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12-Nights Bohemian Highlights from $3,366
Trafalgar
OFFER ID 1545035
Bohemian Highlights
A jam-packed Bohemian trip showcasing the stories of central Europe. Learn about its colorful folklore and the tragedies of war as you visit the heart of Old Town Kraków, slice through the Carpathians and see all the highlights of Prague, Budapest and Vienna.
Dining Summary
- 7 Dinner (D)
- 12 Breakfast (B)
- Budapest: Join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian dinner and the story of their winery that dates back to the 19th century.
- Berlin: Take in panoramic views of the city from the observation platform of the Berlin TV Tower.
- Berlin: During a sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist, admire Berlin landmarks like the Tiergarten and the neo- Renaissance Reichstag.
- Poznan: Discover the landscapes of Poznan.
- Warsaw: See the Old Town, Palace of Culture and visit the Chopin Memorial in the Lazienki Park before paying your respects at the Ghetto Heroes Memorial.
- Auschwitz: Bear witness to the horrors/atrocities of the Holocaust at Auschwitz.
- Kraków: Walk around the beautiful town square, Rynek Glówny. See the famous Sukiennice Cloth Hall, St. Mary's Basilica and the many historic townhouses, palaces and churches.
- Budapest: Spend the day basking in the iconic views of Budapest.
- Gyor: Absorb the medieval atmosphere of Györ.
- Tábor: Enjoy a brief stroll through Tábor and perhaps visit Žižkovo Square to admire the Gothic and Renaissance details of the town.
- Prague: Led by your Local Specialist, explore the delightful Old Town Square and see the detailed Astronomical Clock that attracts onlookers each hour.
- Vienna: Weingut Wien Cobenzl, located right in the Vienna Woods, high above the River Danube, with a marvelous view of the city, is one of the top wineries of Vienna and has been owned by the City of Vienna for over 110 years. They are one of the first wine producers with certified sustainable viticulture, bearing the seal of quality Sustainable Austria’. Enjoy a taste and a view of the region. Your experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
- Explore Berlin, Warsaw, Kraków, Budapest, Vienna and Prague
- Visit the Berlin TV Tower, Poznan, the former concentration camp at Auschwitz, St. Mary's Church and the Cloth Hall in Kraków, Gyor, Tábor, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague
- View the famous Reichstag and Tiergarten in Berlin, Kraków Cathedral and Wawel Royal Castle in Kraków and the Castle District in Budapest
- See Hofburg Palace and the Opera House in Vienna
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
12 nights from $3,366 per person
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Trafalgar Tours: Bohemian Highlights
Day 1 - Welcome to Berlin
Start your Central European adventure in Berlin. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers, spend time exploring this remarkable city before enjoying dinner.
Accommodations: Hilton
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 - Explore Bustling Berlin
Explore an iconic landmark of Berlin during an experience at the Berlin TV Tower, you'll enjoy inspiring 360° views of the city and Spree River. See the neo-Renaissance Reichstag, the Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate and Unter den Linden with a Local Specialist during your included sightseeing tour. Enjoy some free time this afternoon exploring the city on your own and watch the sun go down and the lights come up in this vibrant town, or perhaps join an Optional Experience to explore Berlin's past with your Local Specialist.
Accommodations: Hilton
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 - Journey to Poznan and on to Warsaw
We travel through patchwork farm landscapes stopping in Poznan, before arriving in the modern Polish capital, Warsaw, where we'll spend the next two nights. Embrace the youthful verve of a city that has triumphed over repeated conquests and the shackles of communism, then spend the evening at leisure exploring the sights, or perhaps join an Optional Experience exploring Warsaw's past.
Accommodations: Radisson Blu Sobieski
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 - Discover Historic Warsaw
Join a Local Specialist this morning to explore Warsaw's colorful historic center, including the Old Town, which the Nazis destroyed in retaliation for the brave Warsaw Uprising. We'll also see the former Warsaw Ghetto, where hundreds of thousands of Polish Jews were imprisoned during the German occupation, tragically immortalized in the poignant Roman Polanski film 'The Pianist'. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city's sights on your own. Consider a visit to the Wilanów Palace, a priceless testimony to the splendor of Poland's royal past, or treat yourself to a Chopin recital, before joining your travel companions this evening for a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodations: Radisson Blu Sobieski
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 - Onwards to Auschwitz and Kraków Dive Into Culture
Today we journey south from Warsaw to the Auschwitz Memorial Site of the former Concentration Camp, a poignant reminder of one of the greatest tragedies and crimes of human history. Our visit includes a guided tour of Auschwitz. We then continue to the enchanting city of Kraków.
Accommodations: Golden Tulip Krakow City Center
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 - See the Sights of Kraków
A leisurely walk through the beautiful streets of Kraków today with our Local Specialist will include such highlights as the Royal Castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill, recognised as the most historically and culturally significant site in Poland. We continue through the Old Town to hear the bugle warning from St. Mary's Church and view of the Cloth Hall. The rest of the day is yours to explore the sights on your own. Consider joining an Optional Experience to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, renowned as the Underground Salt Cathedral of Poland and home to an entire chapel carved from rock salt, as well as dozens of sculptures. Enjoy a slice of Polish Sernik Babci on the Old Town Square or visit a traditional milk bar. This evening, perhaps join your fellow travel companions for delicious home cooked Polish food and a night of dance and music at the Farmhouse Dinner and Polka Party.
Accommodations: Golden Tulip Krakow City Center
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 - Venture through Slovakia to Budapest
Today we travel through three countries from Poland, through Slovakia's Tatra mountains, and into Hungary as we arrive in beautiful Budapest later this afternoon. This evening, perhaps consider a scenic river cruise with dinner along the beautiful Danube.
Accommodations: Mercure Korona
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 - Uncover the Treasures of Budapest Make Travel Matter Connect with Locals
We join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour. Spend the rest of the day exploring on your own or consider a trip to Szentendre, a lively riverside town renowned for its art life. This evening, we Connect With Locals and join the Schieszl family for dinner and hear the story of their winery at our Be My Guest experience.
Accommodations: Mercure Korona
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 - Off to Vienna Stays With Stories
Today, leave beautiful Budapest, 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 Gyor. Amble along Baross Gábor Street and admire the Baroque façades, before departing to Vienna, your home for the next two nights. When in Vienna, enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - wine tasting at Cobenzl winery.
Accommodations: Imperial Riding School
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 - Admire Vibrant Vienna
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. Spend the rest of the day discovering the city at your own pace. Consider joining an Optional Experience to a palace for traditional Austrian cuisine and a musical performance.
Accommodations: Imperial Riding School
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11 - Venture to Prague
Travel north to the Czech Republic and visit Tábor, once a Hussite stronghold. This afternoon, arrive in the remarkable city of Prague.
Accommodations: NH City
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12 - The Old Town and More in Prague
Join a Local Specialist this morning for an exploration of the city's labyrinthine lanes, and beautiful squares. Admire the impressive St. Vitus Cathedral, set within the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle, cross the Vltava to the Old Town Square and view the 14th-century Astronomical Clock. Celebrate the end of your Bohemian adventure over dinner with your travel companions and Travel Director.
Accommodations: NH City
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13 - Farewell Prague
Say a fond farewell to your companions and Travel Director today after an unforgettable trip.
Meals: Breakfast
Vacation Details
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