2017 - APT Europe Land Journeys

APT-EUR-LAND-A$-2017

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GRAND RAIL JOURNEYS Are there any restrictions on the size and number of pieces of luggage? There is limited space inside the cabin for luggage storage. We recommend soft-topped luggage as it is easier to store, as luggage cannot be stored under the beds. There is a dedicated luggage storage area at the end of each carriage. We recommend passengers unpack and store their empty suitcase in this area. Our cabin attendants will assist with this. What currency will I need to bring? Currency on board the Golden Eagle Danube Express is Euros, whilst on the Golden Eagle the currency is US Dollars. Only cash payments can be accepted on board. Each cabin has a safe in which to store any valuables, such as cash. There will be little need for currency on board, other than for laundry, additional bar bills and on board souvenirs. It is possible to run a 'tab' on board and make one payment at the end of the tour. In Russia, we recommend passengers travel with small denominations and clean dollar bills for use off the train, as marked or torn US Dollar bills are generally not accepted. You will only require money for souvenirs and any shopping you may wish to do off the train. Your Tour Manager and/or guides will advise you on how, and if necessary, where to change money. What is the dress code on the train? During the day, the dress code on the Golden Eagle and Golden Eagle Danube Express is casual both on and off the train. In the evening we suggest smart casual. For our winter tours on the Golden Eagle, we recommend Ski-type jackets and trousers and thermal underwear. The train itself is always well heated and normal indoor clothing can be worn. What type of footwear is required? Since every tour requires some walking, we recommend that passengers pack some comfortable walking shoes. A rubber sole is recommended to avoid possible slipping. What about included meals? All meals are included on board, as well as wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner. If you have a food allergy that needs to be managed on tour, please advise APT or your travel agent as soon as possible, as well as your Tour Manager upon arrival, as most suppliers require advance notice to accommodate this. Is there set seating in the dining car? We operate a free seating policy. All passengers can choose where to sit for all meals and there will always be enough seats to accommodate all passengers in one sitting. Meals times will be advised in the daily programme supplied in your cabin each evening. Can I dine in my cabin? On the Golden Eagle, all guests are able to enjoy a light continental breakfast in their cabin. Imperial Suite guests can also request to eat dinner in the privacy of their cabin. On the Golden Eagle Danube Express, all meals are enjoyed in the Restaurant Car. Can I smoke on board the train? The Golden Eagle and the Golden Eagle Danube Express are non-smoking trains, however there is a designated area at the back of each train where people are permitted to smoke. Will I have Wi-Fi internet access? On the Golden Eagle there is a Wi-Fi box on board, powered by a 3G sim. Coverage is limited and will usually be available as we pass through larger cities and towns. However, on all tours we aim to provide internet access in a local hotel or restaurant for passengers at least every other day. Will I need a plug adaptor? On the Golden Eagle, each cabin has 110 V (dc) and 220 V (ac) sockets suitable for charging video batteries and shaving. We also recommend packing spare camera batteries that you may require for your trip. On the Golden Eagle Danube Express, each Deluxe cabin contains two 220v European two pin sockets. Heritage cabins contain one socket. It would be worthwhile bringing an adaptor if you are likely to need to plug in multiple appliances at once. 110 | FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS VIEW EUROPE VIDEOS Gain a greater insight into the sensational wonders of Europe with online videos available at aptouring.com.au. Ask your travel agent or contact us for our latest DVD.

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