Overview
Itinerary
Arrive in Prague, the "City of 100 Spires" to witness ancient landmarks and medieval architecture.
This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D) Stay: Grandior Hotel (3 Nights)
Feel the magic and wonder of Prague. Your first chapter in this fairy-tale city begins with exploring the best of the Prague Old Town and its' iconic landmarks. Marvel at the iconic, statue-lined Charles Bridge – a picturesque structure stretching over the Vltava River. After, enjoy some time at leisure for lunch on your own and spend the rest of the afternoon and evening with free time to discover the city how you like. Perhaps you'll join an optional excursion to Prague's Old Jewish Quarter to see its historic Jewish Museum and Europe's oldest Jewish cemetery, founded in 1478. (B)
Start your morning with a panoramic tour and continue on to explore the “Castle District”, the gothic St. Vitus Cathedral, the majestic Prague Castle, and the Golden Lane. The afternoon is yours to spend at leisure. You may consider shopping for Bohemian crystal or visiting the city's museums, such as the Lapidarium.
Tonight, savor dinner and traditional folklore dances at a famous Prague restaurant where the menu is created based on original recipes from Czech grandmothers. (B/D)
Travel through the scenic countryside on your way to Vienna. En route, make a stop in the medieval town of Cesky Krumlov. Lined with towering Baroque architecture, explore the quaint preserved streets before continuing to the grand city of Vienna.
This evening, join your Tour Manager for an evening stroll before having dinner on your own. (B) Stay: InterContinental Hotel (3 Nights)
Join a local guide at the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, the summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty for more than 200 years.
Continue on to Vienna's city center and behold the beautiful architecture, scenic parks, and gothic spires that fill the city. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure where perhaps you'll partake in the city's famous café culture as you walk the streets, watching locals take a moment out of their day for a hot coffee and bite of cake.
Tonight, hear Vienna's past come alive and experience a classical performance featuring the works of Mozart and Strauss. (B/D)
Choose how you spend your day because it's your choice! Venture down the Danube to the medieval town of Durnstein and cruise to the 11th-century Melk Abbey -OR- join a local guide in the Belvedere Museum, home to Gustav Klimt's iconic painting The Kiss -OR- enjoy a leisurely morning before attending a Viennese Waltz lesson in the afternoon. The rest of the day is yours. (B)
Say hello to Bratislava, the former Imperial capital of the Habsburg Empire. Get to know the city's 4,000-year-old history on a tour with a local expert. Continue to Hungary to connect with the villagers of Dunaalmás during a community-hosted lunch, learning how to make traditional strudel. Arrive in Budapest, the "Queen of the Danube" and your home for the next 3 nights. Enjoy the evening on your own. (B/L) Stay: Up Hotel (3 Nights)
Join a local expert for a panoramic tour of the city. Discover the incredible Neo-Gothic marvel of Matthias Church atop Buda Castle Hill, the Fisherman's Bastion, the historic Old Buda and Gellert Hill, and the Parliament House.
This afternoon, enjoy some free time to explore Budapest on your own. Perhaps you'll head to the city's famous thermal pools for an afternoon of relaxation, or maybe you'll join an optional excursion to discover Budapest by Night. (B)
This morning, talk with a local and listen to stories about his life during the former communist era. Enjoy the rest of the morning at leisure.
This afternoon, head out of the city to the former Renaissance capital of Visegrad for a magnificent view of the Danube Bend and the Borzsony Mountains. Embrace the lifestyle of the 14th-century castle, a former residence of Hungarian kings, and enjoy an exclusive Renaissance-style dinner in the castle. (B/D)
Say goodbye to these regal cities as your tour comes to a close today. (B)
Arrive in Prague, the "City of 100 Spires" to witness ancient landmarks and medieval architecture. With no scheduled activities, spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently.
