FAQ

Question 1

Passport, visa & entry requirements

Accepted Answer

- This tour visits the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary , Austria, and Germany. In order to enter these countries, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
- We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
- There is no visa required for U.S. or Canadian citizens.
- If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact each country’s consulate for your specific  entry requirements.
- You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to [goaheadtours.com/myaccount](goaheadtours.com/myaccount).

Question 2

Tour pacing & mobility

Accepted Answer

* You will walk for at least 2.5 hours daily across mostly flat terrain with some cobblestone streets, hills, and stairs.
* Travelers should be healthy enough to participate  in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the total amount of walking on your tour.
* You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times.
* Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
* If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer  Experience Team.

Question 3

Transportation & arrival information

Accepted Answer

* Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in Prague and depart from Munich. A representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the arrival lounge, as the representative might  be escorting one of your fellow travelers to the bus  at the time of your arrival.
* Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours. Travelers who purchase their own flights may request airport transfers with Go Ahead Tours for an additional cost.
* A train ride from Prague to Olomouc is included in the price of your tour.
* All other included transportation on this tour  is by private motor coach.

Question 4

Baggage allowance

Accepted Answer

* Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections  or flights. 
* Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits. 
* Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights. 
* Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.

Question 5

Clothing & packing tips

Accepted Answer

* We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket  or rainwear.
* A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
* You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance.
* It is preferable not to visit churches or other religious sites with bare legs and shoulders (and entrance may be denied on this basis).

Question 6

Health

Accepted Answer

- At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at [**cdc.gov**](https://www.cdc.gov/).
- If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
- If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.
- You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to [goaheadtours.com/myaccount](goaheadtours.com/myaccount).

Question 7

Cuisine

Accepted Answer

* Czech food is hearty, and you’ll find large portions of veal, beef, and potato dishes. Some of the world’s finest beers are produced here, including the original Budweiser and Pils.
* When in Poland, fill up on favorites like kielbasa and pierogi. Don’t miss out on trying the bagels—they were born here.
* Slovakian cuisine shares many characteristics with its neighbors. Dishes are rooted in a history where villages had to be self-sufficient, and easy-to-preserve staples like wheat, potatoes, pork, onions, and sauerkraut remain favorites.
* Hungary claims goulash as its national dish, but also is known for excellent salamis, cheeses, nut-flavored pancakes, freshwater fish, and preserved fruits.
* Austria is known for its savory Wiener schnitzel and excellent wild trout, carp, and crayfish. Save room for dessert—especially the strudels of fruit and nuts and elegant chocolate cakes, such as the world-famous Sachertorte.
* German food is hearty and substantial. Among the specialties are dumpling stews, sauerkraut, sausages, smoked cheeses, and dark breads. Bavaria produces some of the world’s purest beers, and white German wines are exceptionally good.

Question 8

Electricity & air conditioning

Accepted Answer

* All destinations visited on this tour operate on the European standard 220-240 volts and use Types C,  E, or F plugs with two small, round pins.
* We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other device without a built-in converter.
* The strength of the air conditioning in European hotels is often not as strong or as cool as what you might be used to in the U.S. or Canada. When air conditioning is available, it is usually regulated seasonally and controlled centrally by the hotel.
* Your hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot  be guaranteed.

Question 9

Connectivity

Accepted Answer

* Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, though some charges may apply.
* There is no Wi-Fi on any of the motor coaches.
* Please contact your mobile service provider for information on roaming charges.

Question 10

Time zones

Accepted Answer

* All destinations visited on this tour are one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and six hours ahead of Eastern Time (ET). 
* When it’s noon in New York, it’s 6pm on tour.

Question 11

Currency

Accepted Answer

* You will use the Czech koruna in the Czech Republic, the Polish złoty in Poland, the euro in Slovakia, Austria and Germany, and the Hungarian forint in Hungary.
* Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive.
* We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
* You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
* Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
* International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.

Question 12

Tipping

Accepted Answer

- At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency or USD. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
- We recommend tipping the equivalent of $10USD  to $12USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.
- If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent  of $2USD per local guide.
- Tips can only be paid in cash.

Question 13

Purchasing excursions on tour

Accepted Answer

* Most optional excursions will be available for purchase while you are on tour.
* Your Tour Director will only accept cash (in USD only), Visa, or MasterCard as payment for excursions.
* Please be advised that if you pay for an excursion by credit card while on tour, it may take up to three months for your card to be charged.
* Some optional excursions may only be purchased in advance. See page four of your tour itinerary for more information.

Food & Wine: A Taste of Eastern Europe

Spend a week tracing the shared history of four distinct nations.

Your tour package includes

Included highlights

Itinerary

Overnight flight

Day 1: Travel day

Prague

Day 2: Arrival in Prague, river cruise & welcome dinner

Hotels

Prague - NH Prague City

Qubus Hotel Kraków

Grand Hotel Praha

Radisson Blu Beke Hotel

Vienna - MAXX by Steigenberger Hotel Vienna

Munich - NYX Hotel Munich

Flights

Add our airfare and you’ll get:

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Food & Wine: A Taste of Eastern Europe

Spend a week tracing the shared history of four distinct nations.

Your tour package includes

Included highlights

Itinerary

Overnight flight1 night

Day 1: Travel day

Prague2 nights

Day 2: Arrival in Prague, river cruise & welcome dinner

Hotels

Prague - NH Prague City

Qubus Hotel Kraków

Grand Hotel Praha

Radisson Blu Beke Hotel

Vienna - MAXX by Steigenberger Hotel Vienna

Munich - NYX Hotel Munich

Flights

Add our airfare and you’ll get:

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Overnight flight

Prague