Central Europe Stars Poland & Germany & Czechia Tour Route with Direct Departure from İzmir

Tour details

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION

CONDITION OF PARTICIPATION
This tour is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 30 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the final cancellation notice date is 20 days before the tour start date. The tour cancelled due to insufficient participation will be notified to you through our agency.

VISA and PASSPORT
Ordinary Passport  Visa required

Green Passport  Visa not required

Service Passport  Visa not required

You must have a passport valid for 6 months from the end date of travel and not older than 10 years.

For destinations requiring a visa, the visa application must be made with the documents specified in the “Documents Required for Visa” list that your agency will send to you for the visa application. To avoid problems with customs police at the border crossing of the country to be visited due to torn, worn, wet and/or similarly damaged passports; such passports must be renewed and, if it is a country applying a visa to T.R. citizens, the relevant visa must be in the new passport. Otherwise, responsibility belongs to the passenger. As our guests under the age of 18 may be asked by the police officer on duty at the country entry and exit points for a document showing the joint consent of the parents when traveling alone or with only one of their parents; we recommend that our guests under 18 and their parents show sensitivity on this matter.

*Having a valid passport and/or having obtained a visa (for the destination/passport requiring a visa) does not mean that entry into the country is guaranteed. The passport police have the authority to deny you entry into the country. Our agency is not responsible for this situation; responsibility belongs to the passenger.

CURRENCY
The common currency of Czechia, Poland and Germany is Euro (EUR), and it is widely used throughout all countries.

TIME ZONE
Central European Time (CET) is used in Central European countries such as Poland, Czechia and Germany. It is 1 hour behind Turkey. The difference remains the same according to winter/summer time application; during daylight saving time, the clocks in European countries continue to be 1 hour behind Turkey.

FOOD CULTURE
Czech cuisine, stands out with its meat- and pastry-heavy flavors that bear traces of the Central European culinary tradition. Sauced meat dishes, dumpling-like recipes and knedliky (bread dough) are indispensable on the table. Gulaš, Svíčková and Trdelník are among the best-known flavors of Czech cuisine.

Polish cuisine; offers its guests a warm and filling Central European flavor experience with traditional pierogi dumplings, aromatic soups and rich meat dishes.

German cuisine; with its famous bratwurst sausages, pretzel breads and traditional meat dishes reflects the warm and hearty flavors of German culture.

ELECTRICAL OUTLETS
The electrical outlets used in Germany, France, Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands are compatible with Turkey. Therefore, no additional plug adapter is required for your electronic devices.

SHOPPING
There are shopping malls in city centers and small stalls selling souvenirs. In addition, during the tour of Barcelona’s famous La Roca Outlet Village, you can find famous brands at affordable prices.

TOURS & OPTIONAL TOURS and ACTIVITIES
*All City and Cultural Tours written in the program are included in the price.

*If optional tours and activities or program options such as boat trips are explicitly specified in the program, they are organized with a minimum participation requirement of 15 people, and participation is not mandatory. If sufficient numbers are not reached, the excursions may not be carried out, or the prices, content, and vehicle used for the optional tour/activity may vary according to the number of participants. In addition, the days and times of extra tours/activities may be changed by the guide depending on whether the museums, ruins or venues in the places to be visited are open/closed and on weather conditions.

*The agency reserves the right to change the tour route when deemed necessary, provided that the content remains the same.

*Excursions or tours that are not allowed to be visited or undertaken for any reason by local authorities or for other reasons are not carried out. The Agency cannot be held responsible for the inability to carry out such excursions or tours.

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CLOTHING and REQUIRED ITEMS
For the summer season, we recommend that you bring t-shirts that can be easily put on and taken off, short- and long-sleeved shirts, cotton trousers, shorts, comfortable walking shoes, a light jacket and a thin sweater for the evenings. In addition, we recommend that you bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, earplugs against possible noise, a camera, a video camera and their chargers, spare memory cards and chargers. For the autumn and winter period, we recommend clothes that allow you to move comfortably and keep you warm, an umbrella and a thin raincoat.

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ACCOMMODATION
During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances greater than the specified km.

