Wonders of Europe

· Return international full-service flights (economy class), departure city surcharges may apply

· 12 nights in 3 and 4-star hotel accommodation

· Enjoy daily breakfast

· English speaking tour leader and guide

· Parking and toll fees

· City tax in Prague

· Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicles

· Return airport transfers

• Arrive Early: Arrive up to 30 days before your tour starts (does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stay Behind: Return up to 30 days after your tour concludes (does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stopover Packages: Break up the long-haul flight with a stopover at a fantastic location (see checkout for details)
• Flight Upgrades: Upgrade to Business Class (see checkout for details)
• Preferred Airline: Fly with a preferred airline (see checkout for details)

Please note: Extra charges may apply. See the Important Info section and checkout cart for fees and details.

Today depart for Vienna, Austria!

Meals included: In-Flight

Welcome to Vienna! Upon arrival be met by a tour representative and transferred to the hotel. Relax for the rest of the day.

Overnight: Ibis Styles Messe Prater or similar, Vienna

Meals included: None

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a half day guided tour of the city (entrances not included). You will follow the Ringstrasse, the central area where the Opera, the historic Art Museum, Parliament, the City Hall, University, and National Theatre are located. You will also see the Prater neighbourhood with its panoramic Ferris wheel, and perhaps Vienna’s most famous attraction – St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure in the Imperial Capital city of Austria.

Overnight: Ibis Styles Messe Prater or similar, Vienna

Meals included: Breakfast

Today, depart for an orientation tour of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, with your Tour Leader. See the Gothic Cathedral, the Archbishop Palace, the Opera, the Tower of St. Michael and more. Afterwards walk through the main square before continuing to the Bratislava Castle, perched atop a hill providing beautiful views of the city below. This afternoon enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure after an approximately 85 kilometre travel day.

Overnight: Crowne Plaza or similar, Bratislava

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast the journey continues to Prague – voted one of the prettiest cities in the world!

Upon arrival enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Today, is approximately a 330 kilometre travel day.

Overnight: Royal Hotel or similar, Prague

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel join your local guide for a half day tour of the city (entrances not included). Visit the Hradcany Borough (the Castle district) where you will see the Royal Castle “Hrad”, the “Zlata Ulicka” (Golden Street) and the Gothic Cathedral of St Vitus. Afterwards, visit Mala Strana (Lesser Town) where you will then see St Nicholas Church, a masterpiece of baroque art. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to discover the ‘City of the Hundred Spires’. Perhaps try some of the Czech Republic’s famous beer at one of the many traditional pubs serving a variety of different ales and local gastronomy. Afterwards you may enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Royal Hotel or similar, Prague

Meals included: Breakfast

Today, explore the day at your leisure.

Overnight: Royal Hotel or similar, Prague

Meals included: Breakfast

Today travel to Budapest via Brno with some free time to explore. Today is approximately a 550 kilometre travel day.

Overnight: Ibis Styles Budapest Centre or similar, Budapest

Meals included: Breakfast

Today enjoy a half day tour with a local guide of Budapest, starting in the Buda side of the city (entrances not included). See the Buda Castle, Saint Matthias Church, the Fisherman's Bastion and more. Afterwards visit the Pest side of the city. Here you will see the stunning Royal Palace and the Citadel. Enjoy the rest of the day free at leisure.

Overnight: Ibis Styles Budapest Centre or similar, Budapest

Meals included: Breakfast

Today depart to Romania’s Cluj-Napoca, the unofficial capital of the Transylvania region. It's home to universities, vibrant nightlife, and an energetic multicultural environment. Upon arrival enjoy the afternoon at leisure after an approximately 460 kilometre travel day.

Overnight: Ramada by Wyndham or similar, Cluj-Napoca

Meals included: Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast before leaving Cluj-Napoca for Brasov in the Carpathian Mountains of southern Transylvania. The city is home to Bran Castle, better known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’ (entrance not included).
Enjoy a walking tour with your tour leader of the main attractions of this medieval city. See the narrow Rope Street, The Black Church, The First Romanian School, and the District of Schei, the old Romanian district on an approximately 270 kilometre travel day.

Overnight: Ramada by Wyndham or similar, Brasov

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, continue to Bucharest - the capital of Romania, which used to be called ‘Little Paris’. Upon arrival meet a local guide for a half day tour of this amazing city. The panoramic tour includes the University Square, the Patriarchal Church, the Stavropoleos Monastery, and the Parliament building (entrances not included).
Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure after an approximately 180 kilometre travel day. You may like to visit the Arcul de Triumf (identical to the Arc de Triomphe from Paris) or Lipscani, the old town of Bucharest.

Overnight: Mercure Bucharest City Centre or similar, Bucharest

Meals included: Breakfast

Experience your final day free at leisure. Perhaps, explore the well-known food and bar scene or wander down the most beautiful street in the city - 'Calea Victoriei' - well-known for its 16th-century aristocratic charm.

