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4 DAY Oktoberfest Festmeister ELOFUU-9 This tour visits: Germany Officially the

year to celebrate the three best things to come out of Germany: beer, bratwurst

Make your own way to Munich for this legendary four-day camping trip, taking in

The Bucket List More Inclusions Walking tour of Munich Join the Oktoberfest

1 4 DAY Oktoberfest Festmeister ELOFUU-9 This tour visits: Germany Officially the world s biggest party, Oktoberfest draws a crowd of seven million people every year to celebrate the three best things to come out of Germany: beer, bratwurst and pretzels. Make your own way to Munich for this legendary four-day camping trip, taking in the best of Europe s most #epic German beer festival. Prost! The Bucket List More Inclusions Walking tour of Munich Join the Oktoberfest celebrations 3 breakfasts 3 nights camping in pre-erected tents with air mattresses (twin-share) Return coach transport to Oktoberfest Awesome Ground Crew Trip Itinerary

2 Day 1 - Munich, Germany You ve made it to Munich! Get excited, it s gonna be an incredible few days. You ll need to arrive today at our camping grounds for check-in. A Topdeck representative will be on site to answer any questions you may have about the next few days or the festival itself. Later: this evening is all yours. Pork knuckles and beer anyone? Day 2 - Munich Today, we see what all the hype is about. You won't be disappointed. Complete with rides, food stalls and of course beer, you know you ve made it to Oktoberfest. Later, if you re keen, we ll take you through the streets of Munich and show you the A to Z of this buzzing city. Prost! Included today: -Optional free walking tour of Munich Meals: -Breakfast Day 3 - Munich Today is yours to do as you please. Go exploring and set foot in the beer halls you may have missed yesterday (there are loads more than just Hofbräuhaus). The city centre is also pretty close, so feel free to go exploring there too. Included today: -Optional free walking tour of Munich Meals: -Breakfast Day 4 - Munich After breakfast we say bye to Oktoberfest for another year. But hey, why not head out for one final drink? Meals: -Breakfast Meals Meals At the campsite, there will be trained Topdeck Chefs who are responsible for providing your included meals. The site is equipped with all the utensils required for Chefs to cook fresh dishes each day. Your included meals are detailed in the More Inclusions section of this document.

3 Breakfasts are included every day (except on the first morning). Breakfast times are on display for each day on the whiteboard outsi If you have any dietary requirements, we will make every effort to cater to your specific needs as long as you advise your travel age However, please be aware that although we will do everything in our power to arrange it, we cannot guarantee that every restaurant No Tip Necessary Your Topdeck crew never expect tips themselves and will not ask for any; that s not what friends do! We also know how much tipping can cost you. So go ahead, spoil yourself with the money you will save by travelling with Topdeck (just don t forget Mum s souvenir). Topdeck Travel App Our travel app has landed! With a range of awesome features including a Currency Converter, Budget Tracker, Check-In tool and Social Timeline you can plan your trip like a pro. Think of it like your very own Topdeck Trip Leader, always on call with the latest info, weather, maps and city guides to give you the trip of a lifetime, all in the palm of your hand. Please note: The Topdeck Travel App should only be downloaded once you have booked onto your trip. You will not be able to log in unless you have a Topdeck Booking Reference Number. Get it for iphone Get it for Android Passenger safety One of the best parts of travelling is experiencing the nightlife and entertainment each city has to offer. However, amidst the fun and excitement, it s important to be aware of your surroundings and personal safety as well. Before you hit the road with us, it s important to be aware of the following: When you re on a night out, remember to avoid walking alone, particularly through deserted areas like beaches and back streets. Always stick together, take a taxi where possible, and keep a note of your accommodation details so you can find your way back to your fellow Topdeckers if you become separated. In some countries, alcoholic measures can be considerably larger than what you may be used to. Try to keep track of what you re drinking, and if you see one of your trip mates looking a little worse for wear, take them back to your accommodation. Be cautious when accepting drinks from strangers and never leave your drink unattended. It s also important to be aware that what you might consider harmless flirting may be interpreted differently in some countries. Be yourself and have fun, but don t be naïve, and be mindful of the signals you are sending out so that you don t find yourself in an uncomfortable situation.

