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PLUS: CHRISTMAS | NEW YEARS | EASTER | ANZAC DAY | SPANISH FESTIVALS
VENICE CARNIVALSZIGET
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39FESTIVALS + EPIC EVENTS
NOW FEATURING
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04 FESTIVALS Explore Europes best festivals.06 YOUR CREW Kick back and enjoy the ride.
47 TERMS & CONDITIONS.
44 FULL TRIP INDEXLooking for a specific trip?45 FAQ Got a question?46 MAPS, TRIP CODES & PAGE NUMBERS.
08 WINTER Enjoy Christmas and New Years.22 SPRINGGood vibes and spring carnivals.28 ANZAC Pay respects at the ANZAC memorial.32 SUMMER Frolic in the sunshine with gelato.34 LA TOMATINA Throw tomatoes, drink sangria at 11am.
40 OKTOBERFEST Steins, pretzels, lederhosen and prosting.36 SZIGET Doof doof your way through Budapest.
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WE ARE TOPDECK
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WE ARE TOPDECKWe do epic festivals & events, American road trips, Big Game safaris, Eurotrips, pyramid expeditions, surf camps and other awesomeness around the world for travellers between 18-39.
We realise that everyones different, which is why all our trips include heaps of free time to play and explore. Its your trip, your way.
Your trip includes all the must-see, must-do activities and top-notch local fare to recharge those batteries between stops, which means you can spend your money where it matters and well take care of the rest.
You will hit the road on modern, WiFi-equipped coaches, stay in handpicked accommodation ranging from castles to your own grand Budapest hotel and hang out with other young explorers bent on seeing the world.
And thats just how we got started. We had a group of mates, some wheels and enough wanderlust to make most mothers worried.
Forty years into it, were still discovering new places to see and unforgettable travel experiences to make our passengers trips just that little bit more awesome.
Ready to pack your bags? Lets talk.
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5 Feb - 5 MaySEE PAGE 22 - 27
6 Aug - 3 OctSEE PAGE 32 - 43
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L A S F A L L ASL A S F A L L AS
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H O G M A N A YH O G M A N A Y
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29 Dec - 2 JanSEE PAGE 21
25 - 28 marSEE PAGE 26 - 27
E A S T E RE A S T E R
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29 Dec - 1 JanSEE PAGE 16 - 20
NEW YEARSNEW YEARS
N E W Y E A R SN E W Y E A R S
5 - 27 DecSEE PAGE 12 - 15
CHRISTMASCHRISTMAS
C H R I S T M ASC H R I S T M AS
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ANZAC DAYANZAC DAY
A N Z A C D AYA N Z A C D AY
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K I N G S D A Y
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CURIOUSWE WANT TO KNOW ABOUT YOU AND WHAT FEEDS YOUR WANDERLUST. We might follow an itinerary, but no two trips are the same. You're the hero in this travel story.
FRIENDLYSOCIALLY INTUITIVE WITH AN EYE FOR WHAT MAKES THE BEST TRIPS TICK, well help you write stories with the people you meet along the way. Because friends made on the road are friends for life.
PASSIONATETHE ROAD IS OUR HOME, THE RIDE IS A LIFESTYLE. We love what we do and use every ounce of our experience to give you the trip of a lifetime.
CONFIDENTROCKSTAR LEADERS SHARING A WEALTH OF KNOWLEDGE. You can count on us to keep you safe and informed as you explore.
Does the idea of waking up in Venice one day, hanging out in the Austrian Alps for a few days then hitting up the cobblestoned streets of Prague sound like your idea of a perfect work week? Are you an
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Theres more to travel than scratching the surface. All of our crew in Europe are locally trained to get you an insiders perspective of the places, people and things you encounter on the way.
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CHRISTMASCHRISTMAS
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NEW YEARSNEW YEARS
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ACCOMMODATION+3 STAR HOTELS/HOSTELS
TRIP LENGTH2-11 DAYS
ROOM TYPESTWIN/TRIPLE/MULTI-SHARE
WINTER Celebrate a white Christmas or ring in the New Year with bells on.
ACCOMMODATION STYLE: + Conveniently located properties so youre always
close to the action. + 3 star hotels with a local feel.
+ Multi-share hostel accommodation.
UNIQUE DESTINATIONS: + Helsinki, Finland + Tallinn, Estonia + Lisbon, Portugal
BUCKET LIST HIGHLIGHTS: + Tobogganing night on the Wilder Kaiser + Guided tour of former concentration camp
Auschwitz-Birkenau + Bruges Christmas markets
+ New Year celebrations at the Brandenburg Gate
DAYS | TRIP NAME START PAGE8 DAY | Ski Austria Austria 1010 DAY | Big Red to Red Star Helsinki 129 DAY | Eastern Lights Prague 132 DAY | Bruges Xmas Markets London 144 DAY | Bruges Xmas London 144 DAY | Paris Xmas London 154 DAY | Barcelona New Year Barcelona 174 DAY | Berlin New Year Berlin 174 DAY | Prague New Year Prague 184 DAY | Madrid New Year Madrid 184 DAY | Amsterdam New Year London 194 DAY | Lisbon New Year Lisbon 194 DAY | Budapest New Year Budapest 204 DAY | Hogmanay Edinburgh 215 DAY | Hogmanay London 21
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23 JAN 30 JAN30 JAN 06 FEB06 FEB 13 FEB27 FEB 05 MAR05 MAR 12 MAR12 MAR 19 MAR25 MAR 01 APR
DAY 1 KIRCHDORF IN TYROL, AUSTRIA. Start in the charming Alpine village, meet with your crew and set your snow itin. Noob or not, youll nail it.
DAY 2. Ready, set, shred. St Johann, Oberndorf, Fieberbrunn and Steinplatte ski zones are in yodelling distance, you lucky duck. Plenty of levels so get your groove and go with it. Find all the #trickspo you need at tonights ski show. (B)
DAY 3. Charge that GoPro, today you hit the slopes like a local. Dont let your eyes fool you, the postcard perfection is for real. Take notes: Our mountain guides are the piste de resistance.(B)
DAY 4. The snow-capped hills (Alps, really) are alive with the sound of carving. Youve got this down. (B,D)
DAY 5. All this pow pow makes for sore legs. Take the cable car up to let gravityand a cool snow-bike (if you wish!) do the work on the way down. The pre aprs-ski hot chocolate, glhwein and schnapps choices are brought to you by: Well-placed slopeside watering holes. (B)
DAY 6. Sixteen kms of fresh snow + a toboggan have your name on them today. Eyes on the prize though, it aint as easy as it looks. A slab of Tyrolean ribs for tonights sustenance = winning. (B,D)
DAY 7. How bout them views? So much pretty to take in, but you havent really been there without a few sneaky selfies, right? Say edelweiss! Hit up Wilder Kaiser to make tracks down the mountain. (B)
DAY 8. Still so much stoke, but its time to say goodbye. Swap emails over breakfast before hightailing it back to the real world. (B)
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No need to bring all your gear. You can book everything you need on arrival. Skis, snowboards, helmets and boots. Then choose lessons (if you need them) and a lift pass (you'll probably need one of these). Easy.
MEALS9MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO KIRCHDORF
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Tobogganing night on the Wilder Kaiser + Exclusive Topdeck mountain tour with qualified
instructor
MORE INCLUSIONS + 7 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners including traditional
Tyrolean ribs night (D) (3 course meal, vegetarian option available)*
+ 7 nights in a traditional Austrian Bed & Breakfast Chalet
+ English-speaking Topdeck Representative.*Tyrolean ribs night will be a Christmas dinner during Christmas week
TRAVELLED WITH US BEFORE? Aw, shucks, heres 5% OFF your next trip!