*3-person rooms may be provided depending on hotel availability, and the bed offered to the 3rd person in such rooms may be smaller than standard beds. 3-person rooms consist of 1 large bed and 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are folding beds and coach beds, participants making 3rd-person and/or child reservations are deemed to have declared that they accept the possible cramped conditions in the rooms and the bed type.

*Child discounts are valid for children staying with 2 adults and who fall within the age group specified in the pricing section.

*Among the services included in the tour program, breakfasts taken at the hotel are served in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country you are in.

*In the event of possible inconveniences, due to technical issues reported to us by the hotel management, our agency reserves the right to change the hotel names, provided that the category of the hotels remains the same.

ABOUT AIRLINE TICKETS and FLIGHTS *Before the tour date, flight times and flight ticket reservation number information are shared by our agency. Since this is a group reservation, you can have your baggage and customs procedures done at the stated time and counter with only your passport, even without your ticket. Check-in procedures are carried out by our agency.

*During registration, the name, date of birth, passport and ID number as written in the passport must be entered into the system. Flight tickets are issued according to this information. Cancellations or changes to airline tickets resulting from incorrect information will result in the no-show fee being charged to guests.

*In cases where you are unable to participate because you missed the flight due to being late or due to your own reasons, our agency is not responsible for losses arising from payments made to hotels and airlines.

*Our agency is an intermediary institution between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be a risk of delay on scheduled and special flights, or times may change before the current tour and flight. Routes may vary depending on the city where the plane lands. All times must be confirmed 48 hours before departure dates. Our agency is obliged to notify these changes as soon as possible. Our passengers have purchased the tour knowing and accepting that flight details may change.

*Children between 0-2 years of age do not pay field tax and field services fee.

FLIGHT DURATIONS
Izmir ✈︎ Berlin ⏱︎ 2 hr 5 min

Warsaw ✈︎ Izmir ⏱︎ 2 hr 20 min

LOSSES, OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS, PASSPORT and ID LOSSES
*During your trip, when leaving the hotels where you are staying, please make sure that you have taken all your belongings with you. In case forgotten items are found, the expenses incurred during delivery to the country and/or person belong to the owner of the item.

*In the event that your passport is lost or stolen, our agency representative/guide must continue the Tour Program for the other traveling guests as promised by the agency; therefore, they should know that they will act on their own responsibility regarding all arrangements related to passport procedures, return, or joining the tour in the country where the loss/theft occurred. Our Agency accepts no responsibility for any difficulties or problems that may arise in this regard.

*The Agency is not responsible for items forgotten, lost or stolen during the tour

TRANSPORTATION and LOCAL TRANSPORT SERVICESİ

*It is mandatory to fasten your seat belts during the journey. For our passengers aged 0-4, it is mandatory to bring a “vehicle baby seat.” In case of non-compliance with the rules, our agency cannot be held responsible for any traffic fines or penalties that may be imposed.

*Even if the vehicle seat numbers provided in the countries to be visited are the same as when purchased, the direction, location or position may differ. Placement is made in accordance with the vehicle conditions of the country in question.

*All vehicles offered by local vehicle service providers for transportation and transfer services are inspected in accordance with European Union rules and conditions. Vehicles that pass inspection provide service if they are comfortable and flawless, regardless of their model and age.

*Including the tours specified in the program, in cases where, on the day and time of the tour, local authorities do not allow visits or entry, or where the tour becomes impossible due to closed roads caused by any event or due to weather conditions, our Agency is not responsible for the inability to carry out the said tours. Some tours may be conducted by public transportation or on foot where possible, in places with closed roads or where vehicle entry is not permitted.

*During your trip, seat numbers are fixed by being assigned according to the order of reservation. Even if the given seat numbers are the same in numbering, the direction, place or position may differ. Placement is made in accordance with the vehicle conditions of the country in question.

HEALTH We do not think that you will encounter any problem in the meals to be taken in the region’s good restaurants and hotels that will threaten your health. Nevertheless, when you are not with the group, we recommend that you be careful about food and drink, absolutely consume bottled water, avoid ice, milk and dairy products, consume meat and fish products that you are sure are well cooked, and for fruit, eat fruits that can be peeled, such as bananas and pineapples.

