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The Bohemian
10 Days starting from $2,075

Countries Visited:
Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic

 

Length: 10 Days
Type: First Class Tour
Category: Eastern Europe and Russia
Operator: Insight
Tour Code: E957
   
 
About This Tour


This tour has been expertly planned to run at a leisurely pace, with two-night stays in the three main cities: Vienna, Budapest and Prague. There are no long travelling days on this compact tour; a perfect introduction to Central and Eastern Europe.

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • SPECIALS

Insight's First Class Services

  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with onboard toilet
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack
  • Complimentary arrival transfer on Day 2 and departure transfer on Day 10

Quality Dining

  • Highlight Dinner with gypsy music in Budapest (HD)
  • 8 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 3 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)

10 Days ~ Austria ~ Hungary ~ Slovakia ~ Czech Republic

Tour Pace
This tour has been expertly planned to run at a leisurely pace, with two-night stays in the three main cities: Vienna, Budapest and Prague. There are no long travelling days on this compact tour; a perfect introduction to Central and Eastern Europe.

DAY 1 – FRI – DEPART USA
Overnight flight to Vienna.

DAY 2 – SAT – VIENNA AT LEISURE
On arrival at Vienna Airport, there are complimentary transfers to your hotel. Vienna is famous for its delicious coffees and pastries so, after checking in, why not stroll to a local café? Or take a walk through the Stadtpark to see the statue of Strauss. Later, meet your Tour Director for a Welcome Drink.
Hotel: Hilton.

DAY 3 – SUN – VIENNA – BUDAPEST
Take a leisurely drive through farming country to the Hungarian border. Continue through farmland, passing the eagle overlooking the town of Tatabanya, before arriving in Budapest, your home for two nights. Enjoy the view across the Danube from the lofty Citadel atop Gellert Hill. Marvel at the superb murals in the Church of St Matthias beside the Fisherman’s Bastion, and take in a perfect vista of the beautiful Parliament building. View the Royal palace of Buda, then cross the Danube to the Pest district to visit Heroes’ Square and Andrassy Boulevard. Enjoy a Highlight Dinner with traditional Gypsy entertainment.
Hotel: Radisson Beke (BB,HD)

DAY 4 – MON – BUDAPEST SIGHTSEEING
The day is set aside for you to explore this fascinating city at your own pace. Shop for bargains in fine porcelain and colorful embroideries, take an optional excursion to explore the ‘Secret Treasures of Budapest’ or visit a world-famous restaurant to enjoy coffee and pancakes. (BB,D)

DAY 5 – TUE – BUDAPEST – BRATISLAVA
Take a fascinating drive past the remains of the Roman settlement of Aquincum and along the Danube to the picturesque riverside village of Szentendre. This community has long been the haunt of artists, enchanted by its brightly colored houses and quaint churches. Continue to Visegrád, where the castle walls and Solomon’s Tower are all that remain of Visegrád’s regal splendor. Walk up to the Citadel for breath-taking views across the Danube Bend. See Esztergom, former capital of Hungary, and visit its splendid cathedral. Cross the Danube at Komarom to enter the Republic of Slovakia. Skirt the foothills of the Little Carpathian Mountains to arrive at your hotel in Bratislava. Upon arrival, view the presidential palace before taking a leisurely walk through the Old Town, stopping at the medieval Town Hall.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza. (BB,D)

DAY 6 – WED – BRATISLAVA – PRAGUE
Drive to the 9th century castle, perched high above the Danube, for panoramic views across Bratislava. After crossing into the Czech Republic, drive to Brno, capital of the Province of Moravia. During an orientation tour, see the unusual baroque Cathedral of St Peter and St Paul, as well as the grim Spilberk Fortress, used as a jail by the Nazis during World War Two. Continue through Czech countryside to ‘Golden’ Prague – named for its gleaming gilded spires.
Hotel: Moevenpick. (BB,D)

DAY 7 – THU – PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING
Since the ‘Velvet Revolution’, Prague has been one of the most fashionable, beautiful and culturally exciting cities in Europe. The Czech capital features a unique blend of Gothic, Renaissance and baroque architecture; a sightseeing tour with an expert local guide introduces the 1,000-year-old Hradcany Castle and the majestic St Vitus’ Cathedral. Descend to the Old Town, where the tour concludes at the fascinating Astronomical Clock in the city square. Later, there is time to shop for fine Bohemian crystal, Carlsbad porcelain or superb costume jewellery; treasures for which the Czech Republic is world-famous. (BB)

DAY 8 – FRI – PRAGUE – VIENNA
Enjoy a drive through the green Bohemian countryside, passing the town of Tabor, headquarters of the 15th century reformer, John Huss, and continuing south to medieval Cesky Krumlov, with its ancient town and Renaissance castle on either side of the River Vltava. After some free time to explore, head back to Vienna for a two-night stay.
Hotel: Hilton. (BB)

DAY 9 – SAT – VIENNA SIGHTSEEING
A sightseeing highlight this morning is a guided visit to the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace and gardens. See also St Charles’ Church and the baroque architecture of the Opera House, the magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence and Parliament building. The afternoon is free to visit Prater Park for a ride on the famous ferris wheel, or to try the coffee and apple strudel on Karntnerstrasse. As night falls, why not join your friends for a farewell dinner? (BB)

DAY 10 – SUN – RETURN TO USA
The tour ends with transfers to Vienna Airport. (BB)


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Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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Highlights
The contrasts between the three main cities of Vienna, Budapest and Prague – the grandeur of Vienna and the splendor of Schönbrunn Palace, the strains of the gypsy violins of Budapest and the magical beauty of Prague – the inspiration to many a great composer!

