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Center Grove High School Concert Choir

Option B �– London & Edinburgh

June 12 - 19, 2012

Tour Overview Seven-Day (Six-Night) ItineraryJune 12 �– 19, 2012

Travel Day, Tuesday, June 12, 2012Overnight commercial flights from Indianapolis to London, England

Day One, Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Morning arrival into London airport. After customs formalities the group are welcome by our local professional guides. Board waiting motorcoach and transfer into central London. Enrouteto the hotel we pass many of the major sights of London�’s West End including Downing Street, Big Ben, River Thames, the House of Parliament, Buckingham Palace including the changing of the guard (if held). Included admission fees to Westminster Abbey and Shakespeare�’s Globe Exhibition. Welcome dinner in the suburban London hotel.


Day Two, Thursday, June 14, 2012

Continue London sightseeing today in the city of London, passing through the financial district, Tower Bridge, St Paul�’s Cathedral including a guided tour of the Tower of London & Crown Jewels. Soon after he became King in 1066 William the Conqueror built a fortress here to guard the entrance to London from the Thames estuary. The Tower has since served as a royal residence, armoury, treasury and most famously as a prison for enemies of the crown. We have time to visit the world famous Madame Tussuard�’s Waxworks museum. Early dinner before tonight�’s concert performance in a local London venue.


Day Three, Friday, June 15, 2012

We transfer this morning to Stonehenge, this Neolithic monument looms over Salisbury Plain with its 50 ton pillars, part calendar, part place of worship, dates back over 3000 years. From Stonehenge we transfer to nearby Salisbury for free time for lunch. This afternoon we include a walking tour of this charming market town with an included visit to Salisbury Cathedral. The cathedral dates from 1220 and is a beautiful and historic building, an international symbol of Christianity and a world class heritage attraction. Return to suburban London hotel in time for dinner.


Day Four, Saturday, June 16, 2012

Our day trip out of London today commences in Oxford, known as the city of �“Dreaming Spires�”. During our walking tour of this historic city we visit Christ Church which is Oxford�’s largest college, re-founded by Henry VIII in 1546. Fans of the Harry Potter films will recognize the Great Hall at Christ Church as it was here that was used a double for some of the interior shots of Hogwarts School

We continue to Warwick Castle, Warwick�’s magnificent castle is a splendid medieval fortress which is also one of the country�’s finest stately homes dating back to the 14th century. Our guided tour will introduce you to the Great Hall, the state rooms and the Kingmaker Exhibition which is a dramatic display of life in medieval England. Return to Suburban London hotel in time for dinner.


Day Five, Sunday, June 17, 2012

Morning departure to London airport to catch the short flight to Edinburgh where the group are welcomed by our local guide. Board our motorcoach and we transfer into Edinburgh for an orientation tour. With its striking medieval and Georgian districts overlooked by the extinct volcanic rock of Arthur�’s Seat Edinburgh is widely regarded as one of Europe�’s most handsome capitals. During our tour we see the Royal Mile, the Palace of Holyrood House which is the Queen�’s official residence when staying in Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle. Early dinner before tonight�’s concert performance in St. Giles Cathedral or similar Edinburgh venue.


Day Six, Monday, June 18, 2012

We continue Edinburgh sightseeing today by exploring the Royal Mile. The Royal Mile in Edinburgh�’s charming Old Town is the perfect place to get acquainted with the Scottish capital. Incorporating four separate streets (Castle Hill, Lawnmarket, High Street and Canongate) it is brimming with charm. We also visit Edinburgh�’s largest cathedral, St Giles�’ Cathedral which dates back 900 years and is from where the Presbyterian reformer John Knox used to deliver his fiery sermons. This afternoon we visit to Edinburgh Castle and the highlights include the Crown Jewels, the Royal Apartments and the National War Memorial of Scotland. Some free time for shopping before tonight�’s farewell dinner..


