro Stations • • • • • • Roundtrip AIRFARE First Class Hotel Daily American Buffet Breakfast Standard Dinner Luxury Private Coach Overnight cruise: Copenhagen - Oslo and Stockholm - Helsinki 2nd Class Train Ticket: Helsinki St. Petersburg & St. Petersburg - Moscow Local Guide & Tour Escort 13-Day Travel Insurance TIPS FOR DRIVER / GUIDE Hotel/ Port/ Station baggage handling Pre-Departure briefing PROFIL Travel Bag Not Included • Visa Fees: Schengen: Php 6,500.00 Russia: Php 7,500.00 • Travel Tax, Terminal Fee & Airline Taxes • Drinks and Beverage • Airport/ Hotel Porterage Visa Requirements • 3 pcs Passport Size Pictures (white background) • Bank Certificate and Bank Statement (within 3 months) • Passport valid for 6 months (Old & New Passport) • Marriage Contract • Birth Certificate (photocopy) • Income Tax Return • Certificate of Employment with Leave of Absence Deposit Requirements • US$ 500.00 upon booking (Non-Refundable) • Full Payment upon confirmation 11 Itinerary Day 01 MANILA / LONDON Depart Manila on board a prestigious airlines. Enjoy in-flight services on board. Day 02 LONDON Arrive in London, the capital of England. Transfer to your hotel. Rest of your time is free. preserved bathing complex still flows with water from Britain’s only hot spring. Drive to Cardiff, capital of Wales. Day 08 CARDIFF - WATERFORD, Ireland (B, D) In the heart of the capital city we visit the medieval Cardiff Castle, a truly remarkable site with a history that spans over 2000 years. Cross the Irish Sea by ferry to the Emerald Isle and transfer to historical Waterford. DUBLIN (B,D) Morning guided tour include a visit toTrinity College and see the Book of Kells. Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the largest in Ireland. Enjoy a storehouse tour at Guinness Brewery, perhaps the world’s favorite Irish brand. Discover how the iconic, black and creamy stout is brewed, finish with a free pint of Guinness at Gravity Bar as you drink in spectacular views over Dublin! Balance of the day is free. Tonight, enjoy an Irish Show. Day 06 Day 09 Day 05 Day 03 LONDON (B, D) See the famous House of Parliament, Big Ben, London Eye, Westminster Abbey, River Thames, Buckingham Palace and possible the Changing of the Guards. Visit the Tower of London and see the priceless Crown jewels! In the afternoon, visit Windsor Castle. Tonight, you might want to watch a Musical Play. Day 04 LONDON - WILTSHIRE-BATH - CARDIFF, Wales (B, D) Drive to Wiltshire to see Stonehenge, a mystical ancient monolith rock formation and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the famous Roman Baths that gave the city its name. This beautifully 12 WATERFORD - BLARNEY - KILLARNEY (B,D) Watch the master craft men at work during our visit to the renowned House of Waterford Crystal. At Blarney Castle, kiss the Blanery Stone and acquire the gift of gab. Cross Kerry Mountains to Killarney. Day 07 KILLARNEY - ADARE - KILDARE - DUBLIN (B,D) Enjoy the sights of Killarney National Park from the traditional Irish Jaunting Car Ride. Stop at Adare, one of prettiest village and a Heritage town of Ireland. Stop at Kildare Village to shop for designer fashion brands wity up to 60% off. Then continue on to the capital city, Dublin. DUBLIN - BELFAST (B,D) Stop at the spectacular Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World heritage site and one of the most iconic natural wonders in Britain. Then to Belfast, administrative capital and largest city of Northern Ireland. See the City Hall, the Albert Memorial Clock Tower, Queens University and the Parliament House at Stormont. Day 10 BELFAST - EDINBURGH, Scotland (B,D) Step back in time and uncover life in Belfast from 100 years ago as you follow the story of the ill-fated Titanic in the new state of the art TITANIC Belfast Building. Next, board your ferry and cross the North Tour Cost/ Departure Dates Please call our office or send email at profilholidays@tactours.com.ph Inclusions • • • • • • • • • Roundtrip AIRFARE First Class Hotel Daily Hot Breakfast Meals as specified Luxury Private Coach Tips for Driver/ Guide Tour Escort Pre-Departure briefing PROFIL Traveling Bag Not Included Channel to Cairnyan on Scotland’s southwest coast, and continue through the scenic Scotish border country to Edinburgh. castle in England. Then drive Startford. Upon-Avon and visit Shakespeare Birthplace and Visitor Center, where he was born and raised. Day 11 Day 14 EDINBURGH (B,D) Visit Edinburgh Castle, perched