Vienna, Prague and Budapest and Christmas Markets
An 8-Day Insight Tours tour starting from $1,150
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| Starting Price: | $1,150 |  |
| Tour Length: | 8 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria | |
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Cities Visited: Cesky Krumlov in winter is a scene straight out of a Christmas card! While the size and preservation of Prague’s historic centre is unrivalled in Europe. The tour culminates historically, with a visit to Shönbrunn Palace. |
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Insight's First Class Services
- Escorted by a professional Tour Director
- Luxury 40 seat touring coach with extra legroom & onboard toilet
- First Class hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage
- Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack
- Airport Shuttle arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 8
Quality Dining
- Highlight Dinner in Vienna at a local restaurant (HD)
- 6 buffet breakfasts (BB), 2 three course table d'hôte dinners, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)
Day 1 - DEPART USA
Overnight flight to Vienna.
Day 2 - ARRIVE VIENNA
Welcome to Vienna! On arrival at Vienna Airport there is an airport shuttle
service to your hotel at 09.00, 12.00 & 15.00 hours. The rest of the day is at leisure. Maybe stroll amid
the statues of the city's greatest musicians in the City Park? Or browse among the tempting window
displays on the Karntner Strasse? As night falls, enjoy a Welcome Drink with your fellow travellers and
Tour Director.
Hotel: Vienna Hilton
Day 3 - VIENNA - PRAGUE
Leave Vienna and cross the Czech border to visit enchanting Cesky
Krumlov, nestled on the banks of the Vltava River. On days when snow blankets the old medieval
buildings, and the smell of wood smoke pervades through the narrow cobbled streets, one could be
forgiven for thinking they had stepped into a scene straight out of a Christmas card! Spend some time
here exploring the little back lanes and arch covered footpaths - not forgetting the outstanding castle
which overlooks the town, considered by many to be the country's finest. This afternoon, continue
north through the forested countryside of Bohemia to 'Golden Prague' - so named for its gleaming
gilded spires.
Hotel: Diplomat Hotel (BB, D)
Day 4 - PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING
Sightseeing this morning with your local guide reveals the highlights of the Czech capital, spreading either side of the Vltava river. Begin at the lofty heights of Prague Castle, dominated by the spires of St. Vitus' Cathedral. Walk through medieval cobbled streets, past beautiful palaces, and enjoy a spectacular view over the whole city. Now descend to the Old Town Square to see the astronomical clock. For those travelling in December, be sure to grab a sausage and some hot wine at the brightly decorated Christmas Markets! If you're lucky, you might even see school children in traditional dress, who come to dance and sing for the crowd. (BB)
Day 5 - PRAGUE - BUDAPEST
The smooth motorway winds through peaceful farmland to the
border with Slovakia. It was only in 1993, after more than 75 years of relatively calm coexistence, that
the Czech and Slovak Republics split. You arrive in the fortified capital of Bratislava by lunch time.
Bratislava has not only been part of Czechoslovakia, but has also belonged to Austria and Hungary
during its long history - in fact, for a time, it was even capital of Hungary. Time here to walk from
the banks of the Danube to the Old Town's historic squares; all the while the four towered Bratislava
Castle looms over the city. The Hungarian (and Austrian) border is only a proverbial stone's throw
away. Your destination is elegant Budapest, 'Queen of the Danube' - a grand metropolis and once the
second city of the mighty Hapsburg Empire!
Hotel: Radisson SAS Beke (BB, D)
Day 6 - BUDAPEST SIGHTSEEING
This morning a local guide acquaints you with both Buda and Pest, divided by the river, yet linked by the mighty Chain Bridge and the newer, elegant Elizabeth Bridge. First stroll the quaint lanes of the old town of Buda, perched high above the Danube, looking over the commercial and shopping centre of Pest. Admire the view from the Fisherman's Bastion, and visit Matthias Church, with its incredible interior decoration. Now enjoy another fine view from the old citadel on Gellert Hill, before crossing the Danube to the commercial Pest district. See the grandiose Parliament building and imposing statues of the ancestors of the Hungarian people in Heroes' Square. This afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps join the shoppers amid the boutiques of Vaci street? In December, the street will be colourfully lit and the Christmas fair will be in full swing! (BB)
Day 7 - BUDAPEST - VIENNA
A leisurely drive today returns you to Vienna for your afternoon
sightseeing tour with a local guide who will reveal all the highlights of this grand city. First a visit to the
glorious Schonbrunn Palace, built as a summer residence for Maria Theresia during the Golden Age of
the Hapsburg Empire. Now into the city centre to tour the Ring Street. Pass magnificent St Charles'
church, the Vienna State Opera House, the soaring spires of the City Hall and the Parliament. Finally
catch a glimpse of Strauss in the Stadtpark before free time for shopping this afternoon. This evening,
enjoy a Highlight Dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel: Hilton Vienna (BB, HD)
Day 8 - RETURN TO USA.
The airport shuttle service arrives at Vienna Airport at 07.00 and 09.00 hours where your tour ends. (BB)
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Included Sightseeing Highlights
Premium Highlights
- Explore the medieval streets of Cesky Krumlov and see the castle overlooking the town
- In Vienna enjoy a guided visit to the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace and gardens
Personal Insights
- Learn about the legendary meeting between Mozart and Marie Antoinette in Schönbrunn Palace.
Additional Excursions and Sights
- Walk within the walls of Prague Castle to visit St Vitus Cathedral
- See the Astronomical Clock in Prague's Old Town Square
- Visit the superb Matthias Church and enjoy views from Fisherman's Bastion in Buda
- Look out over Budapest from the lofty heights of Gellert Hill
- See the gargantuan Parliament Building and visit Heroes' Square in Pest
- See the Opera House, Parliament building & St Charles' Church in Vienna
Insight's First Class Services
- Escorted by a professional Tour Director
- Luxury 40 seat touring coach with extra legroom & onboard toilet
- First Class hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage
- Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack
- Airport Shuttle arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 8
Quality Dining
- Highlight Dinner in Vienna at a local restaurant (HD)
- 6 buffet breakfasts (BB), 2 three course table d'hôte dinners, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)
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