4 Other Information Oktoberfest - Camping History Oktoberfest (or Wiesn) began on 12 October 1810 when Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria married Princess Therese of Saxony-Hild The citizens of the city were able to attend and this celebration gradually evolved into Oktoberfest over the years. The festival takes place on the Theresienwiese, which translates to Theresa s meadow after the Princess who inspired it all. How s The first beer tents didn t arrive until 1896, with tent owners parading from Munich to the meadow where the celebrations took plac The mayor of Munich taps the first keg with the well-known cry of O zapft is! ( It s tapped! ), and Oktoberfest begins. Prost! What to expect 1. Arrive early With tents closing their doors by 11.30am some years, you don t want to be #thatguy. Arrive by 9am on a weekend or 10am on a w 2. Have a beer budget The prices of a stein will range from 11 to 12 depending on the tent you find yourself in. Cash is usually the only way to pay, so m 3. Tip your waitress Your waitress will be looking after over 100 people. You don t really want to be the group that always avoids catching her eye. 4. Don t be a Bierleichen (Google it) With no less than 5% alcohol in a stein, a radler (beer topped with lemonade) might help you avoid becoming what the locals call a Bierleichen. In case of an emergency, medics are on site. Please drink responsibly. Remember, if you are out of line, security will kick you out 5. Explore the tents Inside the many tents at Oktoberfest you ll find a carnival of celebration of up to 10,000 beer drinkers. There are 14 large tents to ch 6. Get stuck into the food

5 Some say that Bavarian cuisine is the best you ll find throughout the German states. It s easy to see why: pretzels, pork knuckle and 7. Choose your seat wisely You know that feeling when you re the last one standing? #nightmare. When you choose your seat, choose carefully. Think: reason 8. Buy a stein, don t take one The ultimate souvenir. Don t leave without one. Glass and ceramic beer steins are available to purchase all over the Oktoberfest gro 9. Phone service isn t great You re inside a tent, the band has started, you ve got a stein in your hand but your best mate is missing. It s practically impossible Breweries at Oktoberfest 1. Augustiner Augustiner is the oldest Munich brewery and was founded in Keeping with 800-year-old traditions, they still use wooden barr 2. Hacker Pschorr Founded in 1417, this was the leading Munich brewery by the 18 th century under the watchful eyes of Joseph Pschorr and Maria Theresia Hacker. After their death, the brewery was divided into the H 3. Hofbräu King Wilhelm V founded the brewery in Originally, the brewery was at the Hofbräuhaus Platzl, a bar in the city centre which 4. Löwenbräu This middle-sized company emerged to be one of the biggest breweries by the 19 th century under the Brey family. With the logo incorporating its famous lion, you re best to look out for the giant mechanical lion on 5. Paulaner This beer was brewed in 1634 at the Paulaner monastery (monks like beer too) and is the youngest of the Munich breweries. Try the 6. Spaten The Spaten brewery was founded in The brewery has been managed for 200 years by the Sedlmayr family, a fact highlighted The lingo 1. Thank you / Please Danke / Bitte 2. Cheers

6 Prost 3. Hello Guten Tag 4. Goodbye Auf Wiedersehen 5. Yes Ja 6. No Nein 7. Can I have one beer please? Kann ich ein Bier bitte? 8. Open / Closed Offen / Geschlossen 9. Where are the toilets? Wo sind die toiletten? 10. Toilets Toiletten 11. Men / Women Herren / Damen 12. Entrance / Exit Eingang / Ausgang 15. How much? Wieviel kostet? 16. Do you speak English? Sprechen Sie Englisch? Events Saturday 22nd September 11am: Arrival of tent patrons with parade through Munich.

7 12pm: Tapping of the first Oktoberfest beer barrel by the Munich mayor in the Schottenhamel tent. Sunday 23rd September 10am: Traditional costume parade through Munich. Thursday 27th September 10am: Traditional religious Oktoberfest mass. Sunday 30th September 11am: Traditional concert of the Oktoberfest brass bands at the feet of the Bavaria. Sunday 7th October 12pm: Traditional gun-salute on the steps of the Bavarian monument. Map of Oktoberfest grounds *insert from leaflet* What to pack - Warm sleeping bag - Pillow - Plenty of warm clothes - Sturdy footwear such as gumboots or sturdy boots (the campsite can get very muddy!) - Dirndl or Lederhosen Lost and found Every year, over 4,000 items are handed in to Oktoberfest s lost and found office. During Oktoberfest, you ll find a Lost & Found O Opening hours: 01.00pm to 10.00pm Phone: +49 (0) Important numbers Red Cross, emergency call, first aid +49 (0) Fire service 112 Police 110

8 Police station Oktoberfest +49 (0) Tourist office Munich +49 (0) Flight information (Munich Airport) +49 (0) Taxi centre +49 (0) Press office Oktoberfest +49 (0)

4 DAY Oktoberfest Braumeister ELOBUU-9

4 DAY Oktoberfest Braumeister ELOBUU-9 This tour visits: Germany Officially the world s biggest party, Oktoberfest draws a crowd of seven million people every year to celebrate the three best things to