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Enjoy the tour through Germany as you see the skyscrapers of Frankfurt, explore the streets of Munich!
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Easy Tours are accessible for all travelers. There will be limited periods of standing or walking during sightseeing excursions as pre-booked transportation will take passengers between destinations.
Experience the deep-rooted holiday traditions of Germany at its most festive time of year. Discover villages with fairy-tale houses and a friendly, festive atmosphere. Share traditional holiday goodies with the people who made them. Watch as children discover the enchantment of hand-carved wooden toys while scents of cinnamon and roasting nuts fill the air. You will visit the UNESCO Heritage city of Würzburg and continue to Nuremberg. The “Christkindle Markt” is the most famous of all markets in Germany. Next, you will drive to Rothenburg, one of Germany's oldest and most beautiful cities with its cozy Christmas Market. Munich is your next stop. From there, take the opportunity to visit the Neuschwanstein Castle, one of the most beautiful castles in the world which inspired the works of Walt Disney. The next Christmas Market is in Stuttgart the city of Mercedes Benz. Your last stop is the magical city of Heidelberg on the River Rhine.
Private Group Tour
Prices for this tour are per person, based on a twin / double room sharing basis.
Single supplement is available at CAD 999 per person.
Make your own way to your international Airport for your international flight. Enjoy inflight meals and services.
Overnight on board
Arrive at Frankfurt airport and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore at your leisure.
Overnight in Frankfurt
Travel from Frankfurt to Würzburg and enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city. Würzburg´s city center has been designated a UNESCO Heritage Site. Then continue to Nuremberg. The “Christkindle Markt” is the most famous of all markets in Germany, right in the heart of Nuremberg's old town. Your guide will make you familiar with the typical products of the season, like mulled wine, gingerbread, and other delicacies.
Overnight in Nuremberg
Today enjoy an excursion to the romantic city of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the oldest cities in Romantic Germany. It’s small streets and historic buildings take you back to medieval times. Tour the city and visit the Christmas market. In the afternoon, drive back to Nuremberg to learn and bake your own gingerbread. Learn about the history and secrets of traditional Nuremberg Gingerbread (1,5 hours).
Overnight in Nuremberg
Enjoy free time in Nuremberg before traveling to Munich. Bavarian’s capital combines the atmosphere of a charming historic city with that of a modern metropolis. Visit the city‘s main attractions, including the Marienplatz Square, the historic City Hall, and the Christmas market.
Overnight in Munich
Today enjoy a day excursion to visit Neuschwanstein castle, built by Ludwig II, the castle that inspired Walt Disney´s castle of the sleeping beauty. Continue to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, to visit Germany’s winter sports capital with its beautiful Bavarian houses. In the afternoon, return to Munich.
Overnight in Munich
Travel from Munich to Stuttgart, the capital of the state of Baden-Württemberg. Home to the head offices of Mercedes Benz and Porsche, Stuttgart is situated in a valley surrounded by vineyards. Visit the Mercedes-Benz Museum and view over 160 models of cars. In the evening, enjoy the Christmas market around the Schlossplatz.
Overnight in Stuttgart
Travel from Stuttgart to Heidelberg. Take a stroll through the old town of Heidelberg and enjoy a guided tour to the castle. Idyllically located on the shores of the Neckar River, Heidelberg is Germany´s oldest university town and one of the most popular destinations in the country. In the afternoon continue to Frankfurt.
Overnight in Frankfurt
After breakfast at hotel, you will be transferred to the international airport of Frankfurt for your return flight home.
Holiday Inn Express Frankfurt Messe is a modern hotel located near the Frankfurt Trade Fair, making it a convenient choice for business travelers. The hotel offers 175 comfortable, air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, work desks, and coffee/tea making facilities. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily, and guests can relax at the bar or enjoy a snack from the 24-hour vending machines. The hotel also features meeting rooms, a business center, and private parking. With its close proximity to public transport links, it provides easy access to Frankfurt’s city center and major attractions.
