Highlights of Eastern Europe
Delve behind the former 'Iron Curtain' to find medieval charm, a rich culture infused with
religious devotion and some confronting reminders of WWII.
Hotels
The location of Cesky Krumlov’s Old Inn hotel can’t be beat - it’s right on the main square. True to form, the Hilton, Sheraton and Marriott hotels on this tour are modern and stylish. In comparison, Budapest’s Corinthia Grand Royal is elegant and historical, reflecting the grace and charm of its location.
Included Highlights
- Budapest: Enjoy skyline views from Gellert Hill. Walk through the cobbled streets of the medieval Castle Hill district to visit Matthias Church.
- Slovakia: See Oravsky Hrad Castle and some of Slovakia’s traditional wooden houses.
- Krakow: See the trumpeter in the tower of St Mary’s Church.
- Visit Wawel Cathedral. View Cloth Hall in the town square and the courtyard of Jagiellonian University.
- Oswiecim: Tour the former Auschwitz concentration camp.
- Czestochowa: See the Black Madonna in the monastery.
- Warsaw: Visit the Old Town and Chopin & Ghetto memorials.
- Berlin: See Tiergarten, Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate.
- Dresden: Admire the mosaic on the Saxon wall of the castle.
- See Frauenkirche, Cathedral, Zwinger Palace and Opera House.
- Prague: Visit St Vitus Cathedral in Prague Castle and the Old Town Square with its Astronomical Clock
- Cesky Krumlov: Join a local guide to visit the castle.
- Dürnstein: Call in at this charming riverside village.
- Vienna: Visit the State Apartments of Schönbrunn Palace.
Meal Options
- A Welcome Reception with light meal
- Dine around evening in Warsaw where you choose from a selection of restaurants
- Celebration Dinner with wine in Vienna
- 13 Buffet Breakfasts and 4 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee
Includes
- Accommodation
- Transportation
- Tour leader