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XMAS/NY TWIN/DOUBLE TRIP PRICE OF R8710
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All items listed within the Bucket list and More inclusions are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but too awesome to miss out.
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DAY 1 HELSINKI. Stalk the major sites and embrace Finnish tradition with a little skinny dipping at Yrjonkatu pool. Or try ice-skating or foodie-stall hopping at Old Market Square before meeting your soon-to-be-besties for a group dinner. (D)
DAY 2 HELSINKI TO TALLINN, ESTONIA. Ferry it from Helsinki to the Silicon City on the Baltic Sea, where Skype was invented and kids start coding at six. Go analogue on a walking tour and see the only surviving Gothic town hall in northern Europe. (B,D)
DAY 3 TALLINN (FREE DAY). Go all knight in shining armour with a medieval tour of the city (horse not included). Or maybe feed your inner hippie with a flower power visit to Kadriorg Palace. To-do: Hunt down the spot where you can see all five of the towns church spires. #bewarethefakes. (B)
DAY 4 TALLINN TO ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA. Russia is bigger than Pluto, so its understandable todays drive will take a while. Say Zdravstvujtye (zdrahstvooy- tee = hello) as we arrive in St. Petersburg in time to scope out the Venice of the North on a guided tour. Love: the Church of Spilt Blood in all its domed and glittery glory. (B,D)
DAY 5 ST PETERSBURG. With 3 million items in the archives, the Hermitage Museum is your morning and more sorted. But with the largest collection of paintings in the world and guard cats that protect them from rodents, youd be duller than van Drago to miss it. (B)
DAY 6 ST PETERSBURG (FREE DAY, OVERNIGHT TRAIN). Dress in your finery (Russians do a good line in chic) and take in the city at your pace today. Why not dial-up your inner hipster with a visit to the citys street art museum. See: All I Know About Street Art for instant cred. Then all aboard the night train for Moscow. (B)
DAY 7 MOSCOW, RUSSIA (FREE DAY). Bounce to Moscow this AM to roll with the billionaires the city is home to the largest number of high-rollers in the world. Explore. (B,D)
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Local guide in St. Petersburg & Moscow + Entrance and guided tour to the Hermitage
museum & Kremlin
MORE INCLUSIONS + 9 breakfasts (B), 4 dinners (D) + 8 nights hotel accommodation + Ferry ticket, Helsinki to Tallinn + Overnight train ticket (sleeper cabin) + Awesome Trip Leader
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DAY 8 MOSCOW. Weve got your history book beat today. Take a trip to Moscow State Universityformer holder of the title biggest building outside of New York (#sizematters) check out the Red Square, then onto the Kremlin. Facty bit: The Kremlin was saved from WWII bombing by disguising it as a normal house. #whowouldhaveknown (B)
DAY 9 MOSCOW (FREE DAY). St Basils Cathedral in winter blows all those Hans Christian Andersen fables out of the water. Ogle the onion domes and pop back in on Putin at the Kremlin before going underground for the world's cheapest (art) ticket at one of 196 insanely elaborate metro stations (optional). (B)
DAY 10 MOSCOW. Time to say poka (see ya) after breakfast but its a good thing it also means so far - Moscow might not be done with you yet. (B)
THE 22ND DECEMBER DEPARTURE IS A SPECIAL 11-DAY TRIP SPENDING ONE EXTRA NIGHT IN MOSCOW.
TRIP CODE: EHWBHMSTART FINISH START FINISH
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DAY 1 PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC. A giant Christmas tree with more decorations than a Liberace concert, chestnuts roasting on an open fire, the smell of mulled wine and stalls that put Santas workshop to shame... Welcome to Pragues Christmas markets.
DAY 2 PRAGUE. Ho, ho, holy moly its Christmas day! Its time to prep the roast and peel those potatoes (dont worry well do that, you just go check out Charles Bridge and the Castle District). At lunch well show you Santa Claus didnt forget you, he just hit the kitchen instead of the workshop. (B,L)
DAY 3 PRAGUE TO KRAKOW, POLAND. Wawel Castle could only be built after a cobblers apprentice did the impossible: He slayed a dragon with a sheep full of sulphur. A city with history like that needs to be explored so we take you through Old Town and the largest medieval market square in Europe. (B,D)
DAY 4 KRAKOW. Make yourself a seasoned traveller by taking the optional tour through the Wieliczka Salt Mine. It houses 30 statues, a cathedral and has more than 3.5 kilometres of walking tracks. Did we mention its goes 327 metres underground? (B)
DAY 5 KRAKOW TO BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA. We tour through Auschwitz-Birkenau in remembrance of the atrocities played out there before heading to Slovakia. A guided tour through Bratislava will perk you up again, just in time to make the most of a city that has a UFO for a restaurant (if youve got the funds). (B,D)
DAY 6 BRATISLAVA TO VIENNA, AUSTRIA. Mozart, Beethoven and Freud called Vienna home and they left a huge impression on the world. The reason? Lots and lots of coffee. Visit a wiener kaffeehaus (coffee house) before getting Bach on track with an optional Viennese Concert. (B)
DAY 7 VIENNA TO BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. Swap the classical symphony for some serious soaking in one of Budapests 80+ thermal springs and gorge on goulash and langos. New Years resolutions havent started yet. (B,D)
DAY 8 BUDAPEST. Watch the Danube explode with fireworks while everyone yells boldog j vet. You
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Auschwitz-Birkenau
MORE INCLUSIONS + 8 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 3 dinner (D) + 3 nights hotel upgrade, 5 nights hostel
accommodation (multi-share + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader
can just say Happy New Year because pronouncing that looks harder than a cobblestone street. (B)
DAY 9 BUDAPEST. It sucks to start the New Year by saying goodbye. Make your resolution to book another trip because its ski season and Austria is right around the corner. (B) TRIP CODE: EFELPB
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DAY 1 BRUGES, BELGIUM. (D)DAY 2 BRUGES. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 LONDON, ENGLAND TO BRUGES, BELGIUM.DAY 2 BRUGES. (B,L)DAY 3 BRUGES. (B)DAY 4 BRUGES TO LONDON, ENGLAND. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Bruges + Experience the Bruges Christmas Markets
MORE INCLUSIONS + 1 breakfast (B), 1 dinner (D) + 1 night hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Modern air-conditioned coach + Return ferry crossings + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tours of Bruges & Brussels + Belgian Christmas lunch + Belgian chocolate shop visit
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver
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DAY 1 LONDON, ENGLAND TO PARIS, FRANCE. Today we depart London, down to the White Cliffs of Dover and across the Channel for France. A drive over to Paris, home of amazing museums, beautiful churches and fashionable boutiques. Tonight is special for two reasons: an included dinner to get to know your fellow travel buddies, and then into the night for a city lights tour of Paris. What looks better than Paris during the day? Paris by night, at Christmas, that's what. Even the Eiffel Tower sparkles. (D)
DAY 2 PARIS. Joyeux Noel! Enjoy breakfast before taking advantage of the quiet streets to explore the greats. Check out the Champs lyses, the Tuileries Gardens and Notre Dame. Then well jump aboard for a river cruise along the Seine before embracing our festive food coma with Christmas lunch. (B,L)
DAY 3 PARIS. It's your choice today. Museums, Christmas markets, Pre Lachaise or Sacr-Coeur. This evening, you have the option to see one of the oldest cabaret shows in Paris at the famous Paradis Latin, in one of Paris very few original cabaret halls. (B)
DAY 4 PARIS TO LONDON, ENGLAND. We return to London where our trip ends and we say our fond farewells to new friends. (B)
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Paris city lights tour + Seine river cruise ticket + Christmas lunch
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share)
Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver
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YOURE ARRIVING DURING SOME CULTURES MOST SUPERSTITIOUS TIMES. For some its the promise of a new year, a new start, time to shed those kilos or take up macrame. Immerse yourself in what are some of the worlds most marvellous celebrations, and ring in the new year watching landmarks explode in fiery colour.