This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D) Stay: Grandior Hotel (3 Nights)
Feel the magic and wonder of Prague. Your first chapter in this fairy-tale city begins with exploring the best of Prague's Old Town and its iconic landmarks. Marvel at the iconic, statue-lined Charles Bridge – a picturesque structure stretching over the Vltava River. After, enjoy some time at leisure for lunch on your own and spend the rest of the afternoon and evening with free time to discover the city how you like. Perhaps you'll join an optional excursion to Prague's Old Jewish Quarter to see its historic Jewish Museum and Europe's oldest Jewish cemetery, founded in 1478. (B)
Start your morning with a panoramic tour and continue on to explore the “Castle District”, the gothic St. Vitus Cathedral, the majestic Prague Castle, and the Golden Lane. The afternoon is yours to spend at leisure. You may consider shopping for Bohemian crystal or visiting the city's museums, such as the Lapidarium.
Tonight, savor dinner and traditional folklore dances at a famous Prague restaurant where the menu is created based on original recipes from Czech grandmothers. (B/D)
Travel through the scenic countryside on your way to Vienna. En route, make a stop in the medieval town of Ceský Krumlov. Lined with towering Baroque architecture, explore the quaint preserved streets before continuing to the grand city of Vienna.
This evening, join your Tour Manager for an evening stroll before having dinner on your own. (B) Stay: InterContinental Hotel (3 Nights)
Join a local guide at the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, the summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty for more than 200 years. Continue to Vienna's city center and behold the beautiful architecture, scenic parks, and gothic spires that fill the city. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure where perhaps you'll partake in the city's famous café culture as you walk the streets, watching locals take a moment out of their day for a hot coffee and bite of cake.
Tonight, hear Vienna's past come alive and experience a classical performance featuring the works of Mozart and Strauss. (B/D)
Choose how you spend your day because it's your choice! Venture down the Danube to the medieval town of Durnstein and cruise to the 11th-century Melk Abbey -OR- join a local guide in the Belvedere Museum, home to Gustav Klimt's iconic painting The Kiss -OR- enjoy a leisurely morning before attending a Viennese Waltz lesson in the afternoon. The rest of the day is yours. (B)
Say hello to Bratislava, the former Imperial capital of the Habsburg Empire. Get to know the city's 4,000-year-old history on a tour with a local expert. Continue to Hungary and spend the afternoon at a unique, rustic Hungarian event house dedicated to preserving hundreds of years of local traditions. Learn how to make a traditional strudel before enjoying a later lunch where typical Hungarian goulash is served. Arrive in Budapest, the "Queen of the Danube" and your home for the next three nights. Enjoy the evening on your own. (B/L) Stay: Up Hotel (3 Nights)
Join a local expert for a panoramic tour of the city. Discover the incredible Neo-Gothic marvel of Matthias Church atop Buda Castle Hill, the Fisherman's Bastion passing the historic Old Buda, and the Parliament House.
This afternoon, enjoy some free time to explore Budapest on your own. Perhaps you'll head to the city's famous thermal pools for an afternoon of relaxation, or maybe you'll join an optional excursion to discover Budapest by Night. (B)
This morning, talk with a local and listen to stories about his life during the former communist era. Enjoy the rest of the morning at leisure.
This afternoon, head out of the city to the former Renaissance capital of Visegrád for a magnificent view of the Danube Bend and the Borzsony Mountains. Visit the 14th-century castle, a former residence of Hungarian kings, and enjoy a Renaissance-style dinner at a restaurant in this castle town. (B/D)
Say goodbye to these regal cities as your tour comes to a close today. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Tour the majestic Prague Castle.
- Get a glimpse into Hungary's communist past during an exclusive talk with a local.
- Get to know Bratislava's 4,000-year-old history on a tour with a local expert.
- Visit the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, a summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty.
- Discover Budapest's iconic sights through the eyes of an expert.
- Enjoy a stop in the fairy-tale town of Cesky Krumlov.
- Enjoy traditional Czeck cuisine and folklore performance during dinner.
- Join local residents for a community-hosted lunch in Dunaalmás.
- Savor a Renaissance-style dinner at a medieval castle restaurant near Budapest.
