Day 01: Arrive Warsaw (POLAND)

You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Check in time starts from 1500 hrs. There’s time to relax before meeting your fellow travelers and Tour Director for a Welcome Dinner.

Overnight (2020): Mercure Grand Hotel, Warsaw (2 nights) (D)

Day 02: Warsaw

This 700 years old capital of Poland is a symbol of nationhood and the will to survive against great odds. A sightseeing tour here includes a drive along the famous Royal Route from magnificent Castle Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, 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 the walking tour of the Old Town, Old Market Square and St. John’s Cathedral. Time free to rest or stroll through the city or attend late afternoon Chopin concert. (B)

Day 03: Warsaw/Krakow (Drive)

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 the 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.

Overnight: Mercure Old Town, Krakow (2 nights) (B, D)

Day 04: Krakow

Our exploration of Krakow starts with a visit to the Wawel Hill, viewing the Royal Castle and the Royal Cathedral. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town where we visit the Main Market Square, Renaissance Cloth Hall and St. Mary's Church. (B)

Day 05: Krakow/Prague (Drive) (CZECHIA)

After an interesting and scenic drive through the Polish countryside, we cross the borders to Slovakia and then to the Czechia (Czech Republic). Then, on to Zlata Praha (Golden Prague) with its Baroque churches, promenades, parks and ancient city walls.

Overnight (2020): Angelo by Vienna House Hotel or Vienna House Andel’s Hotel, Prague (2 nights) (B, D)

Day 06: Prague

Built on seven hills and both banks of the Vltava River, Prague is one of the most alluring cities in Europe. Your city tour starts with panoramic drive to see famous Wenceslas Square, Strahov Stadium and Castle Square. 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 the Golden Lane with the Daliborka Tower. Cross the Charles Bridge and walk through the old quarter of Prague, viewing the Jewish Ghetto, the Town Hall and the world-famous Astronomical Clock. The rest of the day is free. Perhaps attend an optional cultural performance, shop, or just relax. (B)

Day 07: Prague/Vienna (Drive) (AUSTRIA)

Today's destination is Vienna, the "City of Waltz", and one of Europe's loveliest cities.

Overnight: Hilton Vienna Hotel, Vienna  (2 nights) (B)

Day 08: Vienna

Our morning tour includes visit of the Hofburg Palace, once the seat of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and we view the Belvedere Palace, Prater amusement park, the UN buildings, St. Stephen's Cathedral and other vivid reminders of the city's imperial history. Afternoon is at leisure. Farwell dinner at a local restaurant. (B, D)

Day 09: Vienna/Budapest (Drive) (HUNGARY)

Today, journey 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.

Overnight (2020): Museum Hotel, Budapest (2 nights) (B)

Day 10: 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 sightseeing tour includes views of all the main attractions: 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: Depart Budapest

After breakfast we are transferred to the airport for our departure flight. Check out time is by 1100 hrs. (B)

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

Departure Dates & Prices

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Participants

This tour operates on a minimum of 02 and average tour size of 25 participants.
Also please note that this tour is NOT part of our small group journeys.

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