Wonderful Eastern Europe

Berlin, Vienna, Warsaw, Krakow, Bratislava, Budapest, Prague
Duration

12 Days 11 Nights

Tour Type

Customized

Tour Category

Europe, International Tours

Embark on a 12-day journey through the heart of Eastern Europe, beginning in the vibrant capital of Poland, Warsaw. Dive into its history and culture before moving to Krakow, a city steeped in medieval charm. Pay a poignant visit to Auschwitz, bearing witness to an important chapter in world history.

Continue your adventure to the Slovakian capital, Bratislava, with its blend of old-world charm and modern vitality. Then, immerse yourself in the grandeur of Budapest, straddling the Danube, and explore its thermal baths and historic sites. Move on to the elegant streets of Vienna, a city of classical music and imperial palaces, before culminating your journey in the fairy-tale city of Prague, with its enchanting old town and iconic castle. This comprehensive tour promises a rich tapestry of history, culture, and architectural wonders across five captivating Eastern European capitals.

Highlights

Warsaw was the seat of Polish rulers for centuries, as evidenced by impressive historical buildings lining the well-known Royal Route: The Presidential Palace, the Ministry of Culture and Art, the Academy of Fine Arts and the University of Warsaw as well as elegant former royal residences. Rich in history, culture, and architecture, Krakow is an enchanting city with a vibrant atmosphere. The city's buzzing Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and many of its former residents are as enthusiastic about the city as if it had only recently become a popular tourist destination. The Wieliczka and Bochnia Royal Salt Mines illustrate the historic stages of the development of mining techniques in Europe from the 13th to the 20th centuries: both mines have hundreds of kilometers of galleries with works of art, underground chapels and statues sculpted in the salt, making a fascinating pilgrimage into the past.Bratislava is most famous for its impressive Castle on the hill, overlooking the mighty Danube River. It's also known for its cobblestone streets, quirky sculptures, and food and beer culture. With a vast array of sites, museums, as well as streets, squares, restaurants, cafés and stores with a unique atmosphere, Buda Castle and the whole of the Castle District are among the most well-known and frequently visited tourist attractions of Budapest.In addition to its museums and historical sites, Vienna is notable for its libraries, including the National Library, the University Library, the City Library, and the libraries of the Natural History Museum and the Academy of Sciences.Vienna is a wonderful place to visit. With its stunning architecture, rich history and vibrant cultural scene there's something for everyone in this beautiful city. Vienna is known for its elegant buildings many of which were built during the city's imperial heyday. For many people, one of their reasons to visit Berlin is the choice of world class museums. Museum Island is the most well known complex of museums here. The five museums are collectively a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Pergamon Museum is the most visited museum in Germany.


Day 01 – Arrive At Warsaw

Arrival at Warsaw – the capital city of Poland. Meet English speaking guide for guided tour of Warsaw which includes the Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage site), the Royal Castle where the Polish Monarchs lived until the 1795 and where one can find the column of King Sigismund III, St. John’s Cathedral containing the sarcophagus of eminent Poles, The Royal route with superb aristocratic residences and famous monuments, the former Jewish ghetto with his memorial and museums (no entrance), Lazienki park (if time permits) - the monument of Warsaw uprising. Overnight accommodation in Warsaw. Optional: Warsaw viewing terrace at Palace of Culture and Science, the highest and most recognizable building in Warsaw can be seen from almost every part of the capital. It used to be considered as symbol of socialist power and the pride of People’s Poland – it was where conventions of the Polish United Workers’ Party took place.

Day 02 – Warsaw - Krakow

After breakfast, depart for Krakow. Upon arrival, meet English speaking guide for guided tour of Krakow which includes the Jewish district of Kazimierz, Wawel castle and its cathedral (no entrance), the Great College which is the oldest building of the Academia Cracoviensis, the main market square and St Mary’s church. Overnight accommodation in Krakow.

Day 03 – Krakow – Wieliczka Salt Mines

Today enjoy guided tour of Wieliczka Salt Mines (strictly subject to availability). From Neolithic times, sodium chloride (table salt) was produced there from the upwelling brine. The Wieliczka salt mine, excavated from the 13th century, produced table salt continuously until 2007, as one of the world's oldest operating salt mines. Due to falling salt prices and mine flooding, commercial salt mining was discontinued in 1996. The Wieliczka Salt Mine is now an official Polish Historic Monument (Pomnik Historii). Afternoon free at leisure for shopping. Overnight accommodation in Krakow.

Day 04 – Krakow – Auschwitz - Bratislava

Depart for Auschwitz for guided tour of Auschwitz concentration camp (strictly subject to availability). All over the world, Auschwitz has become a symbol of terror, genocide, and the Shoah. It was established by Germans in 1940, in the suburbs of Oswiecim, a Polish city that was annexed to the Third Reich by the Nazis. Its name was changed to Auschwitz, which also became the name of Konzentrationslager Auschwitz. After, depart for Bratislava – the capital city of Slovakia. Overnight accommodation in Bratislava.