above the city and to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. See the Royal Mile, the elegant Holyrood House in the shadow of Arthur’s seat, and the new Scottish Parliament building. Balance of the day is at your leisure. Day 12 EDINBURGH - YORK, England (B D) Drive to York , England ’s most complete medieval city. Walking tour includes the narrow Shambles and a visit to York Cathedral. Day 13 YORK - WARWICK - STRATFORD (B D) Visit Warwick Castle known as the finest medieval STRATFORD - OXFORD - LONDON (B D) Enjoy a walking tour of Oxford University and see Courtyards and cobbled lanes. If time permits, stop at Bicester Outlet Shop then back to London. Day 15 LONDON/ MANILA (B) Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Manila. Day 16 MANILA Home Sweet Home! • Visa Fees: Schengen: Php 6,500.00 Russia: Php 7,575.00 • Travel Tax, Terminal Fee & Airline Tax: US$ 500.00 (subject to change) • Drinks and Beverage • Airport / Hotel Porterage Visa Requirements • 3 pcs Passport Size Pictures (white background) • Bank Certificate and Bank Statement (within 3 Months) • Passport valid for 6 months • Marriage Contract • Affidavit of Consent (Traveling w/o Spouse) • Income Tax Return • Certificate of Employment with Leave of Absence Deposit Requirements • US$ 500.00 upon booking (Non-Refundable) • Full payment upon confirmation 13 Itinerary Day 01 MANILA / JOHANNESBURG Depart Manila on board a prestigious airline for an overnight flight to Johannesburg, South Africa. Day 02 JOHANNESBURG - SUN CITY (D) Morning arrival in Johannesburg! After passport formalities, drive to Gold Reef City to savor the offering of traditional African music, dance and history found throughout the complex. Nowhere else will the tourist find such a comprehensive and colourful depiction of mining life at the turn of the nineteenth century when you visit the Gold Reef Gold Mine. Enjoy an underground mining experience and the sight of a gold bar being poured from the furnace. Transfer to the Sun City Complex for check-in and dinner. Day 03 SUN CITY (BLD) Go on an early morning game drive on board open vehicles in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve, this park is home to healthy population of lions, leopard, black & white rhino, elephants & buffalo – Africa’s ‘Big Five’. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Enjoy the rest of the day exploring the Sun City Complex where you can swim, gamble, play golf or just plain shopping! Day 04 SUN CITY - PRETORIA - JOHANNESBURG / GEORGE (BLD) Drive to Pretoria for sightseeing with visit to Voortrekker Museum, built in honor of the Voortrekkers 14 (pioneers) who left the Cape Colony. Continue to Johannesburg Airport for your flight to George. Upon arrival, go on an orientation tour of George then transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is free. Day 05 GEORGE - KNYSNA (BLD) After breakfast, visit the Outeniqua Transport Museum then proceed to Knysna and take the John Benn River Cat Cruise for spectacular views of the Knysna Heads from the Knysna Lagoon. The Lagoon, more accurately defined as an estuary, has five fresh water rivers flowing in from the surrounding Outeniqua Mountains meeting with the surge of sea water from the Indian Ocean through the mighty headlands – known as the ‘Knysna Heads’ - the grand sandstone cliffs towering above the entrance to the Lagoon. Day 06 KNYSNA - OUDTSHOORN (BLD) This morning, experience true natural beauty as you explore the Cango Caves - an underground jewel in the heart of the Swartberg Mountain Range. Visit Cango Wildlife Ranch, where you can view and learn more about the facts & fiction of the crocodiles, lions, cheetahs, pumas, jaguars and giggle at the antics of the Bengal tiger cubs. After lunch, visit Highgate Ostrich Farm where you can enjoy riding the birds at your own risk, stand on their eggs, touch the birds and cuddle the chicks. Professional multilingual guides take you on a conducted tour where you will learn about the birds, experience laughter & beauty situated in a valley surrounded by thousands of ostriches and majestic mountains. Afterwards, check in to your hotel. Day 07 OUDTSHOORN - CAPE TOWN (BLD) Continue your journey today to Mossel Bay and visit Bartholomeu Dias Museum also known as the Post Office Tree Museum complex. Passing ships left post at this tree for more than 500 years for homebound European ships. Onwards to Cape Town for dinner hotel check-in. Day 08 