Easy Pace Budapest, Vienna & Prague - Classic Group, Summer
Tour Type: Easy Pace
Brochure Type: IV Europe Summer 2023 v2
See the iconic capital city sights of Budapest, Vienna and Prague as your local Travel Director takes the reins on this 10-day adventure. Starting with a spot of Budapest sightseeing, your introduction to Hungary's capital tracks through the cobblestone streets of the Castle district to the sweeping city views from the Fisherman's Bastion. A strudel tasting paired with rich, aromatic coffee precedes a journey along the Danube to Vienna-the home of the Habsburg royals. The regal grandeur of Schonbrunn Palace gives way to an abundance of local dining in Vienna and the chance to taste Austria's most delectable dishes. In the Czech Republic, the fairytale town of Cesky Krumlov delights with its ageless charm and in Prague, your Local Expert guides you through the city of a hundred spires.
Choice Highlights
Brochure Type: IV Europe Summer 2023 v2
See the iconic capital city sights of Budapest, Vienna and Prague as your local Travel Director takes the reins on this 10-day adventure. Starting with a spot of Budapest sightseeing, your introduction to Hungary's capital tracks through the cobblestone streets of the Castle district to the sweeping city views from the Fisherman's Bastion. A strudel tasting paired with rich, aromatic coffee precedes a journey along the Danube to Vienna-the home of the Habsburg royals. The regal grandeur of Schonbrunn Palace gives way to an abundance of local dining in Vienna and the chance to taste Austria's most delectable dishes. In the Czech Republic, the fairytale town of Cesky Krumlov delights with its ageless charm and in Prague, your Local Expert guides you through the city of a hundred spires.
Choice Highlights
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Vienna: Visit a traditional coffeehouse to enjoy Viennese specialities of coffee and Sachertorte.
- Vienna: Listen to the musical masterpiece of Mozart and learn the Viennese Waltz, in an inclusive workshop designed to support the visually impaired community. Unique to Insight Guests, 'Dancing without Barriers' takes place in the dark, in a specially designed sensory studio, and will be a unique experience for all your senses. Alternatively, visit a traditional Viennese cafe to enjoy local specialties of coffee and sachertorte.
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Prague: Stroll through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert to hear how the Jewish community has shaped the history of Prague.
- Prague: Visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral and explore the atmospheric courtyards of the historic Prague Castle with your Local Expert.
- Budapest: See Heroes' Square and Andrassy Boulevard. Spend time in the popular pedestrian shopping street of Vaci utca and see the mighty Danube with its many bridges linking Buda and Pest.
- Esztergom: Visit the city of Esztergom, home to the Catholic church in Hungary.
- Gyor: Stop in this pretty town known for its Baroque charm.
- Vienna: A private, guided exploration of Schonbrunn Palace will have all your senses tingling. Stand beneath frescoed ceilings, crystal chandeliers and gilded Rococo frames where Mozart performed as a child prodigy.
- Vienna: Travel along the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
- Cesky Krumlov: Your Travel Director will lead you on an orientation of the city as you explore the medieval streets of this fairy-tale town.
- Prague: Stroll through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert to hear how the Jewish community has shaped the history of Prague.
- Prague: Visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral and explore the atmospheric courtyards of the historic Prague Castle with your Local Expert.
- Budapest: Visit a traditional strudel house for a taste of sweet strudel and learn about the art of making this Hungarian delicacy.
- Budapest: Choose your own ambience and cuisine from a handpicked selection of restaurants on your Dine-Around Evening.
- Vienna: Enjoy a Dine-at-Home experience as you are welcomed into the home of a local for a freshly-prepared meal, typical of the region. Dine with the family for dinner and learn more about their life.
- Vienna: Visit a traditional coffeehouse to enjoy Viennese specialities of coffee and Sachertorte.
- Prague: Your Celebration Dinner at a specially selected Prague restaurant, encapsulates the very essence of the Golden City.
