Czech Republic / Hungary

Hidden Treasures of Europe

9 days from Budapest to Berlin

Day 1 Arrive in Budapest, Hungary

Time to rest and start exploring this vibrant city. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)

Day 2 Budapest

Your Local Guide takes you through Eastern Europe’s most cosmopolitan city. See elegant Andrassy Avenue, the Thermal Baths, and the world’s second-largest Jewish synagogue. From the lacy lookout towers of Fishermen’s Bastion, enjoy a panoramic view of the sprawling city. Then, visit the 13th-century Matthias Coronation Church and Heroes’ Square. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight, a delectable optional Hungarian specialty dinner can be arranged. (Breakfast)

Day 3 Budapest–Vienna, Austria

This morning, drive through the Hungarian plains to Vienna, once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire. Meet your Local Guide and start your guided sightseeing with a visit to historical SCHÖNBRUNN PALACE. Next, enjoy vistas of Prater Park with its giant Ferris wheel, and the United Nations City on the banks of the Danube River. Then, drive along Ring Boulevard, pass the State Opera House, the Jewish quarter, and stop at the Hofburg Palace, winter residence of the Austrian Imperial family. Marvel at the impressive courtyards and famous Heldenplatz and admire awesome St. Stephen’s Cathedral. (Breakfast)

Day 4 At Leisure in Vienna

A whole day at leisure gives you the opportunity to join an optional excursion to Bratislava, capital of Slovakia. Your Tour Director has suggestions how to spend your evening. (Breakfast)

Day 5 Vienna–Rosenburg–Prague, Czech Republic

Enjoy a highlight visit to ROSENBURG CASTLE, beautifully situated in the middle of a nature reserve. Tour the castle and admire the impressive interiors as well as a FALCONRY show (if held). Also enjoy a special lunch near the castle. Next, continue to the Czech capital, Prague. This evening, why not join an optional excursion to explore Prague by night? (Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 6 Prague

Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide features a visit to the 1,000-year-old HRADCANY CASTLE GROUNDS. Also see St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Town, the Jewish ghetto, and the ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK, once the envy of all Europe. Afternoon at leisure. This evening, an optional dinner excursion is available. (Breakfast)

Day 7 Prague–Dresden, Germany–Berlin

Enjoy a walk through Dresden, the former capital of Saxony. Badly damaged by Allied bombing in February 1945, the city has since been restored to its baroque splendor. You’ll love the architecture of the Zwinger Palace and Semper Opera! Also admire the recently rebuilt Frauenkirche, symbol of Dresden. Then, head for the capital of reunited Germany, Berlin. Tonight is your chance to sample Berlin’s fine restaurants and nightlife! (Breakfast)

Day 8 Berlin

Sightseeing with a Local Guide in the once-divided metropolis includes the Ku’damm, the restored Reichstag, Charlottenburg Palace, the 210-foot Victory Column in the vast Tiergarten Park, a picture stop at monumental Brandenburg Gate and the Holocaust Memorial, and a visit to the KAISER WILHELM MEMORIAL CHURCH. Drive along Unter den Linden Boulevard, and pass the German State Opera House and Checkpoint Charlie. The afternoon is free and an optional excursion to historic Potsdam is available. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner to celebrate the success of your vacation. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 9 Berlin

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

Included Features 

Budapest 

Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, panoramic view from Fishermen’s Bastion

Vienna 

Guided sightseeing, visit Schönbrunn Palace

Rosenburg 

Visit Rosenburg Castle and enjoy a falconry show (if held) and a special lunch near the castle

Prague 

Guided sightseeing, Astronomical Clock, visit the Hradcany Castle grounds

Dresden 

Walking tour

Berlin 

Guided sightseeing, take pictures of Brandenburg Gate and the Holocaust Memorial, visit Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church; farewell dinner

Note: 

• Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

Accommodations

MEALS

Full buffet breakfast daily; 1 lunch; 2 three-course dinners : a welcome dinner in Budapest and a farewell dinner in Berlin

SUPERIOR HOTELS - (D) Deluxe (SF) Superior First-Class (F) First-Class

BUDAPEST Marriott (SF), VIENNA Arcotel Kaiserwasser (SF), PRAGUE Yasmin (F), BERLIN Hilton Berlin (SF)

Dates & Prices

Popular Departure - due to itinerary and time of year, this departure historically sells out quickly. Early booking is encouraged.