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    Easy Pace Budapest, Vienna & Prague
    10 days | 9 nights
    From $3,208* pp
    Exclusive $467*pp discount^
    Europe's capital cities of Budapest, Vienna and Prague are lush with magnificent cathedrals, imperial palaces and majestic castles, stand at the geographical heart of mainland Europe. Their history and culture are majestically intertwined by the powerful Habsburg dynasty. On this ten-day tour with Insight Vacations you will get to see and experience some of the best these cities have to offer.
    Your package includes: Your package highlights:

    Your package includes:

    Your package highlights:

    Your package includes:

    Your package includes:

    • 9 nights accommodation in handpicked centrally located hotels
    • Breakfast daily, 1 morning tea and 5 deliciously authentic dinners
    • Travel with an experienced travel director
    • Travel throughout via coach with double the legroom
    • Airport transfers
    Your package highlights:

    Your package highlights:

    • Budapest – visit a traditional strudel house for a taste of sweet strudel and learn about the art of making this Hungarian delicacy
    • Cesky Krumlov – roam the cobbled streets of the picture-postcard town as you discover views of the famous castle
    • Vienna – the sheer opulence of Schonbrunn Palace indulges your senses. Stand beneath frescoed ceilings, crystal chandeliers and gilded Rococo frames where Mozart performed as a six-year-old prodigy
    • Prague – be bewitched by the gargoyles of St. Vitus Cathedral and ghosts of Bohemian Kings, experience a private tour with a local historian through the atmospheric courtyards of Prague Castle
    Valid for travel
    14 Aug 2020 departure, subject to availability.
    Offer expires
    31 Oct 2019 unless sold prior

    Itinerary

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    Day 1

    Welcome to Budapest

    On arrival at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, enjoy a complimentary transfer to your hotel at 10:00, 13:00 or 15:30. Meet your travel director and travel companions at 18:00. Tonight you are in for a treat with your welcome dinner at Gundel, one of Budapest’s most renowned restaurants for over a hundred years. Dine-in elegance as you savour hearty, Hungarian delicacies accompanied with specially-selected Hungarian wine.

    Day 2

    Budapest, Queen of the Danube

    Drive along the elegant boulevards en route to Heroes’ Square. Across the river in Buda, walk with your local expert along the medieval cobblestone streets of the Castle district to visit Matthias Church and admire sweeping views from the Fisherman’s Bastion over the exquisite Parliament building. Make your way to a traditional strudel house to see pastry chefs at work, as they prepare delicious sweet strudel by stretching the dough and readying fillings. Enjoy a delectable taste of this famous delicacy paired with a rich aromatic coffee. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city at your leisure. This evening, perhaps you could stop for an aperitif of Hungarian Pálinka in an elegant cafe in the old city or maybe opt for a glittering dinner cruise along the Danube?

    Day 3

    Free time in Budapest

    The day is at leisure to immerse yourself in Budapest’s history, culture and gastronomy. Perhaps, visit a thermal bath (an institution in Budapest), spend time browsing the boutiques on Vaci Street or relax in a sidewalk cafe. In the evening, you are invited to a Dine-at-Home experience. Sit down to a hearty Hungarian meal and learn about life in this enchanting city.

    Day 4

    Along the Danube to Esztergom and on to stately Vienna

    Travel along the Danube to the picturesque city of Esztergom home to the largest Catholic church in Hungary. Then, journey westward for a stop in the pretty town of Győr, located on the confluence of the Danube, Rába and Rábca rivers. Cross the border and continue to stately Vienna, known for its elegant coffee houses and lavish architecture steeped in history. This evening, enjoy a Dine-Around experience from your choice of specially selected restaurants.

    Day 5

    Vienna and the Habsburgs

    Much of Vienna’s present-day charm is due to the long reign of the Habsburgs. Join a local expert for a private visit of Maria Theresa’s Schönbrunn Palace and explore its formal gardens at your own pace. Then ready your camera for a dazzling drive around the famous Ring Road. This grand boulevard, built along the lines of the old city walls, showcases many of the capital’s architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence, Austrian Parliament Building and Karlskirche. The afternoon is at your leisure.

    Day 6

    Vienna at leisure

    Discover the regal grandeur of Vienna, as you explore at your own pace. Perhaps start at St. Stephen’s Cathedral – one of Europe’s great Gothic structures – or browse the shops of the bustling Kärntnerstrasse? You may wish to add another capital to your travels with a visit across the Slovakian border to Bratislava. Ask your travel director to recommend local attractions and restaurants, as you appreciate the long, summer evening in one of Europe’s most elegant cities.

    Day 7

    Charming Český Krumlov and golden Prague

    Once over the Czech border, continue to picturesque Český Krumlov where you’ll start with a brief orientation tour of this fairy-tale town, straight out of the Middle Ages. Enjoy some free time to explore and appreciate views of the Vltava River. Wander through the cobblestone, traffic-free streets, past colourful houses that lead up to the finest castle in the land. In the afternoon, continue through the green Bohemian countryside to Prague.

    Day 8

    Prague, city of a hundred spires

    Join a Local Expert for a guided visit to one of Europe’s most beautiful and historic cities. Start with the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle, where you can admire the stained glass of St. Vitus Cathedral and spectacular views over the Old Town. Finish in the Old Town Square where the mechanical antics of the Astronomical Clock’s glockenspiel delight onlookers each hour. The city is then yours to explore. Maybe take a river cruise through the heart of the city or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route? Czechs are passionate about their beer, so be sure to try the local pilsners, alongside the Czech cuisine.

    Day 9

    Prague at leisure

    Wind along cobbled lanes and discover a treasure-trove of hidden gems, as you explore Prague at your own pace. Perhaps cross the river to the castle district and experience the real Prague, away from the hustle and bustle of the city? This evening, tantalise your taste buds with a rousing celebration dinner of local specialties at a restaurant offering magnificent views over the city. Dobrou chuť!

    Day 10

    Depart Prague

    Your journey comes to an end after breakfast. Departure transfers arrive at Prague airport at 8:00 and 10:00.

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    * Conditions

    Advertised prices are per person twin share, correct at time of publication and are subject to availability and change at any time without notification due to fluctuations in charges, taxes and currency. Offer is valid on new bookings only. ^Exclusive discount is included in the advertised price. Other departure dates available however prices may differ. Single supplements apply. Deposit is due within five days of booking and final payment due by 18 Dec 2019. Other conditions apply. Please contact your personal travel manager for full terms and conditions.

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