PRAGUE, VIENNA &
BUDAPEST 9 DAY TOUR FROM $899 US Details below or
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The rediscovered jewels of Imperial Europe are the focus of this popular vacation, which includes overnights in Munich, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, and Salzburg. In Prague, see the tolling of the Astronomical Clock, when a medieval figure of death emerges to pull the bell cord. Operating for over six centuries, this is a highlight of any trip to Prague. Also enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes of Vienna—maybe sit in a café with a piece of scrumptious Sachertorte while listening to a legendary waltz or explore the inside of St. Stephen’s Cathedral with its Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Even more fabulous architecture awaits in Budapest, the “Paris of the East,” where you’ll see the 11th-century Matthias Coronation Church, which has witnessed coronations and royal weddings alike.
April 18 departure - Easter Week
Dec 5 & Dec 12 departures include visits to Nuremberg, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Salzburg Christmas markets
Dec 20 departure - Christmas lunch in Budapest
Day 1 ARRIVE IN MUNICH AREA, GERMANY
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
Day 2 MUNICH AREA–NUREMBERG–PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
Drive this morning on the Autobahn directly to Nuremberg for a visit. Next, east across the border into the Czech Republic. Evening arrival in Prague. (Breakfast)
Day 3 PRAGUE
The wealth of gothic and baroque architecture perhaps inspired Dvorak and Smetana, both Prague composers. The included guided sightseeing features landmarks such as the the Jewish Quarter, Wenceslas Square, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town Square with the Astronomical Clock. (Breakfast)
Day 4 PRAGUE–VIENNA, AUSTRIA
This morning, motor from Bohemia into Moravia and continue southeast for a few more miles before crossing into Austria. Arrive in Vienna to enjoy an afternoon of optional sightseeing. Start with a tour featuring the State Opera, Parliament, and the Town Hall. Stop for a stroll in Heroes’ Square to view the Hofburg. Finally, an inside visit of St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Reserve some energy for an exciting evening optional excursion. (Breakfast)
Day 5 VIENNA–BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
A morning to see some unexplored corner of this intriguing capital or maybe just to do some shopping down the Kärntnerstrasse. In the afternoon, head for the Hungarian border and, by way of Györ, you’ll reach Budapest for two overnights. (Breakfast)
Day 6 BUDAPEST
Buda Castle dominates the twin cities of Buda and Pest, separated by the broad ribbon of the Danube. Heroes’ Square typifies the modern capital, while along the riverbank you find the old inns and wine cellars. Included sightseeing takes in the Parliament building, Margaret Island, Fishermen’s Bastion, the Royal Castle, and Matthias Coronation Church. (Breakfast)
Day 7 BUDAPEST–SALZBURG, AUSTRIA
Mid-morning departure from Budapest. Travel westwards across the border into Austria to enjoy more Alpine scenery before heading towards the Danube and finally to Salzburg for an overnight. (Breakfast)
Day 8 SALZBURG–MUNICH AREA, GERMANY
Morning at leisure in Salzburg or maybe join the optional Sound of Music excursion. A comfortable and relatively short drive past Lake Chiemsee to the Munich area for an overnight. (Breakfast)
Day 9 MUNICH AREA
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
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INCLUDED FEATURES
Visits to Nuremberg, Vienna, Salzburg
SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS
Danube River scenic drive
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
GUIDES
Local Guides for city sightseeing in Prague and Budapest. Services of a professional Tour Director while touring
STANDARD INCLUDED FEATURES
Learn more about transportation, hotels, and other standard included features offered.
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MEALS
Buffet breakfasts
HOTELS - (F) First-Class (ST) Superior Tourist-Class (T) Tourist Class
Munich Area NH (F) at Schwaig, Prague Barcelo (F), Vienna Kavalier (ST), Budapest Mercure Buda (ST), Salzburg Ramada (F)
TRANSPORTATION
Touring by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach
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Optional Excursions
Important Note: the following list of optional excursions are examples only for this vacation as they are the excursions that are being offered for this cruise in the current travel year. These optional excursions might or might not be offered next year, as well as new optional excursions might be offered. Information about what optional excursions will be offered for your cruise will be available later this year into next year. If no example excursions are listed, please check back a later.
Here's a list of optional excursions you can enjoy during your vacation. Whether it's a special dinner, a local show or a special behind-the-scenes glimpse into an historical site, optional excursions are a wonderful way to enrich your vacation even further. Plus, they give you flexibility. We include the must-see sites and experiences, and we also understand that people take interest in different activities and may want to craft a more personal vacation by hand-picking optional excursions that appeal to them.
Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, days of operation, group interests, and general feasibility for your vacation. The approximate value listed gives you a good, general idea of what you can expect to pay but may vary once you are on your vacation. Some information provided might be in a foreign currency.
CITY: Budapest
Hungarian Night
A typical Hungarian evening. After an aperitif, enjoy dinner with some fine local specialties and unlimited wine, followed by a programme of Hungarian folklore and Gypsy music.
Approximate value: EUR €47 per person
Artist Village Szentendre
Drive to the picturesque village of Szentendre, the home of many famous Hungarian artists at the turn of the century. Proceed with a visit to a the pretty Greek Orthodox church or Marzipan Museum plus Margit Kovacs Museum. Finally enjoy coffee and cake at a typical inn.
Approximate value: EUR €30 per person
Evening On A Boat
Cruise along the River Danube admiring the beauty of the twin cities Buda and Pest. See the Satle District, Gellert Hill and the House of Parliament sampling Hungarian and international dishes, with drinks during your dinner.
Approximate value: EUR €55 per person
CITY: Prague
Panorama & Krizik'S Fountains
First enjoy a visit to Strahov monastery where you will appreciate a spectacular view over the whole of Prague and the Moldau River. Then continue to a typical Czech pub where you will taste the famous Prague dark beer. You will end your evening at the Krizikova Fountains, a well known outdoor spectacle where the fountains and the sound of the cascading water is synchronized with music and lights.
Approximate value: EUR €30 per person
The Best Of Medieval Prague
An afternoon full of history and architectural beauty - an intensive visit of the entire Castle District with entrance to the Royal Palace, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Crypt of the Bohemian Kings. You will also see inside the St. George Basilica. Finally, to Golden Lane where Franz Kafka lived for a short while.
Approximate value: EUR €35 per person
Folklore Show
This evening is for those interested in the colourful heritage of folk music and the culture, so popular with the locals. Spoil yourself with pancakes, unlimited drinks with wine served from special glass pipes, be entertained by a folklore show with traditional costumes and then enjoy the music until the end of the evening.
Approximate value: EUR €35 per person
CITY: Vienna
City Sightseeing
Enjoy a guided city sightseeing tour of Vienna by driving along the Ringstrasse to see the Opera House, the Heldentor, the Hofburg, Parliament, and town hall. Next to Hero Square. Finish the morning admiring the Cathedral of St. Stephen.
Approximate value: EUR €25 per person
Typical Viennese Evening & Dinner
An unforgettable evening in Vienna. First a typical 3 course Viennese dinner in a cozy restaurant and then a concert in a beautiful palace - Palais Auersperg. The Vienna Residence Orchestra was founded to perform the music of the "Wiener Klassik" to the highest standard. The programme consists mainly of works by Mozart and Johann Strauss. The present leaders of the orchestra are violinists of world renown and, as well as performing for the Vienna Residence Orchestra, they perform as soloists with the leading orchestras of the world. During the intermission you will be offered 1 glass of champagne or an orange juice.
Approximate value: Please check back later per person
Typical Viennese Evening
An unforgettable evening in one of Vienna's most beautiful palaces. The Vienna Residence Orchestra was founded to perform the music of the Wiener Klassik to the highest standard. The programme consists mainly of works by Mozart and Johann Strauss. The present leaders of the orchestra are violinists of world renown and, as well as performing for the Vienna Residence Orchestra, they perform as soloists with the leading orchestras of the world. During the intermission you will be offered 1 glass of champagne or an orange juice.
Approximate value: EUR €40 per person
Schonbrunn Palace & Gardens
A guided tour of part of the magnificent palace of Schonbrunn, which was the summer residence of the Austrian Emperors for nearly 150 years. It was built between 1695 and 1749 with over 100 rooms and beautiful gardens. End the tour with free time in the main gardens.
Approximate value: EUR €40 per person
DEPARTURE DATES
March - December
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The rediscovered jewels of Imperial Europe are the focus of this popular vacation, which includes overnights in Munich, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, and Salzburg. In Prague, see the tolling of the Astronomical Clock, when a medieval figure of death emerges to pull the bell cord. Operating for over six centuries, this is a highlight of any trip to Prague. Also enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes of Vienna—maybe sit in a café with a piece of scrumptious Sachertorte while listening to a legendary waltz or explore the inside of St. Stephen’s Cathedral with its Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Even more fabulous architecture awaits in Budapest, the “Paris of the East,” where you’ll see the 11th-century Matthias Coronation Church, which has witnessed coronations and royal weddings alike.
