Imperial capitals and their captivating history are the highlights on this exciting Prague, Vienna and Budapest trip. You’ll also join a local Hungarian family in their winery for a hearty meal and be spellbound by the stunning views of Charles Bridge and Prague’s Old Town.
Locations Visited
Prague, Bratislava, Vienna, Budapest, Győr
Countries Visited
Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, Hungary
Travel Style
At Leisure
Accommodations
6 nights included
Age Requirements
Minimum age 5
Day 1
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 facades, before joining your Travel Director and travel companions for an orientation and unforgettable dinner to kick off your holiday.
Accommodation
Vienna House by Wyndham Andel's Prague
Meals
Dinner
Day 2
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.
Accommodation
Vienna House by Wyndham Andel's Prague
Meals
Breakfast
Led by your Local Specialist, explore the delightful Old Town Square and see the detailed Astronomical Clock that attracts onlookers each hour.
Day 3
Travel south from Prague through lush Moravian landscapes to Bratislava, passing its quaint Old Town, before continuing your journey to Vienna – our home for the next two nights. Admire the city's musical talents and consider attending a fun dinner with musical entertainment.
Accommodation
Imperial Riding School, Autograph Collection
Meals
Breakfast
Explore Bratislava's city centre. Take a walk through the charming squares and see the iconic Michael Tower.
Day 4
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.
Accommodation
Imperial Riding School, Autograph Collection
Meals
Breakfast
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.
Day 5
Cross the hilly Transdanubia region – its orchards and vineyards providing a picturesque backdrop – as you continue along the path of the Danube and stop in the former trade-route town of Győr. Amble along Baross Gábor Street and admire the Baroque façade, before continuing 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.
Accommodation
Courtyard by Marriott Budapest City Center
Meals
Breakfast
Be My Guest
Spend the day enjoying the scenic landscapes of Győr.
Join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian dinner and hear the story of their winery, which dates back to the 19th century.
Day 6
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.
Accommodation
Courtyard by Marriott Budapest City Center
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Spend the day basking in the iconic views of Budapest.
Day 7
We say a fond farewell to our companions and Travel Director today after an unforgettable trip.
Meals
Breakfast
Title
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
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Must-see sightseeing
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Optional Experiences and free time
Trip Notes
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