- Dining Summary: 5 Dinner with Wine (DW), 9 Breakfast (B), and 1 Morning Tea (MT)
- Vienna: Listen to the musical masterpiece of Mozart and learn the Viennese Waltz, in an inclusive workshop designed to support the visually impaired community. Unique to Insight Guests, 'Dancing without Barriers' takes place in the dark, in a specially designed sensory studio, and will be a unique experience for all your senses. Alternatively, visit a traditional Viennese cafe to enjoy local specialties of coffee and sachertorte.
Details
- Tour Operator
- Insight Vacations
- Offer
- Offer valid through 3/31/2023
- Duration
- 10 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Budapest | 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. Dine in elegance as you savour hearty, Hungarian delicacies accompanied with specially selected wines. Hotel Nemzeti Budapest - MGallery. |
| Day 2 | Budapest | Budapest, Queen of the Danube Relaxed Start: Drive along the elegant boulevards en route to Heroes' Square. Across the river in Buda, walk with your Local Expert.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. Enjoy a tour of the Liszt Music Academy with a student, followed by an enchanting recital. Producing incredible musical talent, the university was founded by piano virtuoso and composer Franz Liszt in 1875. Hotel Nemzeti Budapest - MGallery. |
| Day 3 | Budapest | Free Time in Budapest Relaxed Start: The day is at leisure to immerse yourself in Budapest's history, culture and gastronomy. Perhaps, visit a thermal bath, spend time browsing the boutiques on Vaci Street or relax in a sidewalk cafe. This evening, enjoy a Dine-Around experience from your choice of specially selected restaurants. Hotel Nemzeti Budapest - MGallery. |
| Day 4 | Vienna | 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 Gyor, located on the confluence of the Danube, Raba and Rabca rivers. Cross the border and continue to stately Vienna, known for its elegant coffee houses and lavish architecture steeped in history. In the evening, you are invited to a Dine-at-Home experience. Sit down to a hearty meal with a local family and learn about life in this enchanting city. Mercure Grand Hotel Biedermeier, Vienna. |
| Day 5 | Vienna and the Habsburgs | 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 Schonbrunn Palace and explore its formal gardens at your own pace.Explore Vienna with Insight Choice. Choose to visit a traditional Viennese cafe to enjoy local specialties of coffee and Sachertorte. Alternatively, join a unique MAKE TRAVEL MATTER experience, take to the floor in a Viennese Waltz dance workshop and support the visually impaired community. Dancing in the dark, in a specially designed sensory studio, will be a unique experience for all your senses.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. Mercure Grand Hotel Biedermeier, Vienna. |
| Day 6 | Vienna | Vienna at Leisure Relaxed Start: 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 Karntnerstrasse? 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. Mercure Grand Hotel Biedermeier, Vienna. |
| Day 7 | Charming Cesky Krumlov and Golden Prague | Charming Cesky Krumlov and Golden Prague: Once over the Czech border, continue to picturesque Cesky 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. In the evening, savour a traditional meal at a local restaurant. K+K Hotel Central, Prague. |
| Day 8 | Prague | Prague, City of a Hundred Spires: Explore Prague with Insight Choice. Choose to walk the courtyards of the Castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. Alternatively, join your Local Expert for a walk through the Jewish Quarter and learn about a different side of the history of Prague. 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 together with hearty Czech cuisine. K+K Hotel Central, Prague. |
| Day 9 | Prague | Prague at Leisure Relaxed Start: Wind along cobbled lanes and discover a treasure trove of hidden gems as you explore Prague at your own pace. Perhaps cross the border to Germany and explore Dresden?This evening, tantalise your taste buds with a rousing Celebration Dinner of local specialities at a restaurant. K+K Hotel Central, Prague. |
| Day 10 | Prague | Depart Prague: Your journey comes to an end after breakfast. Departure transfers arrive at Prague airport at 08:00 and 10:00. |
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