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4 DAY | B A R C E L O N A N E W Y E A R 4 DAY | B E R L I N N E W Y E A R
DAY 1 BARCELONA, SPAIN. (D)DAY 2 BARCELONA. (B)DAY 3 BARCELONA. (B)DAY 4 BARCELONA. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 BERLIN, GERMANY. (D)DAY 2 BERLIN. (B)DAY 3 BERLIN. (B)DAY 4 BERLIN. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Guided tour of Barcelona + Entry to La Sagrada Familia
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Guided tour of Berlin + Join the New Year celebrations at the Brandenburg Gate
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader
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DAY 1 PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC. (D)DAY 2 PRAGUE. (B)DAY 3 PRAGUE. (B,D)DAY 4 PRAGUE. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 MADRID, SPAIN. (D)DAY 2 MADRID. (B)DAY 3 MADRID. (B)DAY 4 MADRID. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Prague + Join the New Year celebrations in Old Prague + New Years Eve dinner
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Madrid + Entrance of the Royal Palace + Join the New Year celebrations in downtown Madrid
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader
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DAY 1 LISBON, PORTUGAL. (D)DAY 2 LISBON. (B)DAY 3 LISBON. (B)DAY 4 LISBON. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
4 DAY | A M S T E R D A M N E W Y E A R 4 DAY | L I S B O N N E W Y E A R
DAY 1 LONDON, ENGLAND TO AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS.DAY 2 AMSTERDAM. (B,D)DAY 3 AMSTERDAM. (B)DAY 4 AMSTERDAM TO LONDON, ENGLAND. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Amsterdam + New Years Eve party + Canal Dinner Cruise
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Guided tour of Lisbon + Entry to Sao Jorge Castle
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader
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DAY 1 BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. Buda, Pest or Obuda. Thats what you would have called this city a couple of hundred years ago. After a fancy unification between an Emperor and a King, the cities became one. Tonight, get to know which side you are on (hint: check the name of the roads near the river) and your new travel buddies over a Hungarian feast, generally meaning gigantic sizes and lots of goulash. Whispers among travellers claim Budapest has the best nightlife in Europe, so venture into the night and onto the streets to see what the gossip is all about. Dont let the name ruin bar deter you, as one of them was voted the best bar in the world. The fun part? Exploring them all to find it. (D)
DAY 2 BUDAPEST. Enjoy your recollections of last night's fun times over breakfast. With sleep for the weak, we're straight into a guided tour of Budapest. Exploring the cosmopolitan city centre you'll take in sights such as Heroes Square and St Stephen's Cathedral. This afternoon, feel like a King with entry into Budapests most famous attraction, Buda Castle. With parts of the castle nearly 1,000 years old, Instagram heaven awaits those who choose to explore Fishermans Bastion. Just watch out for knights and dragons. The rest of the day? Up to you. Explore. Eat. Enjoy. (B)
DAY 3 BUDAPEST. Step 1: Game face on. Step 2: Eat a big lunch. Step 3: Get ready for one of the biggest nights as Budapest sure knows kow do do this. Superstition is high today in the capital, dont be surprised if you see locals making constant noise to scare off demons (some will even carry a bullwhip with a cracker). If you want to do the day right: dont get into an argument, dont do your laundry and definitely dont sew anything, it will bring you good fortune. Lucky for you, youll spend the day chilling out in the city's many baths to avoid any troubles for your future. Tonight though, the Danube is going to explode in fireworks in one of the coolest spectacles youll ever see. If that's not your scene, there are bars and clubs open 'til sunrise. (B)
DAY 4 BUDAPEST. Whether you will wake up clear of mind or with hazy memories of the best night ever, we have brought in the New Year, and this sadly means that our Budapest New Year's experience finishes after breakfast. (B)
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Guided tour of Budapest + Entry to Buda Castle
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader
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R3760ZAR PER PERSON
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DAY 1 EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND.DAY 2 EDINBURGH. (B)DAY 3 EDINBURGH. (B)DAY 4 EDINBURGH. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 LONDON, ENGLAND TO EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND.DAY 2 EDINBURGH. (B)DAY 3 EDINBURGH. (B)DAY 4 EDINBURGH. (B)DAY 5 EDINBURGH TO LONDON, ENGLAND. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Edinburgh + Join the Hogmanay celebrations & street party (ticket included) + Half day trip to Stirling Castle (entry to Stirling castle not included)
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights hotel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Edinburgh + Join the Hogmanay celebrations & street party + Join in on the traditional Looney Dook + Half day trip to Stirling Castle (entry to Stirling castle not included)
MORE INCLUSIONS + 4 breakfasts (B) + 4 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + driver
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ACCOMMODATION STYLE: + Conveniently located properties so youre always
close to the action. + Twin-share hotel rooms.
+ Multi-share hostel accommodation.
UNIQUE DESTINATIONS: + Dublin, Ireland + Venice, Italy + Amsterdam, The Netherlands + Valencia, Spain
BUCKET LIST HIGHLIGHTS: + Guinness Storehouse visit + Celebrate King's day in Amsterdam + Experience Venice Carnival
DAYS | TRIP NAME START PAGE4 DAY | Las Fallas Valencia 244 DAY | Venice Carnival Venice 254 DAY | St Patrick's Day Dublin 254 DAY | King's Day London 264 DAY | Bruges Easter London 264 DAY | Amsterdam Easter London 274 DAY | Paris Easter London 27
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DAY 1 VALENCIA, SPAIN. Viva Espaa! Our adventure begins in the glorious Spanish city of Valencia. We meet our Topdeck Trip Leader in the afternoon for a welcome briefing, before heading out to get to know our fellow travellers a great chance to get into the spirit of Las Fallas, one of Europe's great festivals.
DAY 2 VALENCIA. After a walking tour, check out the awesome 'fallas' or monuments located all over Old Town. Head to the Plaza del Ayuntamiento in time for the 'mascleta' (fireworks display), grab a spot to watch 'l'ofrena floral' (the offering of the flowers) and party Spanish style long into the night. Don't miss the midnight fireworks display. (B,D)
DAY 3 VALENCIA. With a free day to enjoy Valencia why not visit the beach or one of the many restaurants along the busy port? Today is your last chance to take in the awe-inspiring displays and parades that accompany the celebrations and to dance along to the non-stop music. The climax of the festival, the 'crema', is a huge burning ritual and an experience that will not be forgotten. (B)
DAY 4 VALENCIA. The trip finishes in the morning after breakfast, when it will be time to say a fond farewell to our Topdeck companions. Enjoy the remainder of your stay in fantastic Valencia! (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
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ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Valencia + Join the Las Fallas celebrations
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B) 1 Dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Awesome Trip Leader
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DAY 1 VENICE, ITALY. (D)DAY 2 VENICE. (B)DAY 3 VENICE. (B)DAY 4 VENICE. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 DUBLIN, IRELAND.DAY 2 DUBLIN. (B)DAY 3 DUBLIN. (B)DAY 4 DUBLIN. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Venice + Join the historic Venice Carnival celebrations + Vaporetto ride on the Grand Canal, Venice
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights Hotel accommodation (twin-share) + Awesome Trip Leader
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Dublin + Guinness Storehouse tour & complimentary pint of Guinness + Join the St Patrick's Day Parade & celebrations
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader
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DAY 1 LONDON, ENGLAND TO AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS.DAY 2 AMSTERDAM. (B)DAY 3 AMSTERDAM. (B)DAY 4 AMSTERDAM TO LONDON, ENGLAND. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 LONDON, ENGLAND TO BRUGES, BELGIUM. (D)DAY 2 BRUGES. (B)DAY 3 BRUGES. (B)DAY 4 BRUGES TO LONDON, ENGLAND. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Orientation tour of Amsterdam + Join the King's Day celebrations + Dutch cheese & clog making demonstration
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tours of Bruges & Brussels + Bruges Brewery tour + Belgian chocolate factory visit
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (B) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver
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DAY 1 LONDON, ENGLAND TO AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS.DAY 2 AMSTERDAM. (B)DAY 3 AMSTERDAM. (B,D)DAY 4 AMSTERDAM TO LONDON, ENGLAND. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 LONDON TO PARIS (D)DAY 2 PARIS (B)DAY 3 PARIS (B)DAY 4 PARIS TO LONDON (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Amsterdam + Dutch cheese & clogs demonstration + Dinner cruise
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Paris City Lights Tour + Seine River cruise
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation
(multi-share) + Return ferry crossings + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Return ferry crossing + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver
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JOIN US IN REMEMBRANCE AS WE COMMEMORATE ONE OF THE MOST DEFINING DAYS IN THE HISTORY OF AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND. Now in its 101st year the ANZAC day dawn service has become a day of national unity to remember fallen men and women who have helped define both nations legacy.