Ringhotel Loew's Merkur is a stylish 4-star hotel located in the heart of Nuremberg, just a short walk from the Old Town and major attractions like the Nuremberg Castle and the Germanisches Nationalmuseum. The hotel offers 200 well-appointed rooms, including classic, superior, and family options, each equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and workspaces. Guests can enjoy a rich breakfast buffet, relax in the wellness area with a sauna and fitness center, and dine at the on-site restaurant serving regional and international cuisine. The hotel also offers meeting rooms, a bar, and private parking, making it ideal for both business and leisure stays.
Centro Hotel Mondial is located in the heart of Cologne, just a short walk from the main train station and the famous Cologne Cathedral. The hotel offers 72 modern, comfortably furnished rooms, each equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and work desks. A daily buffet breakfast is served in the breakfast room, and guests can relax in the hotel bar. The hotel also features meeting facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and private parking. With its central location, Centro Hotel Mondial provides easy access to local attractions, shopping, dining, and public transportation, making it a great choice for both business and leisure travelers.
Maritim Hotel Stuttgart is a 4-star hotel located in the city center, offering easy access to Stuttgart’s main attractions, including the Königstraße shopping street and the famous Schlossplatz square. The hotel features 555 spacious rooms and suites, equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and workstations. Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities, including an indoor pool, a well-equipped fitness center, a sauna, and a stylish restaurant serving international and regional cuisine. The hotel also offers meeting rooms, a business center, and a bar. With its convenient location and comprehensive services, Maritim Hotel Stuttgart is ideal for both business and leisure travelers.
Please refer to the following link(s) for important information about your specific destination.
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All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Safaris is 8. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15.
Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.
We offer many Solo-Friendly trips with no mandatory single supplement. For all other tours, a single supplement will apply for solo travelers.
For the rates on these tours, please refer to the Price and Dates section on each tour page.
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You will not be able to access your invoice immediately upon booking. You will be notified by email when it is available for you, normally within 48 business hours of booking. You can find your invoice and all other details of the tours you booked by logging on to your account and going to the Tour Booking History page.
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Simply login to your Indus Travel account, go to your tour of choice and click on Book Now. You will then confirm the details and your preferences about the tour and finally pay through our secure online payment platform.
What forms of payment does Indus Travel accept?
We accept US & CA Dollar check, bank check, money order, direct deposits, wire transfer, Visa, and Master credit cards. Third-party credit cards are not acceptable. Payments made by wire transfer must include an additional $30 wire transfer fee. There is a $50 fee for returned checks.
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Cheque payments should include your Reservation number in the memo section and be made payable to Indus Travels Ltd and mailed to:
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When is my final payment due?
Your exact final payment date is indicated on your invoice which may be viewed by signing into your account. In general, the final payment is due 90 days prior to departure with some exceptions where payment is due earlier (All tours including cruise final payment is due 120 days before departure).
How much is my final payment?
The amount of your final payment will be noted on your invoice and can be accessed by logging into your account online.
Can I send a bank cheque or money order?
Yes. Indus accepts US & CA Dollar cheque, bank cheque, money order, direct deposits, wire transfer, Visa & Master credit cards. Third-party credit cards are not acceptable. Payments made by wire transfer must include an additional $30 wire transfer fee. There is a $50 fee for returned cheques.
To whom should I write the cheque?
Cheque payments should include your Reservation number in the memo section and be made payable to Indus Travels Ltd.
Can I pay with a debit card?
No. Indus does not accept payments with Debit card.
How do I know if Indus received my payment?
You will be notified by email that your payment was received and applied to your reservation. You may also access your reservation by logging into your account online
When will I receive my e-Documents?
Once final payment has been received and processed, documents will be sent via email approximately 21 days prior to the beginning of your tour services.
Can I get paper documents?
Paper documents may be sent upon passenger request. There is a shipping and handling fee of $30 for each set of paper documents: These paper documents will be delivered between 14-21 business days prior to the beginning of your tour. In some instances, a paper voucher/ticket is required by our vendor. In these instances, the costs for shipping and handling will be shouldered by Indus Travels.
How do I access and print my documents?
Your documents may be accessed by logging into your Indus Travel account and checking your Tour Booking History.
Do I receive anything else with my e-documents?
Indus e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
How do I know where to find my airline ticket?
With a few exceptions, international airline tickets are issued electronically. The airline confirmation number and ticket numbers stated in your documents represent your airline "ticket(s)." Some domestic Arline tickets which can only be issued at destination will be given to you upon your arrival in the local destination.
