Fully Packed Benelux & France & Germany Tour Route (CGN-BSL)

SAMPLE HOTELS

AMSTERDAM

4*Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol etc.

3*Ibis Amsterdam Airport etc.

BRUSSELS

4*NH Brugge etc.

4*Forest Hill Meudon etc.

4*Velotel Brugge etc.

3*Ibis Brussels Airport etc.

LUXEMBOURG

4*Novotel Luxembourg Kirchberg etc.

3*Ibis Luxembourg Sud etc.

PARIS

3*Ibis Paris la Defense Esplanade etc.

4* Novotel Paris Nord Expo Aulnay

 IMPORTANT NOTES

REGARDING THE TOUR PROGRAM

The advertised prices are subject to a tiered pricing system applied as capacity fills up.

You must have your travel documents and airline tickets with you throughout the trip.

Sufficient participation is required for the package tour to take place (the required number of participants is generally set at a minimum of 20 and a maximum of 40 people, but this may vary depending on the date and tour). If sufficient participation is not achieved, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days before the start of the tour. A tour cancelled due to insufficient participation will be notified to you through your agency.

Where deemed necessary, the right to change the order in which tours/cities are visited and the airline company is reserved, without prior notice and without disrupting the program content.

Having a valid passport and/or visa does not mean that entry into the country is guaranteed. Passport control officers have the authority to deny entry into the country; BinRota is not responsible for this situation, and all responsibility lies entirely with the passenger.

BinRota acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be a risk of delays on scheduled and charter flights, and flight times may also change; BinRota is obliged to notify you of these changes as soon as possible. Our passengers have purchased the tour knowing and accepting that flight details may change.

REGARDING ACCOMMODATION

The hotels specified in the program are in the “or similar” category, and the final hotel information will be provided 48 hours before the tour departure.

The star classification of hotels may vary according to the local conditions of the countries visited.

During busy periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events or sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be selected farther away than the distances specified.

Check-in at the hotel is no earlier than 15:00 local time, while check-out is between 11:00 and 12:00.

The bed type cannot be guaranteed and will be allocated according to the hotel's availability. Triple rooms are provided subject to hotel availability and consist of 1 double bed + 1 extra bed; since extra beds are of the pull-out, foldable or sofa-bed (coach bed) type, guests making reservations for a third person and/or a child are deemed to have accepted the possible lack of space and the bed type. Child discounts are valid for one (1) child staying with 2 adults and belonging to the age group specified in the pricing section.

For group accommodation, breakfast may be served as a limited continental breakfast menu (butter, jam, bread, tea or coffee), in a separate room allocated to the group and at a time specifically designated for the group, in accordance with the culture of the country being visited.

REGARDING AIRLINE TICKETS

Tickets are issued exactly in accordance with the first name/surname, date of birth, Turkish Republic identity number and passport details listed in the passport; our agency is not responsible for incorrect information.

You must be at the airport at least 3 hours before the flight time. Online check-in must be completed by the guest 24 hours before the flight. Some airlines do not allow online check-in or seat selection for group tickets.

Our agency is not responsible for airline-related delays, cancellations or changes to flight times/routes/prices.

In accordance with the airlines' sequential ticket rule, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight may also be cancelled.

NOTES REGARDING GUIDING AND TOURS

Panoramic city tours are tours lasting a maximum of 2-3 hours, conducted with a guide's commentary from inside the vehicle for a general introduction to the cities and not including museum/archaeological site entrances.

Our agency is not responsible for tours being unable to take place due to the closure of attractions by local authorities, road closures or adverse weather conditions. Some tours may be conducted, where possible, by public transportation or on foot due to closed roads or locations where vehicle access is not permitted.

Optional / extra tours are organized by the local agency subject to participation by at least one-third of the group and participation is not compulsory. If sufficient numbers are not reached, excursions may not take place, or the price, content and vehicle to be used may vary according to the number of participants. The dates and times of optional tours may be changed depending on whether museums/archaeological sites are open or closed and on weather conditions.

VISA AND PASSPORT

Holders of Ordinary (burgundy) passports are subject to visa requirements; holders of Special (green) and Service passports are exempt from visas. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the end date of the trip and must not be more than 10 years old. There must be blank pages in the passport for entry and exit stamps.

For destinations requiring a visa, applications must be made with the documents listed in the “Documents Required for a Visa” list that your agency will provide to you.

Torn, worn, wet or otherwise damaged passports must be renewed; if the country to be visited requires visas for Turkish Republic citizens, the valid visa must be present in the new passport. Otherwise, responsibility lies with the passenger.

When guests under the age of 18 travel alone or with only one parent, a joint consent document may be requested at border crossings; we recommend paying particular attention to this matter.

HEALTH

There are no mandatory vaccinations for the European countries visited.

No health-related problems are expected at hotels and qualified restaurants; however, outside group activities, it is recommended that you consume bottled water, avoid ice, milk and dairy products, consume well-cooked meat/fish, and choose fruits such as bananas and pineapples that can be peeled.

CURRENCY

Countries using the Euro (EUR): Germany, Austria, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Greece and other Eurozone countries.

Countries using their own currency: Switzerland (Swiss Franc / CHF), England (Pound Sterling / GBP), Czechia (Czech Koruna / CZK), Hungary (Forint / HUF), Poland (Zloty / PLN), Denmark / Sweden / Norway (Kroner). It is also advisable to carry some Euros with you in countries outside the Eurozone. CURRENCY

TIME ZONE

Most continental European countries (Germany, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Hungary, Poland, etc.) are 1 hour behind Turkey during daylight saving time and 2 hours behind during standard time.

England and Portugal are 2 hours behind Turkey during daylight saving time and 3 hours behind during standard time.

Greece is in the same time zone as Turkey.

ELECTRICITY AND PLUGS

In Germany, Austria, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Portugal, Greece and most continental European countries, plug types are the same as in Turkey (Type C/F, 220-230V).

England uses a different plug type (Type G, with three flat prongs); you must bring a plug adapter for this country.

PHONE USE    

Your mobile phone line can be used abroad if international use (roaming) is enabled.

SHOPPING

There are opportunities to shop at shopping centers and souvenir stalls in city centers. In EU countries, you may benefit from Tax Free (tax refund) opportunities for purchases above a certain amount.

CLOTHING AND NECESSARY ITEMS

For the summer season: T-shirts and shirts that can be easily put on and taken off, cotton trousers, shorts, comfortable walking shoes, a light jacket and sweater for the evenings; a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, camera and chargers are also recommended.

For the winter season: layered clothing that allows you to move comfortably and keeps you warm, a coat, scarf, hat and waterproof shoes are recommended.