Day Seven, Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Morning departure to Edinburgh or Glasgow airport for your return flight to the USA.


SAMPLE FLIGHT SCHEDULE, REQUESTED:Multiple flights needed to accommodate group size

June 12, 2012:Continental Flight, Indianapolis departure 5:04 PM, connecting ChicagoArrive London, 7:55 am, June 13th

ANDContinental Flight, Indianapolis departure 7:15 PM, connecting NewarkArrive London, 10:15 am, June 13th

June 19, 2012:

Continental Flight, Glasgow departure 9:05 AM, Connecting NewarkArrive Indianapolis 3:27 pmandContinental Flight, Glasgow departure 9:00 Am, connecting NewarkArrive Indianapolis 5:22 pm

Tour Package Prices Per Person

LAND AND AIR PRICING:

Double Occupancy: $3,440.64 �– includes insurance

Single Occupancy: $3,720.64 �– includes insurance

AIRFARES SUBJECT TO FUEL SURCHARGE

FINAL FLIGHT SCHEDULES PUBLISHED ON JULY 28, 2011

Tour pricing is based on a minimum of 85 passengers.

Group must sign Waiver to decline insurance �– willreduce price by $121.64 per person

Tour Inclusions

TRANSPORTATION

�• Transportation via modern motorcoaches in Scotland and England, per the itinerary

�• Round Trip Commercial flight between Indianapolis and London, returning from Glasgow, Scotland

�• One-way flight between London-Glasgow

ACCOMMODATIONS�• Four (4) nights hotel accommodations in London Area �–

outer suburban or airport location�• Two (2) nights hotel accommodations in Edinburgh area �–

outer suburban or airport location

ACTIVITIES�• Guided sightseeing tours of London, Edinburgh, Stonehenge,

and Warwick�• Entrance fees to Westminster Abbey, Shakespeare Globe

theatre and Exhibition, Tower of London, Madame Tussauds, Stonehenge, Christ Church, Edinburgh Castle, and St. Giles Cathedral

MEALS:�• Breakfast each morning in your hotel (total of 6 breakfasts)�• Six (6) dinners throughout tour at your hotels

Tour Inclusions

POSSIBLE PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES:

Performances have been tentatively scheduled for this proposal, to be arranged if deemed possible by choir director

�• Choral performance at St. Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh �–pending approval

�• Choral performance at Southwark Cathedral in London, England �– pending approval

OTHER INCLUSIONS:

�• Grueninger Tours Travel Director throughout the tour, along with European travel staff member(s)

�• Two (2) complimentary tours (based on double occupancy and a minimum of 85 paid passengers)

�• Luggage tags and custom itineraries for all tour participants�• All taxes and tips on included items

THE TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

Airline Fuel Surcharge (if applicable); baggage handling; forwarding of baggage; oversize or overweight baggage; incidental charges (i.e., snacks, laundry, room service, phone calls, pay movies and games, souvenirs); equipment rental; tips to step-on guides, drivers or travel directors and any items not mentioned above.

Tour Conditions:Payment Schedule

deposit $500.00 Due upon registration

2nd deposit $350.00 AUGUST 19, 20113RD deposit $350.00 SEPTEMBER 19, 20114TH deposit $350.00 OCTOBER 19, 20115TH deposit $350.00 NOVEMBER 19, 20116TH deposit $350.00 DECEMBER 19, 20117TH deposit $350.00 JANUARY 19, 20128TH deposit $350.00 FEBRUARY 19, 20129TH deposit $350.00 MARCH 19, 2012

Final Balance May 1, 2012

Please deposit on all paying passengers but include earned complimentary passengers in ALL your counts. The Final Invoice will reflect the credit for the complimentary trips earned.Please remit all payments, made payable by check, to Grueninger Music Tours at:

Grueninger Music ToursMeridian Tower

Suite 380 201 West 103rd Street

Indianapolis, Indiana 46290

Tour Conditions:Cancellation Information

In the event the group cancels more than 180 days before departure due to the following reasons: monetary crisis, political or social unrest, terrorist activities, labor problems, mechanical or construction difficulties, local laws or regulations, climatic aberrations, fire, disaster, diseases, acts of God, or novel conditions, the group will be charged a fee equal to any non-refundable costs set forth by GMT (including all site inspection costs, if applicable) for the purpose of acquiring vendor services for the Band.