- Expertly crafted itineraries
- 4-star+ accommodation
- Skilled and engaging tour managers
- Expert local guides with insider knowledge
- Attraction entrance fees
- Many meals full of local flavour
- Unparalleled sightseeing
- Enriching cultural experiences
- Comfortable on-tour transportation
- Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling
- Plus, access to Wi-Fi hotspots on tour
- This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected.
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
- Tour the majestic Prague Castle, delving into the Czech Republic's past and legacy.
- Get to know Bratislava's 4,000-year-old history on a tour with a local expert.
- Get a glimpse into Hungary's communist past during an exclusive talk with a local.
- Enjoy a stop in the fairy-tale town of Ceský Krumlov.
- Discover Budapest's iconic sights through the eyes of an expert.
- Visit the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, a summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty.
- Savor a Renaissance-style dinner at a restaurant in the castle town of Visegrád.
- Enjoy traditional Czech cuisine and folklore performance during dinner.
- Experience making typical Hungarian strudel.
- Expertly crafted itineraries
- 4-star+ accommodation
- Skilled and engaging tour managers
- Expert local guides with insider knowledge
- Attraction entrance fees
- Many meals full of local flavour
- Unparalleled sightseeing
- Enriching cultural experiences
- Comfortable on-tour transportation
- Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling
- Plus, access to Wi-Fi hotspots on tour
- This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected.
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
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Classic tours are for those who want to see the sights, taste the cuisine and experience the world. Read more
Purchase Collette's Travel Protection Plan, & you can cancel for any reason and get your money back! Read more
Private, chauffeur service is included for all air-inclusive Collette bookings. Read more
Trip Optionals These optional activities can be pre-booked & included in your trip price.
- Location: Prague. Cost: $60.
- Prague’s Jewish Quarter, the historic Josefov, tells the moving and powerful stories of a community with roots in Prague dating back to the 10th century. This history comes alive on a guided tour of the neighborhood where Jewish residency was confined by law in the 13th century. Hear stories of success, heartbreak, perseverance, and persecution. Learn about the golom, the automaton of ancient Jewish legends which protected 16th-century Jews. Visit the Old Jewish Cemetery, where more than 12,000 graves are carefully fit into a tiny space, the oldest dating back to 1439. Explore the Jewish Museum and its synagogues and learn of their significance. Duration approximately 3.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.
- Location: Budapest. Cost: $95.
- Local culinary specialties await as you start a fantastic evening out in Budapest at one of the most popular local restaurants. Sit down to a dinner of creative Hungarian cuisine in a traditional Hungarian setting. After dinner, embark on a romantic evening cruise on the Danube. Discover the beauty of Budapest’s beautiful landmarks illuminated by the evening sky, sipping on a glass of wine as you glide down the river's beautiful waters. A selection of beverages is included on board. Duration approximately 3.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 6 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.
- Location: Prague. Cost: $69.
- Prague’s Jewish Quarter, the historic Josefov, tells the moving and powerful stories of a community with roots in Prague dating back to the 10th century. This history comes alive on a guided tour of the neighborhood where Jewish residency was confined by law in the 13th century. Hear stories of success, heartbreak, perseverance, and persecution. Learn about the golom, the automaton of ancient Jewish legends which protected 16th-century Jews. Visit the Old Jewish Cemetery, where more than 12,000 graves are carefully fit into a tiny space, the oldest dating back to 1439. Explore the Jewish Museum and its synagogues and learn of their significance. Duration approximately 3.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.
- Location: Budapest. Cost: $99.
- Local culinary specialties await as you start a fantastic evening out in Budapest at one of the most popular local restaurants. Sit down to a dinner of creative Hungarian cuisine in a traditional Hungarian setting. After dinner, embark on a romantic evening cruise on the Danube. Discover the beauty of Budapest’s beautiful landmarks illuminated by the evening sky, sipping on a glass of wine as you glide down the river's beautiful waters. A selection of beverages is included on board. Duration approximately 3.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 6 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.
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