2021 Prague > Budapest

Immerse yourself in tales old and new

Not all of Europe’s riveting history lies in the distant past. In fact, many of the most interesting aspects of its history are considerably more recent.

From the birth of modern European states in the 19th century, to the confronting realities of World War II, the recent backgrounds of these cities are as complex as they are fascinating.

Tour Code:: EEE
Duration:: 12 days
Departure City:: Prague
Return City:: Budapest

Selected Itinerary

12 Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Prague

Your journey into wonder begins in the glorious city of Prague. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to a centrally located hotel for your two night stay. This evening, join your fellow travellers and Tour Director for a welcome drink.
Day 2 - Prague

Discover one of Europe’s truly magical cities on a walking tour with a local guide.

Freechoice

Enjoy a walking tour of Prague’s communist era history, followed by a tasting of local beer. Alternatively, learn about the 900 year history of Strahov Monastery and delight in its many wonders such as the Treasury and art gallery, showcasing a vast array of important works from Czech and international artists.

This evening, enjoy a delicious Czech dinner at Lobkowicz Palace.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3 - Prague > Dresden > Berlin

This morning, you’ll depart for Dresden, perhaps the greenest city in Germany. Enjoy an orientation tour of this charming city before continuing on to Germany’s capital, Berlin. Here you’ll be treated to a three night Special Stay in one of the city’s most opulent hotels.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 - Berlin

Your introduction to Berlin begins with a guided tour. See the Brandenburg Gate and the State Opera House, then drive along the famous ‘Unter den Linden’ and visit the former Checkpoint Charlie area. Then enjoy a true highlight with coffee and cake under the glass dome of the renovated Reichstag Building that was set on fire in 1933. This afternoon, enjoy time at leisure to explore this magnificent city further. You may wish to imbibe the city’s thriving art scene or soak up its cafe culture.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 5 - Berlin

Freechoice

Visit the moving Berlin Wall memorial and the Hackesche Höfe, then ride Berlin’s subway and learn about the city’s Cold War period. Alternatively, journey to Potsdam, where a local guide will share their insights on the town and its history, and visit Cecilienhof Palace where the Potsdam Treaty was signed in 1945.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 6 - Berlin > Warsaw

Travel by train through beautiful countryside to Warsaw, Poland’s cultural, entertainment and financial capital. Check into your hotel, your base for the next two nights.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 7 - Warsaw

Largely destroyed during World War II, Warsaw’s historic centre has been rebuilt and has attained World Heritage-listed status. Your local guide will take you through the key sites including the Jewish Ghetto and monument to the Ghetto heroes, the Palace of Culture and the Chopin Memorial.

Freechoice

You have two vastly different but equally interesting options to choose from this afternoon. Visit the opulent Royal Castle on a guided tour, or learn more about the plight of the Jewish community on a visit to the Museum of the History of Polish Jews.

Enrich

This evening, enjoy an exclusive piano concert of Chopin’s immortal music in a manor house, followed by dinner.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8 - Warsaw > Krakow

Journey through Poland to Auschwitz and visit the former concentration camp and its museum for chilling reminders of the Holocaust in World War II. Early this evening, arrive in Krakow where your hotel for the next two nights is set on the banks of the Wisla River.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 9 - Krakow

Today’s sightseeing of this World Heritage-listed city includes a guided walking tour of the Old Town, and a visit to the cathedral and the castle on Wawel Hill.

Enrich

This afternoon you’ll visit the nearby 800-year-old Wieliczka Salt Mines and see statues of historic and mythical figures, sculpted by miners out of rock salt.

Tonight, enjoy delicious Polish cuisine at a local restaurant.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10 - Krakow > Budapest

Cross the border into Slovakia en route to the Hungarian capital, Budapest where you will enjoy a two night stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11 - Budapest

This morning explore Budapest, often regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 12 - Budapest

Depart after breakfast. Budapest may be the end of your journey but it will be the start of a lifetime of wonderful memories.
This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above.

Meals Included: Breakfast