We strongly recommend that you obtain a report and invoice from the health units where you receive treatment in case of health problems or injuries that may occur due to reasons beyond your control. It will be beneficial for you in insurance-related procedures if needed.

What's included
  • Luxury and Comfortable Transportation Service Throughout the Tour
  • All City and Cultural Tours Clearly Specified in the Program
  • Auschwitz Nazi Camp Visit and Entrance Fees
  • 1 Night in Dresden Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
  • 2 Nights in Prague Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
  • 1 Night in Krakow Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
  • 1 Night in Warsaw Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
  • All Country and City Entrance Fees, Customs, and Hotel Tourist Accommodation Taxes
  • All Highway Checkpoint and Parking Fees
  • Turkish-Speaking Guiding and Local Guiding Services
  • Mandatory TURSAB Professional Liability Insurance
  • Travel and Health Cancellation Insurance (A surcharge applies for guests over 65 years old)
Not included
  • International departure tax fee (Paid by guests via Mobile APP or to the relevant banks.)
  • Entrance fees for museums, ruins and archaeological sites, national parks, and palaces that guests wish to visit on their own
  • Local entertainment programs and boat/cruise excursions specified as extra in the program
  • Vltava River Boat Tour with open buffet meal and limited drinks (Extra / 55 Euro)
  • Medieval Night with limited drinks and a show program (Extra / 75 Euro)
  • Guide and driver tips
Tour Program
Izmir - Berlin - Dresden
After meeting our guide in front of the SunExpress Airlines counter at İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport International Terminal at the specified time shortly after midnight, and after completing the necessary baggage and customs procedures, we take our non-stop (direct) flight and arrive at Berlin Brandenburg Airport. After loading our luggage onto our waiting vehicle and taking our seats, we visit the Berlin Wall, one of the symbols of the Cold War era; Checkpoint Charlie, one of Berlin’s important checkpoints; Museum Island, one of the city’s landmarks; Berlin Cathedral (DOM); Gendarmenmarkt Square; Unter den Linden Street; Brandenburg Gate; the Parliament Building; and Alexanderplatz Square. Following free time in the city center for shopping and lunch, we depart Berlin and travel to Dresden, another beautiful city in Germany, noted for its Baroque and Rococo architecture and referred to as the Florence of the Elbe. In this city, which was heavily bombed during World War II and quickly restored to its present modern appearance, the places to be seen include the Brühl Terrace, known as the “Balcony of Europe,” the Elbe River, Albertinum, the Academy of Fine Arts, Hofkirche, Semper Opera House, Zwinger Palace, Old Town Square, Frauenkirche, and the Martin Luther Statue. After completing our tour, we have free time in the city center for shopping and dinner, and then we check in to our hotel. Overnight in our hotel in Dresden. 16 July Accommodation: 4* Hotel Dresden Neustadt
Dresden - Karlovy Vary - Prague
After breakfast at our hotel, we depart from Dresden and set off to visit Karlovy Vary, one of the most prominent and famous cities of Europe’s high society as well as the art and political worlds in the 18th and 19th centuries, and a city we know well for Atatürk’s visit there for treatment, famous for its thermal springs and porcelain. Our first stop is the Rudolf Hotel, where Atatürk stayed during his treatment. Seeing the magnificent mansions built side by side amid the city’s unique natural beauty, the historic Grand Pupp Hotel, which hosts the annual Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, and the houses where world figures such as Tsar Peter, Goethe, and Beethoven stayed, we visit the thermal colonnades. After our tour, during the free time given, we have the opportunity to taste Czech traditional delicacies and shop at factory outlet stores selling crystal, porcelain, garnet, and amber stones, as well as other traditional Czech souvenirs. After free time, we leave Karlovy Vary and head to Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, also known as the Golden City, the City of 100 Spires, and the Fairytale City. Upon our arrival in the city in the late afternoon, we check into our hotel. For our guests who wish, we leave our hotel for the optional extra open-buffet, limited-drinks Vltava River Boat Tour, and transfer to the city center. Guests who do not wish to join the evening program may spend time in the city center and enjoy their free time to be picked up at the time and point determined by the guide. After our two-hour boat tour, we return to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel in Prague. 17 - 19 July Accommodation: 4* Holiday Inn Prague
Prag
