Explore 6 Most Prominent Cities in 5 Key Countries of Eastern Europe
Itinerary: Vienna, Budapest, Krakow, Warsaw, Berlin, Prague
Included Features:
• First class 4 & 5-star hotels, rooms with private facilities
• Breakfast daily and 6 dinners
• Airport arrival and departure transfers
• Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
• Professional Tour Director throughout
• Luggage handling
• Whisper technology enhanced touring
• Service charges and hotel taxes
Sightseeing Included:
• Vienna
• Budapest
• Krakow
• Warsaw
• Berlin
• Prague
Day-By-Day Program:
Day 1 Saturday Arrive Vienna
Upon arrival in Vienna, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Free time to relax or begin exploring. Later meet your fellow travelers and Tour Director for a Welcome Dinner (D)
Day 2 Sunday In Vienna
On a morning sightseeing tour, visit the Hofburg Palace, once the home of the Habsberg emperors, and view the Belvedere Palace, Prater Amusement Park, the UN Buildings, St. Stephen's Cathedral and other reminders of the city's imperial past. The afternoon is at leisure to discover more of Vienna at your own pace (B)
Day 3 Monday To Budapest
Journey east and cross the border into Hungary. Continue through the Trans Danube region reaching Budapest with enough time to freshen up before dinner (B, D)
Day 4 Tuesday In Budapest
In 1873, the twin cities of Buda and Pest joined with ancient Obuda (Óbuda was a city in Hungary that was merged with Buda and Pest on 1 January 1873) to form a new, unified city, Budapest.
Charming and beautiful, the city was declared a World Heritage site in 1987. Your morning City Highlights tour includes beautiful views of city's key landmarks: The Parliament, Royal Palace, Castle Hill area, Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church, Heroes' Square, and Gellert Hill with its Citadel. Balance of the day is at leisure to explore this exciting city on your own (B)
Day 5 Wednesday To Krakow
The road to Krakow winds through the hills and countryside of Slovakia, past the Tatras Mountains, and into the rolling plains of Poland. You arrive on time for a relaxing dinner (B, D)
Day 6 Thursday In Krakow
A morning sightseeing tour starts with a visit to Wawel Hill, viewing the Royal Castle and visiting the Royal Cathedral. Next, take a walking tour of the Old Town where you will see the Main Market Square and Renaissance Cloth Hall, and visit St. Mary's Church. The afternoon is free to go for a stroll, browse through the shops, sample some sernik or szarlotka, or simply relax (B)
Day 7 Friday To Warsaw
This morning join on a tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau, the notorious concentration camp from World War II and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Later, journey to Czestochowa and visit the Yasna Gora Monastery known for the blackened picture of the Virgin Mary, popularly called the "Black Madonna." Late afternoon arrive in Poland's capital city, Warsaw (B, D)
Day 8 Saturday In Warsaw
Warsaw is a sprawling capital of Poland, with 700 years of turbulent history.
Its widely varied architecture reflects the city's long history, from Gothic churches and neoclassical palaces to dull apartments and modern skyscrapers.
Your City Highlights tour includes a drive along the famous Royal Route from magnificent Castle Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, the summer residence of the last king of Poland. Pass by the Palace of Science and Culture (known as the “wedding cake”), the Saxon Gardens, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto and Barbican.
Continue with a walking tour of the Old Town, with the colorful Market Square being at its heart. The Monument of the Warsaw Mermaid at its center is the city’s symbol.
Balance of the day is free for shopping, a stroll through the city, relaxing in one of the many parks or gardens, or perhaps attend an optional Chopin concert (B)
Day 9 Sunday To Berlin
Heading west, stop in Poznan for an orientation tour. Then continue to Berlin, today's final destination (B, D)
Day 10 Monday In Berlin
Your morning sightseeing tour features views of the impressive Reichstag and lovely Schloss Charlottenburg. Continue through the city to see famous sights such as the Opera, Schiller Theater and Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. Afternoon is free to explore this once divided city on your own (B)
Day 11 Tuesday To Prague
After breakfast, continue your journey via Dresden, the beautiful Saxony Baroque city. Stop for an orientation tour, viewing Zwinger Palace and Semper Opera House. Then, on to Prague, the capital of Czech Republic (B, D)
Day 12 Wednesday In Prague
Built on seven hills more than 1000 years ago, Prague today is a wonder to behold, with beautiful architecture, lush green hills, and graceful bridges spanning the Vltava River. A sightseeing tour starts with panoramic drive past famous Wenceslas Square, the Strahov Stadium and Castle Square.
Then, on a walking tour, visit the Royal Castle of Hradcany with the Cathedral of St. Vitus, the Old Royal Palace, St. George's Basilica and Golden Lane with the Daliborka Tower. Cross the Charles Bridge and walk through the old quarter of Prague to view the Jewish Ghetto, Town Hall and the world-famous Astronomical Clock.
The rest of the day is free for independent activities. You might want to attend an optional cultural performance (B)
Day 13 Thursday Depart Prague
After breakfast you will be transferred to airport for your flight home (B)
Dates & Prices:
May 02-May 14 |
$ 3,425 |
July 11-July 23 |
$ 3,515 |
May 16-May 28 |
$ 3,475 |
Aug 08-Aug 20 |
$ 3,515 |
May 23-June 04 |
$ 3,475 |
Aug 15-Aug 27 |
$ 3,515 |
May 30-June 11 |
$ 3,515 |
Sept 12-Sept 24 |
$ 3,515 |
June 27-July 09 |
$ 3,515 |
Sept 26-Oct 08 |
$ 3,475 |
The above prices are in Canadian dollars, per person, based in twin share
Hotels:
Vienna: |
Imperial Riding School Renaissance **** |
Budapest: |
Radisson Blu Beke **** |
Krakow: |
Holiday Inn City Center ***** |
Warsaw: |
Mercure Grand ***** |
Berlin: |
Hotel ABBA **** |
Prague: |
Mamaisson Riverside Prague **** |