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DAY 13 GALLIPOLI TO ISTANBUL (ANZAC DAY). An early start lets us witness the ANZAC Dawn Service, after which we trek up the legendary cliffs that the ANZACs faced. At Lone Pine you can participate in the Australian Memorial Service or the New Zealand memorial service at Chunuk Bair. In the afternoon we return to Istanbul.
DAY 14 ISTANBUL. Enjoy breakfast at your leisure before we say farewell to new friends. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 ISTANBUL, TURKEY. Welcome to Istanbul! Arrive in the afternoon and check in with your Topdeck Trip Leader at our centrally located Istanbul hotel. In the evening its to a local bar in Sultanahmet for some get to know you drinks.
DAY 2 ISTANBUL. Enjoy a guided tour of the city taking in the Blue Mosque, the Aya Sofia, Topkapi Palace, the Underground Cistern, the Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar. In the afternoon take an included Bosphorus cruise, before sampling some of Istanbuls nightlife. (B)
DAY 3 ISTANBUL TO ANKARA. We visit the nation's capital, Ankara. Our sightseeing includes the Anatolian Civilisation Museum and the Mausoleum of Turkey's first President, Attaturk. (B)
DAY 4-5 ANKARA TO CAPPADOCIA. Next is Cappadocia, where we take in the Ilhara Valley, the underground city of Derinkuyu, the Goreme open air museum and Uchisar Castle. Check out a belly dancing show on your second evening. (B,D) (B)
DAY 6 CAPPADOCIA TO ANTALYA VIA KONYA. We head south to the Mediterranean Coast. Our travels pass Caravansary in Sultanhani, the deep blue lake in Obruk and at Konya, we check out the Mevlana Whirling Dervish Museum. Tonight we spend the evening in Antalya. (B)
DAY 7-8 ANTALYA TO FETHIYE. Two days in Fethiye are yours with plenty of options to explore. The second afternoon presents the option to join a boat cruise to see it all by sea. (B,D) (B)
DAY 9-10 FETHIYE TO KUSADASI VIA PAMUKKALE. On the road to Kusadasi we visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale and the ruins of Hierapolis, before arriving at the Aegean. The next day we visit the ancient city of Ephesus. (B,D) (B)
DAY 11 KUSADASI TO AYVALIK VIA PERGAMON. Leaving Kusadasi, we head north towards Ayvalik. We stop at Pergamon, for a guided tour and Instagramers dream, the Acropolis. (B,D)
TRAVELLED WITH US BEFORE? Aw, shucks, heres 5% OFF your next trip!
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Attendance at the ANZAC Cove Dawn Service + Opportunity to attend the Australian or New
Zealand memorial services + Walking tour of Old Istanbul + Cruise on the Bosphorus Strait + Entrance fee including the Goreme Openair
museum, calcium terrace of Pamukkale & ruins of Hierapolis and Pergamon
MORE INCLUSIONS + 12 breakfasts (B), 4 dinners (D) + 12 nights hotel accommodation (twin-share)
& 1 night under the stars at ANZAC Cove + Modern air-conditioned coach + Commemorative hoodie + Awesome Trip Leader + Turkish Guide
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DAY 1 ISTANBUL, TURKEY. Join your new friends at the welcome meeting to get clued up about the trip to come. Then: off to a local bar in Sultanahmet.
DAY 2 ISTANBUL. Off for a guided tour of Istanbul to see the Blue Mosque, the Aya Sofia and the Grand Bazaar. The afternoon includes a Bosphorus cruise. (B) DAY 3 ISTANBUL TO KUSADASI VIA BURSA. South to Bursa to check out the Ulu Camii Mosque and the legendary Silk Bazaar. Next onto the beachside resort Kusadasi for the night. (B,D) DAY 4 KUSADASI AND EPHESUS. Visit Ephesus and see an ancient stadium once home to chariot races. Free afternoon to explore the city of Kusadasi. (B) DAY 5 KUSADASI TO AYVALIK VIA PERGAMON. Head north to the coast, stopping at Pergamon for a guided tour of the mighty Acropolis. (B,D) DAY 6 AYVALIK TO GALLIPOLI VIA TROY. Start the morning with a tour of Troy, followed by the battlefields of Gallipoli. Tonight we camp out under the stars and await the Dawn Service. (B) DAY 7 GALLIPOLI TO ISTANBUL (ANZAC DAY). Pay homage at the ANZAC Dawn Service then walk in the footsteps of fallen heroes. At Lone Pine you can participate in the Australian Memorial Service and the New Zealand memorial service at Chunuk Bair. Return to Istanbul in the afternoon for our final night.
DAY 8 ISTANBUL. Enjoy breakfast before we say farewell to new friends. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website. For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 ISTANBUL, TURKEY.DAY 2 ISTANBUL. (B)DAY 3 ISTANBUL TO GALLIPOLI. (B)DAY 4 GALLIPOLI ISTANBUL (ANZAC DAY).DAY 5 ISTANBUL. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Attendance at the ANZAC Cove Dawn Service + Opportunity to attend the Australian/New Zealand memorial services + Walking tour of Old Istanbul & Cruise on the Bosphorus Strait + Entrance fee for Pergamon Acropolis & cable car
MORE INCLUSIONS + 6 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D) + 6 nights hotel accommodation (twin-share), & 1 night under under the
stars at ANZAC Cove + Commemorative hoodie + Awesome Trip Leader + Turkish Guide + Modern air-conditioned coach
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Attendance at the ANZAC Cove Dawn Service + Opportunity to attend the Australian/New Zealand memorial services + Walking tour of Old Istanbul + Cruise on the Bosphorus Strait
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights Hotel accommodation (twin-share) + 1 night under the stars at ANZAC Cove + Modern air-conditioned coach + Commemorative hoodie + Awesome Trip Leader + Turkish Guide
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DAY 1 ISTANBUL, TURKEY.DAY 2 ISTANBUL TO GALLIPOLI. (B)DAY 3 GALLIPOLI TO ISTANBUL (ANZAC DAY).DAY 4 ISTANBUL. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 LONDON, ENGLAND TO LILLE, FRANCE VIA YPRES, BELGIUM.DAY 2 LILLE TO AMIENS. (B,D)DAY 3 AMIENS AND VILLERS-BRETONNEUX (ANZAC DAY). (B)DAY 4 AMIENS TO LONDON. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Attendance at the ANZAC Cove Dawn Service + Opportunity to attend the Australian/New Zealand memorial services + Walking tour of Old Istanbul
MORE INCLUSIONS + 2 breakfasts (B) + 2 nights hotel accommodation (twin-share) + 1 night under the stars at ANZAC Cove + Modern air-conditioned coach + Commemorative hoodie + Awesome Trip Leader + Turkish Guide
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Attend the Dawn Service at Villers-Bretonneux + Guided tour of ANZAC sites & battlefields
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D) + 3 nights multi-share hotel accommodation + Modern air-conditioned coach + Commemorative hoodie + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver + Return ferry crossings
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ACCOMMODATION STYLE: + Conveniently located properties so youre always
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+ Twin-share camping.