On our first morning in Prague, after breakfast at our hotel, we begin our panoramic city tour covering the Historic Train Station, the National Museum, the State Opera House, and Wenceslas Square, then head to Vyšehrad, where the city’s legendary story began. In the area where the city was founded in the 10th century, we start our walk with views of the Vltava River, after seeing the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul. First, we reach Prague Castle, which has hosted Bohemian kings, Holy Roman Emperors, and the presidents of Czechoslovakia. Continuing through the castle, we see the Old Royal Palace, the Presidential Palace, the seat of the Prague Archbishopric, and the city’s cathedral, St. Vitus Cathedral, whose construction began in 1344 and took six hundred years to complete, hosting the coronation ceremonies of many kings and queens. The Alley of Alchemists, St. George’s Church, the Malá Strana (Lesser Town) district, Charles Bridge, built in the 13th century by Master Builder Peter Parler and adorned with 30 statues of saints, Johannes Kepler’s House in the Old Town district, and the historic Astronomical Clock Tower, where shows featuring the 12 Apostles are performed, are among the other places we will see during our tour. After our walking tour is completed, we give free time for lunch and shopping. The dazzling garnet and Bohemian crystal, among the most popular products of the Czech Republic, will especially attract your attention. After the free time, we continue our tour by seeing the Týn Church, the Jan Hus Monument, the Kinsky Palace, St. Nicholas Church, and the house where Franz Kafka was born. Moving toward the Vltava River, we complete our tour by observing Josefov, the Jewish district known for its Jewish population, the Straka Academy, which is used by the Czech Government today, and the Štefánik, Mánes, and Čech Bridges, and we return to our hotel in the early evening. For those who wish, we depart from our hotel and transfer to the city center for an optional (extra) magnificent Medieval Night with dinner, limited drinks, and a show program. Guests who do not wish to join the program may be dropped off in the city center for this evening, and after the traditional night program, they can be picked up from the time and place determined by the guide and transferred back to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Prague. 17 - 19 July Accommodation: 4* Hotel Swing
Prague - Brno - Kraków
After having our breakfast at the hotel, we leave this beautiful historic city and head to Brno, the second largest city in the Czech Republic and one of the most important destinations in the Moravian region. At the entrance to this young yet historically rich city, known for its historic castles, cultural dynamism, and modern universities, we see Špilberk Castle, which was built in the 1200s as a protective fortress for the Moravian region and later turned into a military fortress during the 17th and 18th centuries under the Habsburg Empire, earning fame as “Austria’s toughest prison.” We stop here to photograph this magnificent castle and receive information from our guide about its history, especially because it was used to hold political prisoners after the revolutions of 1848, and in the 20th century it served military purposes both during the Nazi occupation and under the Czechoslovak army. After seeing this structure, which was founded on Gothic bases and later developed with Baroque and Renaissance influences, we continue to St. Peter and Paul Cathedral, which stands in the historic center of the city and would be the landmark chosen if Brno were to be represented as a postcard. Following the guide’s commentary, we then enjoy free time on the street of the famous square, Náměstí Svobody, considered the heart of Brno and lined with cafés, shops, and souvenir stores. After completing our sightseeing stop in Brno, we follow the route to Katowice, the capital of the Silesia region in southern Poland, a renewed metropolis that combines its industrial heritage with culture, music, and modern architecture, and then continue to Kraków, one of the country’s oldest capitals and the country’s most touristic and romantic city, with its medieval texture, royal heritage, and lively city life. Upon arrival, we get to know the city while listening to our guide’s explanations. We visit the city’s historic main square and trade center, the Cloth Hall (Sukiennice), and then enjoy free time for dinner on Floriańska Street. After meeting again, we check in to our hotel. Overnight in our hotel in Kraków. 19 July: 4* Hotel Swing
Krakow – Auschwitz - Warsaw
