Overview
Itinerary
The gleaming spires of Prague shine brightly on this sojourn through the imperial capitals of Prague, Vienna and Budapest. Admire the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque façades, before joining your Travel Director and travel companions for an orientation and unforgettable Welcome Reception to kick off your holiday. (WR) Stay: Vienna House by Wyndham Andel's Prague.
Delve into centuries of history, joining your Local Specialist for a guided walk past the city's iconic sights. Visit the final resting place of Bohemian kings, St. Vitus Cathedral, set within the precincts of Prague Castle. Then, admire the Astronomical Clock in the Old Town Square, with its hourly Walk of the Apostles. See the 14th-century Charles Bridge, lined with the Baroque statues of saints, before spending the afternoon admiring the spectacular cityscape on your own. (B)
Travel south from Prague through lush Moravian landscapes to Bratislava, passing its quaint Old Town, before continuing your journey to Vienna – your home for the next two nights. Admire the city's musical talents and consider attending a Viennese concert. (B)
Today we join an included sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist to view the Hofburg Palace, the official residence of the President of Austria and former home of the Habsburg Dynasty. We'll see such sights as the Parliament Building, the magnificent Opera House and St. Stephen's Cathedral with its geometrically tiled roof. Spend the afternoon on your own, indulging in the city's kaffee culture with a slice or two of Sachertorte. (B)
Journey along the Danube Bend, a narrow twisting valley in the pretty Carpathian Basin, stopping in Esztergom to view its Castle Hill, domed Cathedral, and St. Thomas Hill. We follow the scenic landscape to the romantic city of Budapest where we will spend the next two nights.
Tonight's Be My Guest experience will see us Connect With Locals over dinner with the Schieszl family and hear the story of their winery. (B/BMG) Stay: Courtyard by Marriott City Center
Join a Local Specialist this morning for a walking tour. Visit the Fisherman's Bastion, view the Matthias Church and drive to Pest to see the Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. We pay tribute to the seven chieftains of the Magyars in Heroes' Square before enjoying time at leisure in the Jewish Quarter or shop for Hungarian embroidery and fine porcelain. On our last evening together, we toast to a magnificent journey to the imperial capitals of Europe and enjoy a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (B/D)
We say a fond farewell to our companions and Travel Director today after an unforgettable trip. (B)
The gleaming spires of Prague shine brightly on this sojourn through the imperial capitals of Prague, Vienna and Budapest. Admire the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque façades, before joining your Travel Director and travel companions for an orientation and unforgettable Welcome Reception to kick off your holiday. (WR) Stay: Vienna House by Wyndham Andel's Prague.
Delve into centuries of history, joining your Local Specialist for a guided walk past the city's iconic sights. Visit the final resting place of Bohemian kings, St. Vitus Cathedral, set within the precincts of Prague Castle. Then, admire the Astronomical Clock in the Old Town Square, with its hourly Walk of the Apostles. See the 14th-century Charles Bridge, lined with the Baroque statues of saints, before spending the afternoon admiring the spectacular cityscape on your own. (B)
Travel south from Prague through lush Moravian landscapes to Bratislava, passing its quaint Old Town, before continuing your journey to Vienna – your home for the next two nights. Admire the city's musical talents and consider attending a Viennese concert. (B)
Today we join an included sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist to view the Hofburg Palace, the official residence of the President of Austria and former home of the Habsburg Dynasty. We'll see such sights as the Parliament Building, the magnificent Opera House and St. Stephen's Cathedral with its geometrically tiled roof. Spend the afternoon on your own, indulging in the city's kaffee culture with a slice or two of Sachertorte. (B)
Journey along the Danube Bend, a narrow twisting valley in the pretty Carpathian Basin, stopping in Esztergom to view its Castle Hill, domed Cathedral, and St. Thomas Hill. We follow the scenic landscape to the romantic city of Budapest where we will spend the next two nights.
Tonight's Be My Guest experience will see us Connect With Locals over dinner with the Schieszl family and hear the story of their winery. (B/BMG) Stay: Courtyard by Marriott City Center
Join a Local Specialist this morning for a walking tour. Visit the Fisherman's Bastion, view the Matthias Church and drive to Pest to see the Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. We pay tribute to the seven chieftains of the Magyars in Heroes' Square before enjoying time at leisure in the Jewish Quarter or shop for Hungarian embroidery and fine porcelain. On our last evening together, we toast to a magnificent journey to the imperial capitals of Europe and enjoy a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (B/D)
We say a fond farewell to our companions and Travel Director today after an unforgettable trip. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- VIP Admission to the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna
- Explore Prague, Vienna and Budapest with a Local Specialist
- Visit St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague, and the old Hungarian capital of Esztergom
- View the Castle and Old Town of Bratislava, the Hofburg Palace and Imperial Boulevards of Vienna and the Parliament Building in Budapest
- See St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Opera House in Vienna
Be My Guest
- Budapest: Join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian Be My Guest dinner and the story of their winery.
Iconic Experience
- Prague: Led by your Local Specialist, explore the delightful Old Town Square and see the detailed Astronomical Clock that attracts onlookers each hour.
- Bratislava: Explore Bratislava's city centre. Take a walk through the charming squares and see the iconic Michael Tower.
- Vienna: Walk through the first district, Inner Stadt, as your Local Specialist reveals the historic core of the city. Tour the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
- Esztergom: Spend the day enjoying the scenic landscapes of Esztergom.
- Vienna: Take in the wonderful views along the Danube Bend.
- Budapest: Spend the day basking in the iconic views of Budapest.
Make Travel Matter®
- Bratislava: Meet the resilient women of Mareena café over coffee and freshly baked goods. This organisation provides employment opportunities to migrant women from Somalia, Afghanistan, Iran, Cameroon, and Ukraine, giving them financial independence and helping them develop their potential and facilitating their integration into Slovakian society. They also provide workshops and training sessions for locals on immigration, understanding what a diverse society is, educating on hate speech and how to become more tolerant and challenge biases. This experience advances UN Global Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences (Additional Cost) and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
- 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
- 1 Dinner (D)
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
- VIP Admission to the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna
- Explore Prague, Vienna and Budapest with a Local Specialist
- Visit St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague, and the old Hungarian capital of Esztergom
- View the Castle and Old Town of Bratislava, the Hofburg Palace and Imperial Boulevards of Vienna and the Parliament Building in Budapest
- See St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Opera House in Vienna
Be My Guest
- Budapest: Join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian Be My Guest dinner and the story of their winery.
Iconic Experience
- Prague: Led by your Local Specialist, explore the delightful Old Town Square and see the detailed Astronomical Clock that attracts onlookers each hour.
- Bratislava: Explore Bratislava's city centre. Take a walk through the charming squares and see the iconic Michael Tower.
- Vienna: Walk through the first district, Inner Stadt, as your Local Specialist reveals the historic core of the city. Tour the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
- Esztergom: Spend the day enjoying the scenic landscapes of Esztergom.
- Vienna: Take in the wonderful views along the Danube Bend.
- Budapest: Spend the day basking in the iconic views of Budapest.
Make Travel Matter®
- Bratislava: Meet the resilient women of Mareena café over coffee and freshly baked goods. This organisation provides employment opportunities to migrant women from Somalia, Afghanistan, Iran, Cameroon, and Ukraine, giving them financial independence and helping them develop their potential and facilitating their integration into Slovakian society. They also provide workshops and training sessions for locals on immigration, understanding what a diverse society is, educating on hate speech and how to become more tolerant and challenge biases. This experience advances UN Global Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences (Additional Cost) and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
- 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
- 1 Dinner (D)
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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