UNIQUE DESTINATIONS: + Sarajevo, Mostar & Belgrade, Bosnia + Buol and Valencia, Spain + Munich, Germany
BUCKET LIST HIGHLIGHTS: + Tickets for 3 Day entry to Sziget Festival + Oktoberfest celebrations + La Tomatina festivities at Buol
DAYS | TRIP NAME START PAGE4 DAY | La Tomatina Valencia 3410 DAY | Road to Sziget Dubrovnik 366 DAY | Sziget Explorer Budapest 3810 DAY | Escape to Sziget Berlin 394 DAY | Brumeister Munich 404 DAY | Festmeister Munich 425 DAY | Prostmeister London 426 DAY | Steinmeister London 437 DAY | Grossmeister London 43
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EVERYONE LOVES A GOOD FOOD FIGHT. JOIN 20,000 PEOPLE TO DISPOSE 40 METRIC TONNES OF COUNCIL FUNDED TOMATOES IN THE WORLDS BIGGEST VEGETABLE SKIRMISH. Youll not only get your daily dose of vegetables, youll also have a perfectly valid excuse to dance in the streets and drink sangria at 11am with cool people from all over the world.
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DAY 1 VALENCIA. Our trip begins today in the glorious Spanish city of Valencia. Meet everyone in the afternoon and join them for a welcome meeting in the evening where we will hear more details about the festival and our trip. Its then out for an evening getting to know your fellow travellers.
DAY 2 VALENCIA. The day begins with a walking tour of the Old Town of Valencia, taking in such highlights as the Central Market, Plaza Redona, the Cathedral of Valencia and the Basilica of Our Lady the Forsaken. In the afternoon you can wander the streets to explore the rest of this fascinating city,or simply head to the beach and work on your tan! In the evening head out and discover some of the delicious local cuisine why not sit back at a tapas restaurant enjoying a range of different dishes and maybe a sangria or two! (B)
DAY 3 VALENCIA (BUOL & LA TOMATINA). Its an early start in the morning as we travel by private coach to Buol for the worlds biggest food fight La Tomatina. Tens of thousands of revellers make the journey to this small Spanish village each year geared up for a day to remember. The atmosphere building up to the fight is like one big street party,with the occasional water fight added in just for fun! Technically the festival doesnt kick off until someone has climbed a greased pole to retrieve a ham, however a cannon blast will also signal the start of the onslaught at approximately 11.00am. At this time huge trucks full of tomatoes roll through the street dropping their loads in the middle of the packed crowds. The fight lasts for an hour, at which time another cannon blast indicates the end of the battle. Its then time to clean up as best you can before heading back to Valencia for a shower and a well-earned rest. (B)
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Welcome Party + Walking tour of Valencia + Ticket for La Tomatina festivities at Buol + Farewell Party
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 breakfasts (B) + 3 nights hostel accommodation
(multi-share) (EFLTHS) + 3* and 4* hotel accommodation
(twin or triple share) (EFLTH3/EFLTH4) + Return coach transport to Buol + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader
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R4990ZAR PER PERSONprice based on 4* hotel accomodation
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BORN IN THE EARLY 90S TO CELEBRATE THE CHANGING POLITICAL LANDSCAPE AND REPLACE SOCIALIST YOUTH SUMMER CAMPS, SZIGET HAS GROWN INTO AN INSTITUTION ON THE EUROPEAN FESTIVAL SCENE. With 400,000+ crowds and previous headlines including Blink 182, Prodigy, Queens of the Stone Age and Calvin Harris, Budapest has never looked this hot.
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DAY 7 BUDAPEST TO SZIGET. This is the start of the main event but its our first day at Sziget. #Excited. The line-up for 2016 is still to be announced but with bands such as Robbie Williams, Florence and the machine, Avicii and Kasabian at last year's event, we're betting on some big stars. But its not all about the main stage indulge every musical whim with dance, house, pop, rock and everything in between. (B)
DAYS 8-9 SZIGET. After a first day getting your bearings youve got two more days to enjoy the spectacle of Sziget. Enjoy theatre, street food, folk dancing, beaches, sports and amusements its all here on the self-styled Island of Freedom. And when you find the chance theres always that music thing. (B) (B)
DAY 10 BUDAPEST. After the whirlwind of Sziget, take a breath, enjoy your final breakfast then say goodbye as the trip ends. You might want to stick around though. (B)
DAY 1 DUBROVNIK, CROATIA. Make your way to Dubrovnik to meet up with your fellow Topdeckers.Well start the trip with the chance to explore this great city by foot before you enjoy dinner and the chance to share travel tales. The nightlife here isnt bad either if youre up for it. (D)
DAY 2 DUBROVNIK TO SARAJEVO, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA VIA MOSTAR. A city still known for the tragic legacy of its 1990s war is now a flourishing European city. En route, well make a stop at Mostar to visit a landmark which typifies this rebirth. The16th century Stari Most bridge was destroyed during the war but has been restored to its former glory in the years since. Arriving into Sarajevo, well get our bearings with a driving tour before dinner. (B,D)
DAY 3 SARAJEVO. A free day in Sarajevo gives you a great opportunity to explore the citys past. Why not wander through the beautiful old town or take a tour of the bunkers and war tunnel built by Bosnian forces underneath the airports runway? Make sure you make a stop at the plaque outside the Museum of Sarajevo which marks the spot where Franz Ferdinand was shot the event that triggered WW1. (B)
DAY 4 SARAJEVO TO BELGRADE, SERBIA. Enjoy the ride today with a scenic drive between Sarajevo and Belgrade. Arriving into another of Eastern Europes more hidden gems, well do sightseeing by four wheels ticking off the Kalemegdan Fortress and Cathedral of St Sava. (B,D)
DAY 5 BELGRADE. Your choice today with a free day to explore. If historys your thing, there are walking or cycling tours which take in the citys fascinating past as part of Communist Yugoslavia. If a laid back,chill out is more your cup of tea theres Ada Ciganlija an island on the River Sava with a lake just right for a swim and a shore perfect for sun worshipping. (B)
DAY 6 BELGRADE TO BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. Your chance to find out why Budapest often rides high in lists of European must-dos. Arriving into the city well take a tour to see the main sights and make sure youve got your bearings. After dinner why not find out why ruin bars are top of the pops right now. (B,D)
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Tickets for 3 days entry to Sziget Festival + Visit to Mostar + Guided tours of all major cities
MORE INCLUSIONS + 9 breakfasts (B), 4 dinners (D) + 6 nights hostel accommodation (multi-share), 3
nights hotel (twin-share) accommodation + Budapest public transport ticket for 3 days + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader
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DAY 6 BUDAPEST. Sadly our time is over, its time to say viszontltsra - if thats too hard to say enjoy your final breakfast in silence as you play the memories of your days as a festival-goer over in your head. You might want to stick around though. (B)
DAY 1 BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. Your chance to find out why Budapest often rides high in lists of European must-dos. Arriving into the city well meet the crew for welcome drinks to take in the sights. Whispers among travellers claim Budapest has the best nightlife in Europe, so venture into the night and onto the streets to see what the gossip is all about. Dont let the name ruin bar deter you, as one of them was voted the best bar in the world. The fun part? Exploring them all to find it. (D)
DAY 2 BUDAPEST. Enjoy your recollections of last night's fun times over breakfast. With sleep for the weak, we're straight into a guided tour of Budapest to see the main sights and make sure youve got your bearings. Exploring the cosmopolitan city centre you'll take in sights such as Heroes Square and St Stephen's Cathedral. Instagram heaven awaits those who choose to explore Fishermans Bastion. Just watch out for knights and dragons. The rest of the day? Up to you. Explore. Eat. Enjoy. (B)