Overnight: Mercure Bucharest City Centre or similar, Bucharest

Meals included: Breakfast

Today at the appropriate time you will be transferred to the airport for the return flight back to Australia.

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some flights may arrive in Australia +1 day.

After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation, directing you to an online Passenger Information Form. You must complete the Passenger Information Form within 72 hours of purchase.
 
Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.
 
On purchasing this Travel Offer, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions and the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information. 
 
Please note: All countries and territories have different entry requirements in relation to vaccinations, quarantine/isolation periods and travel restrictions. Due to the evolving nature, we would ask all of our customers to monitor, meet and adhere to the specific requirements of their intended destination(s) in the lead-up to and immediately before travel, as well as any requirements post-travel upon their return.
 
CANCELLATION POLICY
Tour packages are non-refundable. If your tour package is affected by Covid-19-related travel restrictions and you are unable to travel, you will receive either a free date change (credit that is specific to your original package and purchase value) or an open credit less any non-recoverable supplier fees to the value of your original purchase for use on any other tour or package available via the TripADeal website.
 
Please note: Date change credits are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed by TripADeal, not the tour operator you are due to stay with.
 
We recommend you consider purchasing travel insurance with Covid-19 protection. The standard cancellation policy will apply if you cannot travel because you have tested positive for Covid-19.
 
Please note: All additional charges are payable in AUD (unless otherwise stated). 
 

This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 28th October 2025.
 
This travel offer is priced per person based on a twin share. 
 
Single Traveller Supplement
For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement of $1350 applies. 
Please note: accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.
 
Departure Dates
2025
March: 25
May: 6
June: *3
August: *19
September: *9
October: 14, 28
Please note: See checkout for live dates and availability.
 
Surcharges
Please note: 
• Dates/months with a * incur a high season surcharge of $220 per person.

Departure Cities
Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, *Brisbane, *Adelaide or *Auckland.
 
Departure City Surcharges
• Brisbane or Adelaide: $100 per person
• Auckland: $500 per person
 
International Full-Service Flights
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
Please note: We cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation. 
 
Missed Flights 
If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact us as soon as possible to make arrangements. 
 
Preferred Airline Surcharge
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Qatar: $400 per person 
• Emirates: $400 per person 
Please note: 
• Preferred airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost will be refunded.
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Preferred airline refers to the marketing carrier and could include codeshare partners. 
 
Arrive Early Options
Vienna, Austria - $300 per person
High season dates range up to $500 per person, subject to availability 
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• You may book a date to arrive early via our website but only a date that is within 30 days of the tour departure date. If you wish to arrive earlier than 30 days before your tour departure date, please call our friendly staff for availability and pricing. Additional costs may apply
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season arrive early can be purchased for up to $500 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
6th December 2024 – 31st January 2025
28th March 2025 – 27th April 2025
16th June 2025 – 20th July 2025
15th September 2025 – 12th October 2025
1st December 2025 – 31st January 2026
 
Stay Behind Options
Bucharest, Romania - $300 per person
High season dates: up to $500 per person, subject to availability 
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• A stay behind can only be booked up to one month after your package end date upon check-out. Should you wish to stay later, please contact us to request availability. Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season stay behind can be purchased for up to $500 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
6th December 2024 – 31st January 2025
28th March 2025 – 27th April 2025
16th June 2025 – 20th July 2025
15th September 2025 – 12th October 2025
1st December 2025 – 31st January 2026
 
Stopover Packages 
• Doha
• Dubai
Includes:
• 2, 3 or 5 nights in 4-star accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• Return airport transfers
For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note:
• When a pre and post-tour stopover is chosen, the same stopover location must be chosen each way, due to the airline used.
• When selecting an Arrive Early or Stay Behind in conjunction with a Stopover Package, the stopover will take place after the departure date you select for your Arrive Early or Stay Behind.
• Stopover packages are subject to availability.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
2025
Doha Grand Prix: 26 November 2025 to 31 November 2025
Doha MotoGP: November 2025 (TBC for dates)
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (for Dubai): 3 December 2025 to 8 December 2025
Christmas and New Years Eve - 22 December 2025 to 2 January 2026

Flight Class Upgrades
Business Class: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note:
• Flight upgrades are subject to availability and pricing changes (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed

Accommodation Used:
3-4 Star (self-rated)
• Vienna, Austria: Ibis Styles Messe Prater, or similar
• Bratislava, Slovakia: Crowne Plaza, or similar
• Prague, Czechia: Royal Hotel, or similar
• Budapest, Hungary: Ibis Styles Budapest Centre, or similar
• Cluj-Napoca, Romania: Ramada by Wyndham, or similar
• Brasov, Romania: Ramada by Wyndham, or similar
• Bucharest, Romania: Mercure Bucharest City Centre, or similar
 
Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.
 
