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1. LUXEMBOURG
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2. INTRODUCTION
• A Landlocked country in WESTERN EUROPE.A Landlocked country in WESTERN EUROPE.
• It has the population of approximate 524,853 and hasIt has the population of approximate 524,853 and has
an area of 2,586 sq. km., thus called as smallestan area of 2,586 sq. km., thus called as smallest
sovereign nations in Europe.sovereign nations in Europe.
•It is headed by a grand Duke and world’s only GrandIt is headed by a grand Duke and world’s only Grand
Duchy.Duchy.
•The country has a highly developed economy, with theThe country has a highly developed economy, with the
world's highest GDP per capita.world's highest GDP per capita.
• The currency is Euro though Luxembourgish Franc isThe currency is Euro though Luxembourgish Franc is
also used.also used.

3. • A giant gorge Luxembourg is a city with cliffs,
• Bordered by Belgium, France, and Germany.•Luxembourg culture is a mix of Romance Europe andLuxembourg culture is a mix of Romance Europe and
Germanic Europe, borrowing customs from each of theGermanic Europe, borrowing customs from each of the
distinct traditions.distinct traditions.
•French is the predominant language spoken inFrench is the predominant language spoken in
Luxembourg, although German and LuxembourgishLuxembourg, although German and Luxembourgish
are also official languages.are also official languages.
• The City of Luxembourg, is the seat of severalThe City of Luxembourg, is the seat of several
institutions and agencies of the European Union andinstitutions and agencies of the European Union and
an important financial centrean important financial centre

4. MAP

5. VISA AND ALLOWANCE
• EEA and Swiss citizens need only produce a passport which is
valid for the entirety of their stay in Luxembourg.
• Non-EU citizens who are visa-exempt (e.g. New Zealanders
and Australians) must present a passport which is valid for at
least 3 months on the day they enter Luxembourg.
• Non-EU nationals who are required to have a visa (e.g. South
Africans) must have a passport which has at least 3 months'
validity beyond their period of stay in Luxembourg in order
for a Schengen visa to be granted.

6. TRANSPORT SYSTEMS
• BY LAND:
Main road are from Brussels which take 2 hrs.
A4 from Paris also the high-speed TGV link to Paris
takes only 2 hrs,
E25 from Metz and E44 Trier in Germany.
• BY AIR:
Air France, British Airways, Czech Air… indirectly and
Swiss Airways, Jet Airways, Alitalia… directly from India.

7. FOOD & FESTIVALS
Local Foods and Drinks
•Bouneschlupp-
a soup with French beans,
•Judd mat Gaardebounen- neck of
pork with steamed potato.
•Luxembourg's Crémant-
a sparkling wine produced with the
traditional method for French
champagne including Bofferding
Beer.

8. Festivals and Celebrations
•Buergbrennen: huge bonfires blaze
celebrating the end of winter.
•Emaischen: held every Easter Monday in
the village of Nospelt
•Octave: the main religious festival of the
year, held in the second half of April for 2
weeks.
•National holiday: celebrated on 23 June in
honor of the grand duke.

9. ACCOMODATION
Hotels-
• Le Place d’Armes, a five star hotel in luxembourg city,
near 1 km of city center.
• De La Poste in Alzette, near Vianden bus station.
Youth hostel(5) at 2 Rue du Fort Olisy with cheap rates
of rooms.
Also there is numerous camping sites where caravans
can easily parked and well demanded by tourists.

10. MAJOR TOURISTIC DESTINATIONS
The Grund
The valley itself, known as the Grund, also has points of interest such
as the Neumünster Abbey and the Natural History Museum. Once a
poor quarter of the city, it has become increasingly popular for its
night life in the narrow medieval streets and for its gastronomic
restaurants.

11. MOSELLE VALLEY
The rounded hills of the Moselle valley are lined by vineyards.
The river passes a number of quaint little riverside towns and
villages with narrow streets, wine cooperatives and annual wine
festivals.

12. Medieval castle of Vianden
Vianden Castle was built between the 11th and 14th centuries
and became the seat of the counts of Vianden. It was further
developed until the 18th century but with the departure of the
Counts of Luxembourg to the Netherlands

13. Echternach with its abbey
The picturesque town, still surrounded by its medieval walls,
hosts the International Music Festival in May and June each
year. It is an ideal starting point for walks into the Mullertal or
for cycle trips along the River Sure

14. GRAND DUKE PALACE
It is the residence of the Grand Duke and people have
been allowed to see and touch it , some of its sections
and enjoy the luxurious view of the palace. It is in
Luxembourg city.

15. TOUR ITENARY
5 Day 4 Night
• Day 1 – Local departure by coach, then on to Vianden
in Luxembourg for a four-night stay in 3star Grand
Hotel Vianden having view of Orange castle.
• Day 2 – Vianden Walking Tour and Grevenmacher
Winetasting - Enjoy a morning at leisure in Vianden on
the banks of the River Our, with an included walking
tour of this pretty town. Explore the narrow streets,
churches and Gothic architecture of this historic town,
dominated by the Orange Castle. This afternoon we
included winetasting in Grevenmacher. B,D

16. • Day 3 – Luxembourg City and Guided Walking
Tour - Included excursion to Luxembourg City,
capital of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, with
an included, guided walking tour.
Stroll through the Petrusse Gorge or the old town
and see the remains of one of the most imposing
fortresses in Europe, including Luxembourg
Castle, the National Museums of Art and
Natural History, and the Grand Ducal Palace.
Also explore Bock casemates, Place d’Armes on
foot and enjoy night life with local foods. When
you fancy a rest, relax in one of the many bars or
cafes. B,D

17. • Day 4 – Trier and Echternach - Full-day, optional tour
to Trier, the oldest and one of the most beautiful cities
in Germany. Stroll through the impressive market
square or taste some of the exquisite Moselle wines in
one of the local inns. On our return to Vianden in
evening, we head through the charming region known
as ‘Little Switzerland’, making a short stop in
Echternach, location of one of the largest Roman Villas
in North-East Gaul. Church enthusiasts can feast their
eyes on the Benedictine Abbey. B,D and can enjoy
cycling tours.
• Day 5 – To Calais, then return back home. Included
Meals: B=Breakfast D=Dinner. Some joining points
carry a supplement which will be clearly shown when
booking the package.

18. SHORT TOUR ITENARY
2Day 1Night
• Take road journey from Brussels or Paris or Trier and
reach Luxembourg city and check in youth hostel in
morning.
• Explore the city on a 2 hour walking tour organized
by tourist Board of Luxembourg which includes
Luxembourg Castle, the National Museums of Art
and Natural History, and the Grand Ducal
Palace,Bock casemates, Place d’Armes.
• Take local rail or Tram to cover 1 hour journey and
reach to Vianden and witness the Vianden Castle,
river and churches for 3-4 hours.

19. • Return to Luxembourg city and enjoy nightlife
there with local foods in cafes and food chains
in Grund.
• Next day check out and reach to Echternach
for a morning cycling /biking tour for 3 hours,
enjoy the high cliffs and grand views.
• In noon, reach to Moselle valley ,taste the
local wines and beer, enjoy the mondorf-les-
Bains, a spa, a must do.
• Take a bus to reach vianden and way back via
train.