10 days Prague Vienna and Budapest
Explore Central Europe's centres of culture and arts - three riverside cities straddling mighty rivers and promising centuries of tradition and an exhilarating youthful energy. See Prague's Astronomical Clock and Old Town Square, treat yourself to a slice of 'Sachertorte' and visit Hofburg Palace in Vienna. Follow the Danube to Budapest, visiting Buda's Castle District and the Fisherman's Bastion.
| Day | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive Prague (3 Nights) | Welcome to the golden city of Prague, renowned for its gleaming spires. Relax or take a leisurely stroll through this magnificent metropolis. In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception and drive with your travelling companions and Travel Director. Meal(s) Welcome Reception Hotel Angelo |
| 2 | Prague Sightseeing and At Leisure | Explore Prague's rich cultural and economic history during your Small Group Sightseeing guided walk with a Local Specialist. Visit the monumental St. Vitus' Cathedral in the precincts of Prague Castle. Admire the Astronomical Clock in the Old Town Square. See the atmospheric Charles Bridge, lined with Baroque statues. Discover the city at your own pace this afternoon. Meal(s) Buffet Breakfast |
| 3 | Prague At Leisure | Plan your day and see the sights of your choice. You might like to take an Optional Experience to the fascinating village of the Kutna Hora to explore more of the Czech Republic. Take time to explore the small streets and shops of Prague and spend the evening at your leisure. Meal(s) Buffet Breakfast |
| 4 | Prague – Bratislava – Vienna (3 Nights) | Travel south from Prague through the Moravia region. Pass the Presidential Palace and the quaint Old Town in Bratislava, capital of the Slovak Republic. Crossing into Austria you arrive in the imperial city of Vienna. Tonight you might consider a visit to a Viennese Concert. Meal(s) Buffet Breakfast Hotel Hilton Danube Waterfront |
| 5 | Vienna Sightseeing and At Leisure | This morning enjoy an exclusive Cultural Insight with a guided visit to the Habsburgs royal collection of art and wonders before the doors are open to the general public. The spectacular Kunstkammer will be revealed in this private insider visit. Later view the Hofburg Palace, the official residence of the President of Austria and former home of the Habsburg Dynasty, on your included sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist. See other sights such as the Parliament Building, the magnificent Opera House and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Spend the afternoon exploring this beautiful city. Meal(s) Buffet Breakfast |
| 6 | Vienna At Leisure | Organise your day to reflect your interests. Consider visiting the beautiful Schönbrunn Palace. Or splash out on the Kärntnerstrasse, Vienna's most famous shopping street. Don't forget to treat yourself to coffee and 'Sachertorte' in a typical Viennese coffee house. Meal(s) Buffet Breakfast |
| 7 | Vienna – Esztergom – Budapest (3 Nights) | Drive along the Danube Bend, a narrow twisting valley in the pretty Carpathian Basin. View the Cathedral, Castle Hill and St. Tamás Hill in Esztergom before you follow the river to Budapest. Tonight why not experience a scenic cruise with views of the city? Meal(s) Buffet Breakfast Hotel Danubius Astoria |
| 8 | Budapest Sightseeing and At Leisure | Your Local Specialist takes you on a fascinating walking tour of the Castle District in Buda. Visit the Fisherman's Bastion. View the Matthias Church. Drive to Pest see the Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. Visit Heroes' Square featuring the Millennium Memorial. Enjoy free time shopping for Hungarian embroidery and fine porcelain. Tonight enjoy a Be My Guest dinner of authentic cuisine at a local family-run restaurant and winery. Meal(s) Buffet Breakfast Be My Guest Dining |
| 9 | Budapest At Leisure | Arrange your free day to suit yourself. Further explore the city on your own or perhaps take a trip to Szentendre, a charming village popular with artists and craftworkers. This evening celebrate the end of your trip with your fellow travellers at a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. Meal(s) Buffet Breakfast Farewell Dinner |
| 10 | Depart Budapest | Say goodbye to your companions and Travel Director after an unforgettable trip. Transfers are provided to Budapest airport. Conditions apply. Meal(s) Buffet Breakfast |