DAY 3 SZIGET. Far from us to suggest this is the start of the main event but its our first day at Sziget. #Excited. The line-up for 2015 had some huge star power - Florence and the Machine, Kasabian, Avicii, Alt-J, Knife Party, Foals, and thats without reading so much as the first third down the page. But its not all about the main stage indulge every musical whim with dance, house, pop, rock and everything in between. (B)
DAY 4 SZIGET. After a first day getting your bearings youve got two more days to enjoy the spectacle of Sziget. Enjoy theatre, street food, folk dancing, beaches, sports and amusements its all here on the self-styled Island of Freedom. And when you find the chance theres always that music thing. (B)
DAY 5 SZIGET. After the whirlwind of Sziget, take a breath, and enjoy your last day in the best of Buda. Swap the doof doof for some serious soaking in one of Budapests 80+ thermal springs and gorge on goulash and langos. (B)
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Tickets for 3 days entry to Sziget Festival + Guided tour of Budapest
MORE INCLUSIONS + 5 breakfasts, 2 dinners + 5 nights Hostel Accommodation (multi-share) + Budapest public transport ticket for 4 days + Awesome Trip Leader
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musical whim with dance, house, pop, rock and everything in between. (B)
DAY 8 SZIGET. Now that youve got your bearings, enjoy the spectacle of Sziget for 2 more exhilarating days. The Island of Freedom has a lot to offer you - theatre, street food, folk dancing, beaches, sports and amusements. If that wasnt enough, remember theres always that music thing. (B)
DAY 9 SZIGET. Swap the doof doof and soak off the festival in one of Budapests 80+ thermal springs. Gorge on goulash and langos. You know, a casual day in Buda. (B)
DAY 10 BUDAPEST. Viszontltsra to Sziget for another year - the festival and our trip is ending. Were heading off after breakfast. (B)
DAY 1 BERLIN, GERMANY. Hit the German capital to find out what it means to be ein Berliner. Head east to uncover the meaning of Ostalgie or cross off the main sights. Dont miss the German take on Doner Kebab. (D)
DAY 2 BERLIN. Start your day with a history lesson at the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie and the Reichstag building. Then strap on your dancing shoes and assemble the wolfpacktonight we party. (B)
DAY 3 PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC VIA DRESDEN. Let Dresden show some of its 800-year-old history before we head on to the cobblestone streets of Prague, an unexpected foodie paradise. Go beyond the beer and check out the city that allegedly inspired the Disney castle. Turn your peepers toward the newly restored Art Deco Palac Dlouha. For quirky (and not so) museums, try the Castle District. (B)
DAY 4 PRAGUE. Tick off Prague Castle, the Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square then go Golem chasing in the Jewish quarter. Prague is yours today. Also: a glasnost nostalgia fix at the Museum of Communism. (B)
DAY 5 VIENNA, AUSTRIA. Three things you need to know about Vienna: opera, coffee and apple strudel. They also invented the croissant. Sorry, France. (B)
DAY 6 BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. Swapping symphonies for the impending euphoria of Sziget. Find out why Budapest often rides high in lists of European must-dos. Hint: its probably a mix of thermal baths, 1,000 year-old castles and all that goulash. Budapest is rumoured to have the best nightlife in Europe, so venture into the night and onto the streets to see what the gossip is all about. (B,D)
DAY 7 SZIGET. Sit down, its our first day at Sziget #muchexcite. The line-up for 2015 had some huge star power - Florence and the Machine, Kasabian, Avicii, Alt-J, Knife Party, Foals, and thats without reading so much as the first third down the page. But its not all about the main stage indulge every
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Tickets for 3 days entry to Sziget Festival + Guided tour of all major cities + Visit to Dresden
MORE INCLUSIONS + 9 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D) + 10 nights hotel accommodation (twin-share) + Budapest public transport ticket for 3 days + Modern air-conditioned coach + Awesome Trip Leader
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Oktoberfest
OFFICIALLY THE WORLDS BIGGEST PARTY, OKTOBERFEST DRAWS A CROWD OF SEVEN MILLION PEOPLE EVERY YEAR TO CELEBRATE THE THREE BEST THINGS TO COME OUT OF GERMANY: beer, bratwurst and pretzels.The dress code is Bavarian classic, lederhosen are optional and singing, hugging and dancing on tables is encouraged. Prost!
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DAY 1 MUNICH, GERMANY. Wilkommen in Mnchen, welcome to Munich! Arrive today and make your way to our hostel for a welcome meeting and walking tour. The evening is yours to do as you please - why not try some delicious pork knuckles and sauerkraut in one of Munichs beer houses.
DAY 2 MUNICH. What first began as a horse race in a field to celebrate the wedding of Bavarian Prince Ludwig in the beginning of the 19th century has subsequently grown into the worlds largest festival, attracting upwards of six million visitors every year! Join the crowds and check out what its all about, theres more to do here than just drink beer although there is a lot of beer drinking done! Over the two weeks some seven million litres of beer will be consumed in the various brewery-run tents. Order yourself one of the colossal one-litre glasses of beer, known in the local dialect as a ma (pronounced muss) and get ready to sing along with the obligatory oompah band. Enjoy what is likely to be one of the most memorable days of your life. Prost! (B)
DAY 3 MUNICH. After breakfast, those wishing to sample another side of Germany may wish to join us for a sobering experience on our optional excursion to the former concentration camp of Dachau. This site just north of Munich was the first Concentration Camp in Germany, now preserved as a memorial to the millions that perished in the Holocaust. We return to Munich this afternoon to spend our final night at the Oktoberfest grounds, or for those wishing to rest the liver why not jump on one of the many carnival rides or head into the city for some sightseeing! (B)
DAY 4 MUNICH. Its time to say goodbye to Oktoberfest and newly-made friends. At least for another year that is! (B)
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ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Munich + Join the Oktoberfest celebrations
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 continental breakfasts (B) + 3 nights accommodation in multi-share hostel
rooms within walking distance of the festival grounds
+ Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader
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DAY 1 MUNICH, GERMANY.DAY 2 MUNICH. (B)DAY 3 MUNICH. (B)DAY 4 MUNICH. (B)
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 LONDON, ENGLAND TO MUNICH, GERMANY.DAY 2 MUNICH. (B)DAY 3 MUNICH (B)DAY 4 MUNICH, GERMANY TO LONDON, ENGLAND. (B)DAY 5 LONDON
For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Join the Oktoberfest celebrations
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 hot breakfasts (B) + 3 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses + Return coach transport to Oktoberfest grounds + Awesome Topdeck crew
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Munich + Join the Oktoberfest celebrations
MORE INCLUSIONS + 3 hot breakfasts (B) + 2 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses + Modern air-conditioned coach + Return ferry transfers + Return coach transport to Oktoberfest grounds + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver
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16 SEP 19 SEP23 SEP 26 SEP29 SEP 2 OCT
TRIP CODE: EFOCL5START FINISH
16 SEP 20 SEP23 SEP 27 SEP29 SEP 3 OCT
If your dates don't exactly match ours, dont worry. Its your trip, so book on a camping basis on the dates you choose (from Sept 20). Same great experience, tailored to you. For more details, visit our website.
