Introducing an 11-Day Escorted Tour
of the Four European Capitals
that you Must Visit
This is a popular 11-day Escorted tour that explores four of the most remarkable capital cities in Europe.
The resilient Warsaw,
the historical Krakow,
the stunning Prague,
the imperial Vienna
and the beautiful Budapest -
None of these cities will leave you indifferent
Day-By-Day Program:
Day 01: TUE Arrive in Warsaw
Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to the hotel. Time to relax before meeting your fellow travelers and tour Director (D)
Day 02: WED In Warsaw
The 700-year old capital is a symbol of the Polish nationhood and the will to survive against great odds. A sightseeing 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 a "wedding cake"), the Saxon Gardens, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto and the Barbican. Continue with a walking tour of the Old Town, the Old Market Square and St. John's Cathedral.
Balance of the day is free for independent activities, shopping, a stroll through the city or an optional Chopin concert (B)
Day 03: THU Warsaw - Czestochowa - Auschwitz - Krakow
This morning journey to Czestochowa, famous for the blackened picture of St. Mary in the Yasna Gora Monastery, popularly called the "Black Madonna." In the afternoon tour solemn Auschwitz-Birkenau, the notorious concentration camp from World War II. It is now on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Then on to Krakow (B, D)
Day 04: FRI In Krakow
Sightseeing starts with a visit to Wawel Hill, where you’ll see the Royal Castle and visit the Royal Cathedral. Then, on a walking tour of the Old Town, visit the Main Market Square, Renaissance Cloth Hall, and St. Mary's Church. The afternoon is free to shop and do more sightseeing (B)
Day 05: SAT To Prague
Drive through the Polish countryside, crossing the borders of Slovakia and the Czech Republic. Continue to Prague, the Czech capital, with its lovely Baroque churches, promenades, parks, and old city walls (B, D)
Day 06: SUN In Prague
Built on seven hills more than 1000 years ago and spread over both banks of the river Vltava, Prague is one of the most attractive cities in Europe. Your City tour starts with a panoramic drive to the famous Wenceslas Square, center-stage for much of modern Czech history, Strahov Stadium and the Castle Square. On a walking tour visit a fairy tale medieval Old Town, Europe's largest Royal Castle of Hradcany, with the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Old Royal Palace, St. George's Basilica and Golden Lane with Daliborka Tower.
Cross the iconic Charles Bridge and walk through the old quarter of Prague to view the Jewish Ghetto, the Town Hall and the world-famous Astronomical Clock. Balance of the day at leisure. An optional visit to a cultural performance available upon request (B)
Day 07: MON Prague To Vienna
After breakfast the tour travels to Vienna, the City of Waltz. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Free time to start enjoying Austria's lovely capital (B)
Day 08: TUE In Vienna
During your morning sightseeing tour visit Hofburg Palace, once the center of the Habsburg monarchy, see Belvedere Palace, Prater Amusement Park, the UN Buildings, St. Stephen's Cathedral and other landmarks of the city’s imperial history. Afternoon is at leisure. Tonight gather for a dinner in a local restaurant (B, D)
Day 09: * WED Vienna To Budapest
Today we travel to Budapest. The afternoon is free to explore the “Paris of the East”, shop along the Vaci Utca, nibble a delicious slice of Dobosz cake, sip an excellent Hungarian wine, or perhaps join one of the optional excursions available (B)
Day 10: THU In Budapest
In 1873 the twin cities of Buda and Pest joined with ancient Obuda to form a new unified city, Budapest.
Charming and beautiful, the city was declared a World Heritage site in 1987.
Your morning City tour includes the views of all the main attractions in Budapest: The Parliament, Royal Palace and the Castle Hill area, Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church, Heroes' Square, and Gellert Hill with its Citadel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this exciting city on your own. Tonight enjoy Farewell dinner with entertainment in a typical Csarda restaurant (B, D)
Day 11: FRI Depart Budapest
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight (B)
Dates & Prices, 2019:
Tour dates: |
Tour dates: |
May 07-May 17 |
July 30-Aug 09 |
May 21-May 31 |
Aug 27-Sept 06 |
May 28-June 07 |
Sept 10-Sept 20 |
June 04-June 14 |
Sept 17-Sept 27 |
June 25-July 05 |
Sept 24-Oct 04 |
July 09-July 19 |
Oct 08-Oct 18 |
Tour Price: C$ 3,275 per person in twin share | |
Single Room Supplement: C$ 1360 |
*) - This tour can also be ended on Day 9, in Vienna.
Included Features:
· First class hotel with breakfast
· Airport transfers
· Breakfast daily & 5 dinners
· Touring by modern first class air-conditioned coach
· Tour director throughout
· Luggage handling
· Whisper technology enhanced touring
· Service charges and hotel taxes
HOTELS:
Warsaw: | Radisson Blu Centrum ****(*) |
Krakow: | Mercure Old Town **** |
Prague: | Angelo by Vienna House **** |
Vienna: | Hilton Vienna **** |
Budapest: | Museum / Radisson Blu Beke |