If group cancellation is received 180 – 151 days before departure, the group will be charged 5% of the total tour fee, based on the minimum number of participants contracted for, in addition to any non-refundable costs set forth by GMT for the purpose of acquiring vendor services for the Band.

If group cancellation is received 150 – 121 days prior to departure, the group will be charged 10% of the total tour fee, based on the minimum number of participants contracted for, in addition to any non-refundable costs set forth by GMT for the purpose of acquiring vendor services for the Band.



There is no refund for group cancellation within the last 60 days.

Note: GMT must receive written notice of all cancellations and changes to itinerary.

Tour Conditions:Responsibility

Grueninger Cruises and Tours, Inc., its employees, shareholders, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, agents and assigns (collectively “Grueninger”) does not own or operate any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for your trip, including, for example, lodging facilities, transportation companies, local ground handlers, food service or entertainment providers, etc. As a result, Grueninger is not liable for any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any such person, or of any other third party not under its control. Without limiting the foregoing, Grueninger accepts no responsibility for any risk or resulting injury, delay, inconvenience, damage, or death which results from criminal activity, weather or other acts of God, accidents, disease, epidemics or the threat thereof, illness, the provision of inappropriate or no medical attention or access to appropriate medical attention, the demands of indoor or outdoor activities, strikes, political or civil unrest, overbooking, structural or other defective conditions in hotels or other lodging facilities, acts of terrorism or the threat thereof, insurrection or revolt, or any other event beyond its direct control.

Grueninger in its sole discretion reserves the right to decline to accept any participant as a member of these trips. Grueninger reserves the right in its sole discretion to terminate any participant who does not abide by its rules and regulations, and/or whose conduct is deemed to be such as to endanger the participant, the success of the program or the welfare of other participants, staff members and/or third parties. In the event of such termination, the participant will be sent home at the expense of the participant and his or her parent or guardian. The manner and means of transporting the participant home shall be determined exclusively byGrueninger. In the event of such termination, there will be no refund whatsoever. The participant is personally liable to Grueninger for any damages caused by improper conduct. Grueninger may cancel any trip because of insufficient enrollment or for any other reason. The terms set forth in this agreement constitute the entire agreement between participant and Grueninger.

Any amendment to this agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties.No refunds will be made for features in the trip not utilized. The cost of replacing lost or stolen tickets is the responsibility of the passenger. If a flight or transfer by motorcoach or train is missed, whether by weather or other conditions beyond Grueninger’s control, participant is responsible to make his or her own arrangements and to pay all charges associated therewith.Participant’s retention of tickets, reservations, or bookings after issuance shall constitute consent to the above, as well as an agreement on participant’s part to convey the contents hereof to his or her travel companions or group members.

Your Tour Consultant

Name: James DiBlasioPhone: 800-225-9919Direct: 317-218-0832Mobile: 317-385-1692Email: [email protected]

High quality custom tour design and execution for band, choir and educational programs with a commitment to excellence.

Quality Value Integrity Since 1954!

A proven leader in group travel, our expert staff

custom designs each tour include beautiful and

historic sites, excellent accommodations,

comprehensive sightseeing, new and

exciting experiences, a few extra surprises and a

great deal of fun and enjoyment. We listen to your needs, budget and

objectives to create your program�’s once-in-a-

lifetime event.

Grueninger Music Tours

201 W. 103rd Street, Suite 380

Indianapolis, IN 46290

(800) 844-4159

[email protected]

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