After having breakfast at our hotel, we check out of our rooms and begin exploring Krakow. First, we visit Wawel Castle, which greets us upon entering the city and is set on a unique scenic spot along the banks of the Vistula River. Considered a symbol of the nation, this castle was the residence of the former Polish kings and is one of the most important architectural complexes in Central Europe. We take a photo break around the castle and its surroundings. Then, following Kanonicza Street along our walking route through old stone streets and buildings that are examples of medieval architecture, we proceed toward the city center. In Rynek Główny (the Main Square), the largest medieval square in Europe, we see St. Mary’s Basilica. Built in place of the church destroyed during the Mongol invasion in the 13th century, it became one of the most important places of worship for the people. With two unequal towers, the taller one was used for lookout and defense purposes, while the other is covered with a Renaissance-style dome. To commemorate a watchman who was struck and left his duty unfinished during the Mongol attack, the Hejnal Mariacki melody is played every hour from the high tower and is cut off halfway. If we are fortunate, we may witness this during our visit, and we are given free time near the main square. After regrouping, we set our course toward Auschwitz-Birkenau, one of the saddest witnesses to human history, located very close by. This camp, established by Nazi Germany during World War II, was the largest concentration and extermination camp in history. In this area, where more than 1 million people lost their lives between 1940 and 1945, it is now regarded as a center of remembrance and memory. We tour this camp, where Jews first and foremost, as well as Roma, Poles, prisoners of war, and dissidents were held and systematically murdered, while listening to our guide’s explanations. After visiting the “Arbeit macht frei” gate, barracks, prisoners’ quarters, crematorium remains, gas chambers, and memorial areas with our guide at this place of conscience, we then head to Warsaw, the capital of Poland, which was almost completely destroyed during World War II and later rebuilt. Upon arriving in this city, nestled among the bends of the Vistula, we are given a short period of free time for dinner on Nowy Świat Street, accompanied by our guide’s information. After regrouping, we settle into our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Warsaw. 20 July Accommodation: Novotel Warszawa Centrum or similar
Warsaw - Izmir
After breakfast at our hotel, we begin our walking tour to discover Warsaw, the capital and largest city of Poland, which was almost reborn from its ashes after World War II. Despite having experienced one of the most difficult periods in European history, this dynamic metropolis today stands out with its modern architecture and historical texture; our first stop is Castle Square, considered the heart of the Old Town district. Here, we see Royal Castle-Warsaw, once the official residence of the Polish kings and rebuilt faithfully after being completely destroyed in the war. After photographing this magnificent structure, which reflects elegant examples of Baroque and Neoclassical architecture, from the outside, we receive information from our guide about the history of the Polish monarchy and the reconstruction process of the castle. Continuing from Castle Square, we walk through the streets of Warsaw Old Town, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. As we move among colorful facades, cobblestone narrow streets, and historic squares, we witness Warsaw’s story stretching from the Middle Ages to the present day. During our short break at the Old Town Square, we have the opportunity to take photos and explore the surroundings. After our tour in the historic district, we head to the city center to get to know modern Warsaw more closely. We see the Palace of Culture and Science, one of the most important architectural symbols of the Soviet era and a landmark on the city’s skyline, from a panoramic perspective, and listen to our guide’s explanations about the role of this massive structure in Warsaw’s cultural and artistic life. In the continuation of our tour, we stop for lunch and free time around Nowy Świat, one of the city’s most prestigious shopping and strolling streets. During this time, our guests can taste local flavors of Polish cuisine, spend time in cafés, and shop. After the free time, we go to Łazienki Park, one of the most elegant and peaceful spots in Warsaw. In this vast green area, also known as the Royal Baths, we see the Palace on the Isle, historic pavilions, ponds, and the world-famous monument to composer Chopin. After a walking break in this unique setting where nature and history intertwine, we complete our Warsaw tour. At the end of our trip, we transfer to the airport at the time determined by our guide and complete the procedures at the airport for our return flight, ending our unforgettable journey in Poland. We fly with SunExpress Airlines. As the clock passes midnight and the calendar shows the date of the next day, we arrive in Izmir and bid farewell until we meet again on our next travel program.