Extra Nights
Not available 
 
Maximum Room Capacity
2 people.
 
Child Policy
• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.
• Valid for children 8 years old and over.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.
 
Triple Share
Not available
 
Bedding Configuration
Double or Twin Bedding (subject to availability).
 

Minimum group size 20, maximum group size 40 per vehicle.
 

• Visa fees and requirements 
• Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer
• Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer
• Gratuities/tipping 
• Optional activities/tours 
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
 

TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER
Tour Guide: 
Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on the history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction where they are guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves it at the end of the tour; they do not travel with the group. 
 
Tour Leader: 
An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides at each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village and offer information on the place visited on the bus. However, they are not required to have specific art, architecture, or historical knowledge. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and, if caught doing so, can be fined. 
 
Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when required to enhance the experience of the destination featured. 
 
CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES
Eastern Europe:
- March in Eastern Europe begins the springtime travel season. Easter markets, springtime festivals, landscaped old towns, and traditional farewell rituals to winter can be enjoyed during this hopeful, colourful month. While winter temperatures may linger, particularly in the northern countries, this time of year is good for those who prefer lower prices and thinner crowds
- May is known for mild temperatures that are ideal for sightseeing, with highs climbing to 21 degrees, however it is still a good idea to bring a lightweight raincoat. 
- June in Eastern Europe means summer weather, in fact it can get rather warm with average afternoon highs now reaching 24°C. Temperatures above 32°C are not unheard of, though they're most likely to occur during the latter half of the month.
- September in Eastern Europe is one of the best times of the year to visit, as the summer crowds gradually decrease and the weather is favourable with plenty of sunshine. The average maximum temperature is 22°C with lows dropping to around 12°C late at night.
- October in Eastern Europe brings an array of brilliant Autumn Colours. Expect a few crisp mornings and be prepared to dress in layers.
 
FLIGHTS
Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points:
We do not arrange seat selection. It is essential to highlight that some airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the airline directly with seating allocation requirements and/or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the airline once you have your flight information.
 
Passport Validity:
Customers must provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase or no later than 45 days before the departure date. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the booking. Customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred in this instance.
 
COACH TOUR
Meals:
For meals not included, the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. It is your responsibility to notify us of any dietary requests/requirements. Please note: We will do our best to meet your requests/requirements; however, we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to.
 
Luggage:
You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on tour. You must carry your own luggage from the vehicle to the hotel room and back to the vehicle. The driver will assist with the uploading and unloading of bags from the vehicle.
 
OTHER
Mobility:
If you require wheelchair access please contact our friendly sales and service team to inquire on your behalf.
 
Fitness Level Required:
A leisurely level of fitness will be required. 
 
Leisurely is described as light walking, including up multiple stairs, and occasional hiking, may involve uneven surfaces. Able to travel unassisted and get on and off vehicles and small boats. Suitable for most fitness levels and mobility. 
 
Please note: If you have any concerns, please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel.
 
Gratuities / Tipping:
Land
Gratuities (tips) are not included for the services of the tour leader (when available) and driver throughout the tour. The recommended tip is €5 per person per day. This covers the guide/leader and the driver and will be collected on tour. 
 
Please note: Tipping for services provided is always a matter of personal discretion; however, please be aware that many locals consider tipping part of their normal remuneration, and they may approach you for payment; there's no need to be intimidated by the request.
 
Sightseeing:
Please note: If entry to a site is affected by changes in operating hours or public holiday closures, your itinerary, where possible, may be adjusted, or a similar activity will be offered in its place (subject to availability).
 
Shopping: 
Shopping overseas can be a daunting and confusing experience, especially when there is a language barrier. Please be very cautious when foreign currencies and prices are involved. If paying by credit card, please pay close attention to the amount you are being charged and keep all your receipts. 
Do not make any purchases you are not comfortable with or feel pressured into. If you are uncertain or need assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Guide/Leader.
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions regarding shopping for further information.
 

A tourist visa is not required in Europe for stays of up to 90 days if travelling on an Australian or New Zealand passport.
Important: 
• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.
• Visa rules may have changed since Covid-19. Some countries and airlines may require you to obtain an additional visa before arrival. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.
 
Please note: 
• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.
• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.
 

Embarking on your next trip is exciting, and while you hope the unexpected does not happen, it is best to be prepared. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance when making your booking. Whether it’s a potential medical emergency, a flight cancellation, a delayed suitcase, or an unforeseen event, it's important to ensure you're adequately protected. For more information or advice visit https://www.tripadeal.com.au/travel-insurance
 

Voluntary Changes
This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.
• Changes - $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.
 
Name Changes Due To Passenger Error
• If the incorrect name has been provided, charges of $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.
 
Supplier Fees
In the event the tour package you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the tour due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. If refunds are not available from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. In the event we are unable to obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee.