Destinations: Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg, Munich, Prague Travel season: 29 June 12 July 2016, June 28 to July 11, 2017 (*) Meals: Half board Accommodation: 3*** Hotel City Limits Transportation: Private Motorcoach Go on a musical journey through the Heart of Europe. Explore the culture and musical history or the cities where so many composers lived and worked. Meet other music enthusiasts and share your passion for music and performing! You will have a variety of well promoted performances, 3 regular concerts, an exchange concert, a charity concert and one master class. We planned one or two sightseeing tours or special attractions in each of the cities as well as free time to explore for yourself and for some shopping.
The Musical Heart of Europe Day 1 June 29, 2016 Pearson Int. Airport Toronto Budapest on Air Transat Day 2 Budapest, June 30, 2016 Highlights: Arrive in Europe Arrival in Budapest Guided tour of the Pest side of the city passing St. Stephen s Basilica, the Central Market Hall and Heroes Square Overnight in Budapest Day 3 Budapest, July 1, 2016 Highlights: Explore the capital of Hungary Guided tour of Buda to see Buda Castle and Fisherman s Bastion (no entrances) Concert (TBD) Overnight in Budapest Day 4 Vienna, July 2, 2016 Highlights: Travel to Austria Transfer to Vienna (~3.5 hours) Guided tour passing Ringstrasse Avenue, State Opera and walk through city center to see St. Stephen s Cathedral Welcome at a local Heuriger listen to traditional music and enjoy local specialties Overnight in Vienna Day 5 Vienna, July 3, 2016 Highlights: Behind the scene visit at the State Opera House! Morning master class at a local music institution. At the end of the class, you will receive an official certificate An official representative of the State Opera will welcome the travelers. Enjoy an exclusive, behind the scenes tour of the State Opera House Free time to explore Vienna Overnight in Vienna Day 6 Vienna, July 4, 2016 Highlights: Charity concert in Vienna! Morning visit Schoenbrunn Palace former residence of the Emperor Kaiser Franz Josef! Afternoon charity concert in Vienna (tbc). Certificate of charity concert will be issued Overnight in Vienna
The Musical Heart of Europe Day 7 Salzburg, July 5, 2016 Highlights: Travel to Salzburg Travel to Salzburg Stop in Mondsee to see the famous Basilica and start Sound of Music Tour Overnight in Salzburg Day 8 Salzburg, July 6, 2016 Highlights: Exchange concert Morning Guided walking tour of Salzburg including visit to Mozart s birthplace Exchange concert (tbc) Overnight in Salzburg Day 9 Munich, July 7, 2016 Highlight: Travel to Germany Travel to Munich (~2 hours) Guided walking tour of city center to see Mary s square (watch the most famous Glockenspiel in the world), Frauenkirche, Town Hall, National Theater and much more from the outside (excl. entrances) Overnight in Munich Day 10 Munich, July 8, 2016 Highlights: Visit Neuschwanstein Castle Visit Neuschwanstein Castle neoromantic masterpiece and inspiration to many fairy tales such as the Sleeping Beauty Concert at a small town around Munich (TBD) Overnight in Munich
The Musical Heart of Europe Day 11 Prague, July 9, 2016 Highlights: Travel to Czech Republic Transfer to Prague (~6.5 hours) Stopover and orientation tour of Cesky Krumlov, a World Heritage town Overnight in Prague Day 12 Prague, July 10, 2016 Highlights: Explore Prague Guided tour of Prague: First you will visit Prague Castle and see the impressive St. Vitus Cathedral and Golden Lane Continue guided tour passing Charles Bridge and Old Town Square with its famous Astronomical clock Overnight in Prague Day 13 Prague, July 11, 2016 Highlights: Sing in Prague Free time to explore Prague Concert (TBD) Overnight in Prague Day 14 Departure, July 12, 2016 Transfer to airport Departure
Pricing 2016 Program Cost per person: C$ 3,800 2017 Program Cost per person: C$ 3,845 Price based on 42-49 paying participants in twin/triple rooms, with 2 accompanying person free of charge in twin rooms Single supplement per person: C$ 760 Prices are subject to change! INCLUSIONS Air fare in Air Transat from Toronto to Budapest and return from Prague, Wed. June 29 to Tues. July 12, 2016; Wed. June 28 to Tues. July 11, 2017 Transfers from/to airport on arrival/departure day Accommodation in 3***/4**** hotels in shared rooms with shower and/or bathtub, toilet Half board (breakfast and 2 course dinner without drinks, daily) Transport by high quality private motor coach as described in the program All scheduled sightseeing and activities 4 concert performances, one charity concert and 1 master class Concert organisation Tour design and assistance by our local music expert Tour Manager (English speaking) 24 hour assistance by PDM Daily quality checks and status reports Tips EXCLUSIONS Travel to and from destination (e.g. flight or train tickets) Single room supplement Any activities not specifically mentioned in the program Travel insurance Personal expenses, e.g. drinks, laundry, phone calls Rental fees for instruments or specific technical equipment Pauwels Travel Bureau, Sandra Pauwels in Brantford, ON 519-753-2695 and Wally Haupt in Toronto: 416-252-4233
TERMS AND CONDITIONS RESERVATIONS AND DEPOSITS: Reservation should be made as early as possible to ensure the reqired seats on Air Transat. A deposit of $1,250.00 is required together with your registration form by February 15, 2016. We strongly urge to also take out medical and trip cancellation insurance and, if applicabe take advantage of our youth group insurance package. Rates upon request. If you decide to accept those insurance rates, we would also request the payment of the premium in addition in to your deposit. Your reservation is confirmed upon receipt of your deposit and registration form. No reservations will be accepted without a signed registration form. PAYMENT SCHEDULE FOR 2O16 (PLEASE CALL FOR PAYMENT SCHEDULE FOR 2017) $ 1,250.00 Deposit until February 10, 2015 at the latest (NON refundable) $ 1,500.00 2 n instalment payment until April 15, 2016 Final payment including additions such as instrument rental and transportation and other options until May 15, 2016 - REFUND OF UNUSED ARRANGEMENTS: Because the rates of Pauwels Travel Bureau Ltd/Ship s School Educational Tours are based on group participation, no refund can be made for any tour accommodation or tour service or tour feature not taken. If cancellation occurs while the tour is in progress, no refund can be made for the tour portion not taken. We strongly suggest that to allow for any unexpected contingencies, purchase the all-inclusive insurance. CANCELLATION FEE : Up to 60 days prior to departure 30% of the total package price 59 to 30 days prior to departure 60% of the total package price Within 30 days prior to departure 100% RESPONSIBILITY: Pauwels Travel Bureau Ltd. /Ship s School Educational Tours reserves the right without notice, to withdraw any part or all of the tour. Factors such as airline failure, airline schedule changes, hotel overbookings, inclement weather, etc. may necessitate changes in the itinerary as outlined. There may also be other circumstances in which changes become necessary or advisable. Any savings realized by these changes will be passed on to the passengers, any resultant expenses shall be borne by the passenger. Pauwels Travel Bureau Ltd./Ship s School Educational Tours acts only as an agent in securing hotel, air transportation, ground transportation and other travel services and in no event shall be held responsible for the failure by any person or company to render any transportation, lodging or other travel service to be provided on the tour. All hotels, transportation and other travel services are provided to tour members subject to all the terms and conditions under which they are offered to the public generally. The acceptance of the initial service to be provided under the tour shall be considered an acceptance by the tour member of those conditions. Pauwels Travel Bureau/Ship s School Educational Tours also reserves the right to decline, to accept or retain any person as a member of the tour, in which case equitable refund will be made at the discretion of the tour operators. AIR TRANSPORTATION: Transatlantic economy by Air Transat based on an economy class group fare. All fares are subject to specific rules and regulations, to changes and to government approval. Deviations from the group flights are possible but subject to rate changes. Pauwels Travel will research any request for date or routing changes at the time they are requested. Should any individual rate be less than the group fare plus airline and administrative fees, the lower rate will be offered to the tour participant. Individual airfares are subject to immediate ticketing and the fare plus taxes must be paid at the time the ticket is issued by the participant requesting the change. Should the group airfare be the lowest available rate, an administrative fee of $50.00 plus any airline charges will apply. All prices are subject to change. CURRENCY: Euro and CAD $ Exchange We converted the cost of the land package with a rate of exchange of CAD 1.45 for Euro 1.00. Should the overall rate of exchange for all transfers to Europe rise or fall, adjustments will be made on the final invoice. Once the deposit of $ 1,250 is received, Pauwels Travel will offer to group the option to lock in at a contracted forwards rate through an established financial institution. Instruments: Please supply a list of all instruments with weight and size.
REGISTRATION FORM FOR THE MUSICAL HEART OF EUROPE TOUR Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg, Munich and Prague Please select the year you wish to register for: June 29 to July 12, 2016; June 26 to July 11, 2017 (To be filled out by each member of the group) Name: Sex: Enter (print) your legal name EXACTLY AS IT APPEARS IN YOUR PASSPORT. Once a ticket is issued, if a name change is required, there will be a charge of $50.00 over and above the airline charge. PLEASE SEND A COPY OF YOUR PASSPORT (INFORMATION PAGES ONLY) WITH YOUR APPLICATION FORM. Address: City: Postal Code: Home Phone Number: E-Mail Birth Date: Performing Group: Day / Month / Year Group Leader: Are you a Canadian citizen? Yes: No: If yes, Canadian Passport Number and expiry date: If not, Citizenship & passport number and expiry date Please note: Passports have to be valid 3 months after your return date. Canadian citizens do not need Visas. Once you have given us your nationality, we will check the visa requirements. We the undersigned have read understand and agree to abide by all the conditions stipulated in the TERMS & CONDITIONS. We undertake full financial responsibility for any damage caused by the undersigned participant and agree to pay his/her return home on the first available flight, should his/her behavior be deemed detrimental to the welfare of the group. It is understood that the decision for such action rests with his/her group leader in consultation with Pauwels Travel/Ship s School Educational Tours. Signature of Parent/Guardian If student/performer is under 18 Signature of Student/Orchestra Member Please complete this form and submit your DEPOSIT of $ 1,250 plus insurance premium and a copy of passport information pages. Insurance must be purchased at time of booking. The insurance premiums are are age dependent. Pauwels Travel will supply the rates as soon as we have received your expression of interest. I choose the Youth Student Package (Medical and Trip Cancellation) I decline Insurance Signature Date: SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Please list any dietary requests, allergies, any special physical needs or your personal frequent flyer number etc. Use reverse side for extra space.