Day 05 – Bratislava - Budapest

Enjoy guided city tour of Bratislava which includes St. Michael’s gate, the Main square, St. Martin’s Cathedral, Bratislava castle which was originally a royal residence. Today, it is the symbol of Bratislava and the home of the Museum of History (outside only) and Bratislava old town. Later depart for Budapest – the capital city of Hungary. Overnight accommodation in Budapest. Optional: • Bratislava Castle – Museum of history the museum collections proving the development of society in Slovakia from the Middle Ages up to the present. It also builds up, administers and processes a numismatic collection from the earliest times up to the present and collections documenting the history and ethnological development of Slovak people abroad • Primates Palace Bratislava The Primate's Palace (Slovak: Primaciálny palác; Hungarian: Prímási palota) is a neoclassical palace in the Old Town of Bratislava the capital of Slovakia. Today, it serves as the seat of Mayor of Bratislava

Day 07 – BUDAPEST - VIENNA

Today depart for Vienna – the capital city of Austria. Upon arrival, transfer to Seegrotte Hinterbrühl, a former gypsum mine close by Vienna with mystic drifts and the largest underground lake in Europe. It became a tourist attraction after 1930 and has been one ever since, with an exception of World War II. The lake is 60 meters below ground, the water surface is 6200 m² and pumps are used to keep the water level down. Overnight accommodation in Vienna. Optional: Giants Ferries Wheel erected in 1897 to mark the 50th year of Emperor Franz Joseph's accession to the throne. It has been an enduring feature of the city's skyline ever since. Situated right near the entrance to the Wurstelprater amusement park, its cabins offer a wonderful view of the city and the Prater. The diameter of the wheel is almost 61 meters, the entire iron structure weighs 430 metric tons. The wheel turns at a speed of 2.7 km/h.

Day 08 – Vienna - Prague

Enjoy guided city tour of Vienna which includes Opera House (Outside), Ringstrasse, Austrian Parliament, city hall, and Hofburg palace where Marie Antoinette was born in 1755. Visit Schönbrunn Palace, the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers, located in Hietzing, Vienna. The 1,441-room Rococo palace is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historic monuments in the country. Later depart for Prague – the capital city of Czech Republic. Overnight accommodation in Prague.

Day 09 – Prague

Depart for guided tour of Prague which includes panoramic views of Prague, Strahov Monastery (outside), Cernin Palace (Outside), The Clock Tower in the main square and St Vitus Cathedral. Visit Prague Castle (also known as Hradčany Castle) that includes Old Royal Palace, St. George's Basilica, Golden Lane and Daliborka tower. Later visit Staropramen Beer Factory a captivating interactive journey through time, showcasing the unique history behind the source of Staropramen and showing the spirit of Prague. Overnight accommodation in Prague. Optional: Moser Crystal Factory a Bohemian glass factory situated in the village called Nižbor, about 7 km west from the city of Beroun, Czech Republic. The glass factory produces 24% lead crystal. Major part of its production is focused on export.

Day 10 – Prague – Dresden – Berlin

Today depart for Dresden. Upon arrival, meet the guide for a city tour of Dresden which includes Neumarkt square, Royal Palace, Semperoper and Golden Horseman. Visit Zwinger Palace (Porcelain collection or Old Masters picture gallery) a palatial complex with gardens in Dresden. Designed by architect Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann, it is one of the most important buildings of the Baroque period in Germany. Along with the Frauenkirche, the Zwinger is the most famous architectural monument of Dresden. Later proceed Berlin. Upon arrival, visit Berlin TV Tower – a television tower in central Berlin. It was intended to be both a symbol of Communist power and of the city. It remains a landmark today, visible throughout the central and some suburban districts of Berlin. With its height of 368 metres (including antenna) it is the tallest structure in Germany. Overnight accommodation in Berlin.

Day 11 – Berlin

Enjoy guided city tour of Berlin which includes original remnants of the Berlin Wall, Alexander Platz the most iconic square in Berlin, Berlin Cathedral, Brandenburg Tor with his park and the column of the Golden Angel, Bellevue Palace which is the official site of the German President and the Konzerthaus which is one of the oldest concert halls. Afternoon Free at leisure for shopping. Overnight accommodation in Berlin

Day 12 – Departure from Berlin

Depart for Berlin airport to fly back to hometown with unforgettable memories.

Warsaw

Hotel Gromada or similar

Krakow

Krakow Central Aparthotel or similar

Bratislava

Ibis Bratislava Centrum or similar

Budapest

Ibis Budapest City or similar

Vienna

Ibis Wein Haptbahnhof or similar

Prague

Ibis Prague old Town or similar

Berlin

Ibis Berlin Haptbahnhof or similar

  • Inclusions

  • 11 Nights Accommodation as per above cities with breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Internal Train tickets
  • Sight seeing as per above itinerary
  • Exclusions

  • Any sight seeing or activity not mentioned in inclusions
  • Any meals not mentioned in inclusions.
  • Any transfers not mentioned above.
  • Any expenses of personal nature
  • City tax payable directly at the time of check in as per EU Rule
  • Visa, Air fare and Insurance
  • GST and TCS Applicable

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Berlin, Vienna, Warsaw, Krakow, Bratislava, Budapest, Prague
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