If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
Please note: Passengers who are not U.S. or Canadian citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what personal identification is required. Passengers who enter, leave and then re-enter the same country on their itinerary should check if they require a double-entry visa.
How do I know if I need a visa?
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How do I obtain a visa?
A visa may be obtained by using a visa service or by contacting the embassy or consulate of the nation you are visiting prior to departing from your home country.
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How much does a visa cost?
There will be different costs that will be specific per embassy/consulate and whether you have used a visa service or not. These costs often change with little notice. We recommend that you contact the appropriate embassy or consulate directly for the most up to date information.
You may find the contact information for consulates/embassies in the Visa section of the Know Before You Go document available for the country you will be visiting.
What are optional sightseeing tours?
Optional tours are offered to travelers interested in additional experiences, sightseeing, meals or activities to supplement the included components of our tours. You may choose to participate in some, all or none of the optional tours which are priced individually. Complete descriptions and prices for each optional tour are listed on the itinerary section of the tours on our website.
When can I add optional tours?
Optional tours are available for purchase any time up to 45 days before departure.
Can I purchase optional tours locally?
Yes. When traveling on an escorted tour, optional tours may be purchased locally from the Tour Manager. However, Indus cannot guarantee the rate and availability of these services when purchased locally. Please note that tours purchased locally are subject to current exchange rates and may cost up to 10% more.
Can I add optional tours for only select individuals on my reservation?
Yes. For assistance on this matter, please contact Indus Travel sales and reservations staff.
What coverage does Travel Insurance provide?
For complete details on Travel Insurance, check our Travel protection page.
When can I purchase Travel Insurance?
American Residents can purchase Trawick Insurance with us at the time of booking or anytime prior to departure. After booking, Canadian Residents will receive an email with a referral to TuGo Insurance which can be purchased anytime prior to departure.
When is Travel Insurance active?
Travel Protection coverages will take effect on the later of 1) the date the plan payment has been received by the Policyholder; 2) the date and time you start your Covered Trip; or 3) 12:01 A.M. Standard Time on the Scheduled Departure Date of your Covered Trip.
I need to cancel my trip and have not purchased insurance, what do I do?
Penalties for cancellation will depend on the tour you have purchased and how close to departure you are at the time of cancellation. For more information, visit our terms and conditions.
Why is it important that I give my name as it appears on my passport when booking a tour?
Due to increased travel security and policies around the world, it is now a requirement that your airline ticket matches your first and last name exactly as it reads on your passport. Please note that any changes to the details of your air booking, could be subject to a change fee, penalties or cancellation.
Can I reserve a seat assignment?
For our packages that include flights, we do not usually assign seats. In most cases, you can request specific seats, but this may incur a small fee payable to the airline. For more information, contact our sales and reservations staff.
Once confirmed, are airlines seats always guaranteed?
In most cases, seat assignments are firm. However, airlines may sometimes reassign seats for operational reasons. This often happens at the last moment and is controlled by airline staff, with Indus Travel not being notified. Passengers are encouraged to reconfirm their seat assignments and any other special requests directly with their airline prior to departure.
Should I check-in online?
It always recommended and more convenient to check in online. It will shorten your waiting time at the airport, secure your seat assignments and other reservations.
Can I request a special meal on the flight?
Requests may be made for special meals. These requests will be sent on your behalf to the airline so long as Indus receives these request prior to your documents being issued. The availability of special meals will be based upon the specific airlines and will be at their discretion.
Can I use my frequent flier miles?
Accrued frequent flier miles cannot be used toward the purchase of Indus Travels’ airfare or used for class upgrades. However, airfare purchased through Indus Travels may qualify to earn you additional miles.
What is required when I check-in?
Ticketed passengers must show correct identification at check-in. Children must have a parent present at check-in and all tickets must be in each passenger's name.
What is required with International travel?
An international trip may require valid travel documents such as passport, visa, re-entry permit, health certificate, inoculation record, a ticket for the return journey or continuance of your trip, or ANY combination thereof. Passengers are responsible for the proper documentation. Concerns about the required travel documents may be resolved by contacting the appropriate consulate or embassy.