CAPE TOWN (BLD) Visit Table Mountain (weather permitting) which, over the centuries, has become one of South Africa’s best known landmarks. The famous flat top is approximately 3 km wide and its highest point 1086m above sea level. The summit can be reached by a cable car with a revolving floor for panoramic views. Orientation tour follows which includes the House of Parliament and the Castle of Good Hope. Then visit Groot Constantia Wine Estate for wine tasting before dinner. Day 09 CAPE TOWN (BLD) Drive to Hout Bay Harbour by taking the Nauticat Launch Cruise to view the seals of Duiker Island. Continue onto Simon’s town to get a closer look at the penguins at Boulders Beach. Then take a breath-taking drive that will lead you to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, undoubtedly one of the Cape’s biggest attractions. Situated at the most southern point of the Cape Peninsula, and flanked by the cold Atlantic Ocean on the west and the warm Indian Ocean on the east, world-famous for its unique flora and fauna and spectacular scenery, the nature reserve is unique world wide. The reserve has a Tour Cost/ Departure Dates Please call our office or send email at profilholidays@tactours.com.ph Inclusions spectacular coastline, with Cape Point boasting the highest sea cliffs in South Africa. Take the Flying Dutchman funicular railway will take you up to the highest view point above Cape Point, looking over the Cape of Good Hope. Day 14 Day 10 Day 15 CAPE TOWN / MANILA (B) After breakfast, some free time until your departure transfer to the airport for your flight back to Manila. Day 11 MANILA Arrival in Manila. Home Sweet Home! Optional: 4D3N EXTENSION TO VICTORIAL FALLS Day 12 CAPETOWN/VICTORIA FALLS (BLD) Breakfast and check out hotel and transfer to airport for flight to Victoria Falls. Arrive VFA, local guide and coach to meet group, then transfer to hotel for check in and free time. Afternoon guided tour of the Falls and the rainforest. Dinner at the Hotel. Day 13 VICTORAI FALLS - CHOBE NATIONAL PARK BOTSWANA (BLD) Breakfast at the Hotel and check out. Drive to Chobe Botswana. Check in and lunch at the Lodge upon arrival. Afternoon game cruise on the Chobe River. Dinner at Chobe Safari Ladoge. CHOBE - VICTORIA FALLS (BLD) Breakfast at the Lodge. Morning game safari drive. Lunch at the Lodge and check out. Drive back to Victoria Falls, check in and dinner at the Hotel. VICTORIA FALLS/ MANILA (B) Breakfast at the Hotel and check out. Transfer to airport for flight back to Manila. • • • • • • • • • Roundtrip AIRFARE First Class Hotel Accommodations Full Board Meals Private Coach Tour Escort Tips for Driver/ Guide 11-Day Travel Insurance Pre-Departure briefing PROFIL Traveling Bag Not Included • Visa Fees: Php 1,500.00 • Travel Tax, Terminal Fee & Airline Taxes • Porterage at Airport and Hotels • Drink and Beverages Visa Requirements • 3 pcs Passport Size Pictures (white background) • Bank Certificate and Bank Statement (within 3 Months) • Passport valid for 6 months • Marriage Contract • Affidavit of Consent (Traveling w/o Spouse) • Income Tax Return • Certificate of Employment with Leave of Absence • Business or SEC Registration Deposit Requirements • US$ 500.00 upon booking (Non-Refundable) • Full payment upon confirmation 15 Day 01 Arrive Amsterdam airport, transfer on your own to Hotel. Check in and free time. Day 02 Amsterdam City Tour, Volendam, marken & Windmills. (ABF) Day 03 Day 01 Day 01 Arrive Barcelona airport, transfer on your own to Hotel. Check in and free time. Arrive Budapest airport, transfer on your own to Hotel. Check in and free time. Day 01 Day 02 Day 02 Barcelona Highlights Sightseeing and Walking Tour. (ABF) Day 02 Budapest City Tour. (ABF) Morning Half Day Tour of Lisbon. Afternoon transfer on your own to Fatima. (ABF) Day 03 Day 03 Day 03 Full day free at leisure. (ABF) Full day free at leisure. (ABF) Day 04 Day 04 Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own.(ABF) (ABF) Day 04 Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own. (ABF) Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own. (ABF) Hotel & Tour Cost Hotel & Tour Cost Hotel & Tour Cost Full day free at leisure. (ABF) Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: US$ 470.00 245.00 Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation (Mercure City Ams Hotel or similar) • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours 16 Arrive Lisbon airport, transfer on your own to hotel. Check in and free time. Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: US$ 440.00 220.00 Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation (Gotico Hotel or similar) • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: US$ 270.00 90.00 Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation (Novotel Centrum Hotel or similar) • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours Full day free at leisure in Fatima. (ABF) Day 04 Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own to Lisbon airport. (ABF) Hotel & Tour Cost Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: US$ 280.00 110.00 Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation Lisbon: Lisboa Hotel Fatima: Fatima Hotel • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours Day 01 Day 01 Arrive London airport, transfer on your own to Hotel. Check in and free time. Arrive Madrid airport, transfer on your own to Hotel. Check in and free time. Day 02 Day 02 Majestic London Tour.(ABF) Madrid Royal Palace Panoramic Tour. (ABF) and Day 03 Day 01 Day 01 Arrive Paris airport, transfer on your own to Hotel. Check in and free time. Arrive Prague airport, transfer on your own to Hotel. Check in and free time. Day 02 Day 02 Paris City Tour. (ABF) Grand City Tour, Prague Castle and Boat Cruise. (ABF) Day 03 Full day free at leisure. (ABF) Day 03 Full day free at leisure (ABF) Day 04 Full day free at leisure. (ABF) Day 03 Full day free at leisure. (ABF) Day 04 Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own. (ABF) Hotel & Tour Cost Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: US$ 450.00 300.00 Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation (Holiday Inn Kings Cross) • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours Day 04 Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own. (ABF) Hotel & Tour Cost Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: US$ 340.00 180.00 Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation (Mercure Hotel Plaza De Espana or similar) • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own. (ABF) Hotel & Tour Cost Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: US$ 260.00 250.00 Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation (Tim Hotel or similar) • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours Day 04 Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own. (ABF) Hotel & Tour Cost Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: US$ 280.00 130.00 Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation (NH Prague or similar) • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours 17 Day 01 Day 01 Day 01 Arrive Rome airport, transfer on your own to Hotel. Check in and free time. Arrive Vienna airport, transfer on your own to Hotel. Check in and free time. Day 02 Day 02 Day 02 Day 03 Day 03 Full day free at leisure. (ABF) Full day free at leisure.(ABF) Day 04 Day 04 Full day free at leisure. (ABF) Vienna City Tour and Schonbrunn Palace. (ABF) Day 01 Arrive Warsaw airport, transfer on your own to Hotel. Check in and free time. Arrive Zurich airport, transfer on your own to Hotel. Check in and free time. Day 02 Zurich City Tour. (ABF) Morning Sightseeing Tour of Warsaw. (ABF) Day 03 Day 03 Full day free at leisure. (ABF) Full day free at leisure. (ABF) Day 04 Day 04 Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own. (ABF) Hotel & Tour Cost Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: US$ 410.00 200.00 Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation (Gambrinus Hotel or similar) • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own.(ABF) Hotel & Tour Cost Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: US$ 330.00 100.00 Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation (Flemings Westbahnhof Hotel or similar) • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own. (ABF) Check out hotel and Transfer to airport on your own.(ABF) Hotel & Tour Cost Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: US$ 310.00 110.00 Hotel & Tour Cost Twin/ Triple: Single Supplement: Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation (Mercure Grand Hotel or similar) • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours Inclusions • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation (Novotel City West or similar) • Daily Hotel Breakfast • Seat In Coach Tours ALL RATES, HOTELS AND TOURS subject to change upon actual booking 18 US$ 440.00 255.00