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For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
DAY 1 LONDON, ENGLAND TO MUNICH, GERMANY.DAY 2 MUNICH. (B)DAY 3 MUNICH (B)DAY 4 MUNICH (B)DAY 5 MUNICH, GERMANY TO PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC. (B)DAY 6 PRAGUE TO LONDON, ENGLAND. (B)DAY 7 LONDON.
Trip in 27 Sep will have a reversed itinerary. For a detailed itinerary visit our website.
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Munich + Join the Oktoberfest celebrations + Visit former concentration camp Dachau
MORE INCLUSIONS + 4 hot breakfasts (B) + 3 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses + Return coach transport to Oktoberfest grounds + Modern air-conditioned coach + Return ferry transfers + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) + Walking tour of Munich + Join the Oktoberfest celebrations + Visit former concentration camp Dachau + Guided tour of Prague
MORE INCLUSIONS + 4 hot breakfasts & 1 continental (B) + 3 nights camping in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses,
1 night hostel accommodation (multi-share) + Return coach transport to Oktoberfest grounds + Modern air-conditioned coach + Return ferry transfers + Commemorative t-shirt + Awesome Trip Leader + Driver
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Index
PG# CODE DAY | TRIP NAME
10 EFSKAO 8 | SKI AUSTRIA 12 EHWBHM 10 | BIG RED TO RED STAR 13 EFFELB 9 | EASTERN LIGHTS 14 EFWBCM 2 | BRUGES XMAS MARKETS 14 EFCBLL 4 | BRUGES XMAS 15 EFCPLL 4 | PARIS XMAS 17 EFNSH4 4 | BARCELONA NEW YEAR 17 EFNBH4 4 | BERLIN NEW YEAR 18 EFNPH4 4 | PRAGUE NEW YEAR 18 EFNMH4 4 | MADRID NEW YEAR 18 EFNAH4 4 | AMSTERDAM NEW YEAR 19 EFNLH4 4 | LISBON NEW YEAR 20 EFBPH4 4 | BUDAPEST NEW YEAR 21 EFNEH4 4 | HOGMANAY 21 EFNEH5 5 | HOGMANAY
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24 EFLFHT 4 | LAS FALLAS 25 EFVCHS 4 | VENICE CARNIVAL 25 EFSPHS 4 | ST PATRICKS DAY 25 EFSPHT 4 | ST PATRICKS DAY 26 EFKALL 4 | KINGS DAY 26 EFEBHT 4 | BRUGES EASTER 27 EFEAHS 4 | AMSTERDAM EASTER 27 EFEPHS 4 | PARIS EASTER
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28 EFAZII/EFAZIR 14 | ANZAC EXPEDITION 30 EFAZ08 8 | ANZAC SORTIE 30 EFAZ05 5 | ANZAC PATROL 31 EFAZ04 4 | ANZAC RAID 31 EFAZWF 4 | WESTERN FRONT
PG# CODE DAY | TRIP NAME
34 EFLTHS 4 | LA TOMATINA 34 EFLTH3 4 | LA TOMATINA 34 EFLTH4 4 | LA TOMATINA 36 EFESB5 10 | ROAD TO SZIGET 38 EFSZH6 6 | SZIGET EXPLORER 39 EFBB10 10 | ESCAPE TO SZIGET 41 EFOHO4 4 | BRUMEISTER 42 EFOCO4 4 | FESTMEISTER 42 EFOCL5 5 | PROSTMEISTER 43 EFOCL6 6 | STEINMEISTER 43 EFOCL7 7 | GROSSMEISTER
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5 Feb - 5 MaySEE PAGE 22 - 27
6 Aug - 3 OctSEE PAGE 32 - 43
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1 HOW MUCH MONEY WILL I NEED? Naturally everybody's spending varies. There are many souvenirs to be bought and a great social scene should you wish to join in. Many of your meals (including lunches on Club & Camping trips during the summer months) are included, so this really just leaves a few meals and your personal spending to budget for.
Throughout the trip, your Trip Leader will also inform you of optional activities which you can participate in, such as the Cabaret Show in Paris or an excursion up the Jungfrau Mountain in Switzerland. For a more detailed list and price guideline for these items please refer to the individual trip page or your personal itinerary. Most people budget approximately 70 per day including optional activities and some souvenirs.
2 HOW MUCH LUGGAGE AM I ALLOWED TO BRING? Each person is allowed 1 item of standard size luggage (backpacks only on a Camping trip, while suitcases are ok for all other trips) plus a day pack or handbag (and sleeping bag if required see question 3). The maximum weight of your main bag must not exceed 44lbs/20kgs. Size for all bags must not exceed 70cm (height) x 45cm (width) x 25cm (depth). Due to strict weight regulations for coaches in Europe, passengers whose luggage exceeds 44lbs/20kgs may be asked to offload the excess
on the departure morning. In this scenario, Topdeck will not cover any storage costs which are incurred.
3 DO I NEED A SLEEPING BAG? Sleeping bags are required on all Camping trips. Sleeping bags are also required on all Oktoberfest camping trips.
4 HOW DOES THE FOOD FUND WORK? On all Club and Camping trips a compulsory Food Fund is shown separately from the trip price. This is included in the total price shown at time of booking and is payable by the date required of final payment. The Food Fund covers included
group meals whilst on your trip. Unlike other companies, in addition to the listed breakfasts and dinners, Topdeck also includes many lunches as per the trip inclusions (please note that these are included in some Club and Camping trips only and is not applicable for trips operating in Winter or Spring). This means you don't have to buy meals at expensive motorway service stations, saving you plenty of money. Your Food Fund also includes many meals at local restaurants giving you the opportunity to sample local cuisine as you explore Europe.*
5 IS IT A PROBLEM IF I TRAVEL ON MY OWN? Not at all. Many of our passengers travel alone often over 50% of our passengers start the trip solo and it's a great way to meet people. What's more, we don't charge compulsory single supplements instead we'll match you up with a roommate or roomates of the same sex.
6 DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE? Yes. Comprehensive travel insurance is compulsory on all Topdeck trips. This should be taken out at the time of booking. You can purchase travel insurance with us via our website www.topdeck.travel. We recommend getting a comprehensive travel insurance policy which covers you for all medical expenses (including repatriation) and any expensive items you bring away with you such as laptops, tablets, smart phones and cameras. Check the policy wording and excess limits before you purchase and make sure they are to your satisfaction. Travel insurance should be taken out at the time of booking in case of unforeseen events which may lead you to cancel your trip. For more information, please visit the Travel Insurance page of our website (www.topdeck.travel), where you can find more tips about what to look for in a
policy and search for a suitable travel insurance policy.
7 DO I NEED TO CHANGE MONEY BEFORE I LEAVE? We recommend that you change approximately 100 in cash before departure and the equivalent of around 30 into Swiss Francs (if your trip goes through Switzerland). This will cover you for spending money until you have the chance to change more or visit an ATM. ATMs are extremely common throughout all European countries. If you are visiting any other countries outside of the 'Eurozone' you will find
that most of them accept euros as payment, or you will be able to withdraw local currency from an ATM after arriving in the country. This is the most convenient way to access local currency, just make sure to notify your bank of your travel plans before you depart.