Hotels
Enjoy a selection of modern hotels like the refurbished Vienna Hilton and the comfortable Crowne Plaza located across from the Presidential Palace in Bratislava, as well as the classic artistic style of the Radisson Beke in the heart of Budapest.

Fellow Passengers
A blend of seasoned travelers who wish to extend their knowledge of Europe to the former Eastern bloc countries, plus travelers, maybe in Europe for the first time, who wish to trace their ancestral roots in Eastern Europe.

Enjoy our Premium Highlights plus these extra tour features

Excursions & Sights
  • Panoramic view of Budapest from Gellert Hill & visit to Heroes’ Square
  • Visit Matthias Church by the Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest to see the murals
  • Drive along the Danube to see the ruins of the Roman settlement of Aquincum
  • Visit the Citadel in Visegrád for stunning views over the Danube Bend
  • Visit the splendid Coronation Cathedral in Esztergom
  • Views from Bratislava Castle & stroll the old town to the medieval Town Hall
  • See Brno’s formidable Spilberk fortress & baroque Cathedral of Sts Peter & Paul
  • Admire the stained glass windows of St Vitus Cathedral in Prague Castle
  • Visit Prague’s Old Town Square and see the Astronomical Clock
  • See the Hofburg, Opera House, Parliament building & St Charles’ Church in Vienna

Guided City Tours

  • In-depth sightseeing tours with expert local guides in Budapest, Bratislava, Prague & Vienna

Insight's First Class Services

  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with onboard toilet
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack
  • Complimentary arrival transfer on Day 2 and departure transfer on Day 10

Quality Dining

  • Highlight Dinner with gypsy music in Budapest (HD)
  • 8 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 3 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Great Savings and Discounts

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNTS

SAVE UP TO 10%: Insight sells its tours in many countries worldwide so the most popular tours fill very quickly. Don’t be disappointed, book early! You’ll be assured of the tours you want, andthe earlier you pay, the more you SAVE!

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Tours must be paid in full for this discount to apply. Discounts apply to the land-only portion of your tour. Tour prices may change in future brochures. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

FAMILY SAVINGS

YOUNG TRAVELLERS SAVE 10% AGED 5-17 YEARS :Travel broadens the mind and enhances those special relationships. Insight offers you the opportunity of

sharing your happy holiday memories with your children or grandchildren. This discount applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. Young Travellers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by an adult (limit of one Young Traveller Discount per room). On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveller must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension,

and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

GROUP DISCOUNTS

5 OR MORE – SAVE 5%: If a group of 5 to 8 people travel together a discount of 5% per person applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!

SAVE $$$ FOR 9 OR MORE : If you have a group of 9 or more people travelling together on the same scheduled tour, then you automatically qualify for big savings! Your savings will be determined by the number of people travelling so ask call for details. You may also reserve a tour departure exclusively for your group! Some restrictions apply. Please contact our Groups Department 1-866-475-7023.

These discounts cannot be combined with Frequent Traveller, Family Savings or Triple Room Discounts. To qualify, names of all passengers travelling must be advised to Insight at the time of booking. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension,

and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.  

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SAVE UP TO $2850 PER PERSON with Insight’s Room Mate Matching service Insight believes travelling solo should not cost you more! That’s why for people travelling alone on an Insight coach tour, we'll match you with someone of the same gender, so you don't have to pay the single room supplement. If we fail to match you, we'll provide a single room at no extra cost. Please note there is a no-smoking policy in all shared rooms. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises. 3. Does not apply to Irish Elegance.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNTS: When three people travel together and share one room,

each of the three enjoys a discount off the tour price. See the Triple Room Reductions on the itinerary of your choice. This discount only applies to tours featuring the “Share a Triple Room” reduction on the itinerary pages. Note the third bed will, on occasions, be a foldaway.

FREQUENT TRAVELLER SAVING

SAVE 5% OFF YOUR NEXT TOUR: Most first-time travellers go on vacation with Insight again and again. In recognition of our loyal customers, Insight now extends to all clients automatic membership into our Premier Plus Club, as well as a 5% Discount off the Land portion of their next Insight trip. Insight’s Premier Plus Club & 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further tour

booking. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount.  Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise.

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SAVE $$$ON YOUR 2ND TOUR: Book two Insight vacations, each 7 days or longer and you will receive a reduction of 5%off the cheaper of the two tours. Both tours must be booked at the same time. This discount is per person.

COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFERS: Save up to $135 per couple on LONDON taxi fares

FREE LONDON RETURN : Passengers taking the 'Land only' option on our Discovery

tours may return to London by Insight motorcoach at NO EXTRA CHARGE, instead of departing from Paris. Offer applies to the final day of the following Discovery tours:  E920, E910, E933, E914, E912, E913, E916 & G916. Accommodations will be

required, as arrival in London is late afternoon/early evening.

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PRICE GUARANTEE: With Insight, you don’t need to worry about currency fluctuations. Once we receive your full deposit, your land tour price is guaranteed and protected against any increases. (Excludes pre-registration for tours in future brochures and any imposed fuel surcharges or Government Taxes.

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