ALL GAY EASTERN EUROPE TOUR
Eastern Europe Tour
Where: Prague, Dresden and Berlin - Europe
When: June 21 to 29, 2008
Clientele: Men & Women Welcome
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Join us on an exciting and fun tour through Prague, Dresden and Berlin. We'll discover these cities with all the must-see sites. But we'll go even further that that: we'll embark on a gay treasure hunt through Prague and a rip-roaring tour by Trabi through the streets of Berlin, which will give you a taste of the city before 1989. We end our exciting week celebrating the Christopher Street Parade in Berlin.

Highlights

  • Guided Tour of Prague Old Town, Jewish Quarter, Prague Castle
  • Gay Treasure Hunt in Prague
  • Guided tour of Dresden the Old Town
  • Guided Tour of Berlin
  • Berlin's Christopher Parade
  • Trabi tour through Berlin
  • 4/5 star centrally located hotels
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   ITINERARY

Date Description
Sat

Arrival to Prague + Gay treasure hunt
Upon arrival, clear customs and make your way to our hotel. Prior to the departure of our tour we will give you a few options on various ways to get to the hotel from the airport. Our hotel is the lavishly quaint hotel Leonardo, located in the heart of Old Prague very close to Charles Bridge. The remainder of the day is free to explore Prague on your own and get familiar with your surroundings. This evening we host a welcome dinner where we can get acquainted with new travel partners. Afterwards we embark on an adventurous treasure hunt where we are guaranteed to have lots of fun! While visiting several gay cafes and bars you and your team will be collecting points, fulfilling several tasks and of course meeting the local gay community. The final stop will be one of the trendiest gay clubs of Prague. Meals: B, D.

Sun

City tour of Prague
After a leisurely breakfast we begin our city tour of Prague. Highlights include a guided visit of Prague Castle, St. Vitus' Cathedral, St. Wenceslas and St. Vojtech's chapels. We continue as we walk along the picturesque Charles Bridge to the famous Old Town square which is home to the Astronomical Clock , Vysehrad fortress, Charles Square and the largest Baroque church, St. Nicolas. We also will walk through the Jewish town. This afternoon and evening are free to do as you wish. When there is no included dinner organized as part of the program, your tour director will always organize an outing to a local restaurant for those who would like to have dinner together. Meals: B.

Mon

Free day
Today is completely free for you to enjoy Prague at your own pace. Meals: B.

Tue

Dresden
After breakfast we are off to Dresden, Saxony's capital where the city sits in baroque splendor and a wide sweep of the Elbe river. The city had the old reputation of being the "Florence of the River Elbe". Upon arrival we familiarize ourselves with a short orientation tour. Dresden offers a great variety of attractions including the Dresden Zwinger, the Frauenkirche Church, Semper Opera house and the Royal Palace. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free for you to explore Dresden on your own. Meals: B.

Wed

Dresden
Today is free for you to explore Dresden at your own pace. Your guide will have a few suggestions for you today including side trips to Gorlitz on the Polish border and Leipzig home to Johan Sebastian Bach. Meals: B.

Thu

To Berlin
After breakfast we depart for Berlin, the capital of Germany with and infamous history and home to some of the most talked about architecture. Upon arrival we enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Berlin. We visit the Brandenburg Gate, a view of the Reichstag with its new glass dome, a view of the Victory Column with its golden statue of Victory. Meals: B.

Fri

Berlin
Sure to be a highlight of your trip, we jump into some relicts from the past - Trabants! These trabis as they are commonly known were the primary car of the Eastern block and become our means of transportation as we travel through Berlin fulfilling specific tasks. Go back in time as you cross a "Police border station" on the boarder from East Germany to West Germany. We will divide up into smaller groups where you will have the opportunity to drive one of the trabis yourself. All of our cars will be connected with a walkie-talkie system as we help each other through the adventure. Return to our hotel where the rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore Berlin on your own. Meals: B.

Sat

Berlin Pride / Free Day
Berlin has always been known for their openness and love of all. Today marks the Christopher street parade also known as the gay pride parade. Today is completely free for you to enjoy the parade and all the festivities that will be taking place today. For those who would prefer a quieter day we will have a list of various options that you will enjoy. This evening we host a farewell dinner at a local restaurant where we get a last chance to say farewell to our new treasure hunt, trabi pro, travel companions. Afterwards we are sure to head to one of the local gay clubs to keep the celebrations going. Meals: B, D.

Mon

End of Tour
Our tour officially ends after breakfast today. You are free to schedule your return flight for anytime today. Due to the fact that Berlin has 3 separate airports we have not arranged a group airport transfer but will assist you with choosing the best method to get to the airport. Meals: B.


   RATE
$1,995 USD per person, double occupancy, land only.

Single Supplement: $750 USD. Not Required. We can match you with another traveler should you wish at no cost. Price includes: all accommodation as listed, activities and meals as listed. Not included: international air to/from Prague; visas if required; meals and activities not specifically included in itinerary; any items of a personal nature such as telephone, laundry, alcohol as well as customary tips to your driver and tour guides and escort.

   IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Hotels:
Prague: Hotel Leonardo 4*, located near the Charles Bridge within the old town. Dresden: Radisson SAS 5* In the baroque heart of Dresden lies the jewel of a five star hotel, the Radisson SAS Gewandhaus Hotel. Berlin: NH Hotel Berlin-Mitte 4*, centrally located in the historic centre & Potsdamer Platz.

Transportation:
Aircon mini-bus.

Visas:
Canadian and American passport holders do not require visas to any of the countries on this tour.

Shots and Immunizations:
There are no shots that are required for travel to Central/Eastern Europe but we recommend that your tetanus booster be up to date.

Currency and Money Issues:
Even though the countries that you will visit are all member of the European Union, only Germany currently uses the Euro. All other countries still use their own national currency. It is now very easy to withdraw money from ATMs located throughout each country as well as to use your Visa or MasterCard. The American Express card is less widely accepted. Travelers checks are also accepted however can carry a heavy commission fee. We recommend to travelers to bring only a small amount of cash and/or travelers checks and to rather use their ATM and credit cards while traveling.

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