8 WHEN WILL I GET MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MY TRIP? Topdeck issues e-docs approximately six weeks prior to departure and when you have paid in full. If you have booked via a travel agent this information will be sent to them, so please make sure you contact your travel agent for details. Your travel documents include your detailed day-to-day itinerary and also include any vouchers you need for pre and/or post-trip accommodation. In addition to this, you MUST read the detailed pre-departure information relevant to your trip. This can be downloaded at any time from the trip page on our website. If you would like a copy posted to you, please contact your local Topdeck office. The
pre-departure document contains a number of important points that you should be aware of.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
It is our intention to set out clearly and simply the responsibilities which we at Top Deck Tours Ltd, Level One, 107 Power Road, London, W4 5PY England, a company registered in the UK, company number 04905253 (Topdeck, us or we) have to You and any member of your party (You) and which You, in turn, have to us when a con-tract is made between us. You should therefore read and understand the contents.
All trips in this brochure are operated by Topdeck, except the following trips which are operated by contracted local operators: ANZAC trips to Turkey (pages 29-31), which are operated by New Faces Tourism and Travel, Istanbul. Your contract will be with Topdeck as the operator, save for these excepted trips in which case your contract for tour services will be with those operators and will also be subject to their respective terms and conditions (in addition to the booking conditions set out below). For any excepted trip, the operator will be identified on your itinerary or travel documents and their respective terms and conditions will be available directly on their websites or by contacting them. Should we book a flight on your behalf it will be subject to the conditions of the respective airline, including but not limited to deposit/full payment and cancellation conditions.
All Topdeck trips are sold subject to the following conditions (these Conditions).
1. (a) Please note that our trips are designed for young people between the ages of 18 to 39 years. We may in special circumstances approve persons outside this range. If You are 17 years of age and wish to book on one of our trips, please contact us before making a booking as we will require the written consent of your parent or guardian. We reserve the sole right to decline a booking request from You should we think our trips are not suited to You.
(b) A contract between You and us will exist as soon as we issue an invoice in response to your request for a booking and the deposit has been paid to your travel agent or us.
BOOKING YOUR TRIP
2. Bookings can be made either through your local travel agent or with us direct and must be secured with a deposit of R500 per person paid at the time of booking, except for the following trips for which the deposit is R1000 per person: Ski Austria (page 11) Big Red to Red Star (page 12), Road to Sziget (page 41), Escape to Sziget (page 43) and Sziget Explorer (page 42). The deposit is non-refundable unless we cancel your trip. If You are making a booking within 42 days of departure, then full payment is required PROVIDED HOWEVER that if the trip comprises a special offer we may require full payment including any pre and post accommodation and sundry service charges to be paid at the time specified in the offer. Your booking is taken to be confirmed, and accepted when we issue an invoice. If your booking is made through a travel agent, we will address all correspondence to that travel agent. All monies paid by You to the travel agent will be held by them on behalf of Topdeck. If You arrange your trip direct with us, all correspondence and communications will be sent to your address in our booking file unless You specify otherwise. Balance of all payments is required at least 42 days prior to your trip departure date. If You do not pay within this period we may deem your booking cancelled and your deposit forfeited.
3. Alterations or cancellations by You after your booking has been accepted will be effected subject to the provisions of clauses 5, 6 and 7 of these Conditions.
4. Prices quoted in our brochures are calculated on costs and exchange rates at 10 August 2015. These prices may increase or decrease and we reserve the sole right to alter prices and other particulars contained in our brochures and on our website. Price changes in trips featured in subsequent brochure versions will supersede the prices in this brochure. (The version date is indicated on the back cover of this brochure). Before You make a booking we will provide You with details of the current price of your chosen trip. This will also be displayed on the website. Once You have accepted this price and your booking has been confirmed in accordance with clause 2 that price will remain fixed and will not be subject to surcharges.
5. You must clearly state all your requirements at the time of booking. Please note that any dietary requirements will be a request only. We cannot guarantee special dietary requirements nor will we assume any responsibility or liability if your special requirements cannot be fulfilled. If You want to change any aspect of your booking including but not limited to a change to a trip of shorter duration or different departure date You must notify us as soon as possible in writing. We will do our best to accommodate your requested changes but You will be required to pay an amendment fee of R450 per person per change. If a request is made less than 42 days before departure, normal cancellation fees will apply in accordance with clause 7 unless the transfer or change is to an earlier departure of the same trip. In the event of a request for a change to be made a new invoice will be issued by Topdeck and cancellation charges/amendment fees will be shown. All amendment fees are payable within 7 days of the issue of a new invoice or on the date of departure, whichever is the sooner.
6. If You are prevented from traveling as a result of illness, the death of an immediate family member, jury service, or other reason beyond your control which we consider significant, we will agree to your booking being transferred to another person who satisfies all the conditions applicable to the trip, subject to You and the other person accepting liability for full payment of the trip cost and any additional costs arising from the transfer PROVIDED THAT we must be given at least 21 days written notice of the proposed change.
CANCELLATION BY YOU
7. Cancellation of a booking by You must be made in writing. We will not regard a booking as cancelled unless and until written notice is received by us. On cancellation the following charges will apply:
Days before Departure
% of trip cost forfeited
Pre/post accomm
London Transfers
Over 42 days Deposit Nil Nil
42-29 days 40% 40% Nil
28-14 days 60% 60% Nil
13-7 days 80% 100% Nil
6-3 days 90% 100% 100%
2-0 days 100% 100% 100%
FLIGHTS
Cancellation charges for the flight segment of any flight included as part of your Topdeck Trip featured in this brochure:
Up to 42 days before trip departure: Included in trip deposit loss
Less than 42 days: R450 plus any airline charges, which could be up to the full value of the ticket.
ROLLING DEPOSIT VOUCHER
Any cancellation within 6 weeks which incurs more than deposit charge is not appli-cable to this offer. The Rolling Deposit Voucher (RDV) may only be used as a deposit on one future Topdeck trip 4 days of length or more. Only one Rolling Deposit may be applied per trip. The RDV has no expiry date, but the passenger must be aged between 18 to 39 years to travel as per the travel conditions of Topdeck Travel.
The RDV will equate to the initial deposit amount paid. If redeeming against a trip with a lower deposit amount, the remainder of the voucher will be forfeited. If redeeming against a trip with a higher deposit amount the balance will be payable at time of booking. The RDV has no cash value and cannot be transferred to another customer.
The RDV can only be combined with 1 other discount, either a standard Early Bird deal or standard brochure discount as long as applicable at time of booking. Rolling deposit vouchers cannot be requested or redeemed against African Safari trips.
CANCELLATION OR MODIFICATION BY US
8. Every effort will be made to operate all trips as advertised but it must be remem-bered that our trips are planned up to eighteen months in advance. We therefore re-serve the sole right, at our discretion, to modify or cancel any trip, accommodation or arrangement at any time. We will notify You as soon as possible of any changes and they will form part of our contract with You. In the case of any material modification
or cancellation, we will, if possible, provide You with three alternatives:
(1) a trip of an equivalent or closely similar standard and price, if available;
(2) a trip of a lower standard together with a refund of the difference in price; or
(3) cancellation with a full refund of all monies paid.
9. A material modification is one which has a serious effect on your trip and includes a change of departure date, departure point or airport, or change of departure time of more than twelve hours, which would cause substantial inconvenience to You. We do not consider a change of accommodation, or transport style a material change.
10. We will endeavor not to materially modify or cancel the trip within 42 days of the date of the scheduled departure unless compelled to do so because of circumstances beyond our reasonable control. If a material modification or cancellation is made by us within six weeks of the scheduled departure date for reasons other than Force Majeure in accordance with clause 21 You will receive compensation as stated in the scale below.
Period before sch