- Transportation in modern luxury passenger mini-van with extra leg room
- Day 1 transfer to Vienna hotel from Vienna airport (other airports available for extra cost)
- Day 12 transfer from Budapest hotel to Budapest airport (other airports available for extra cost)
- 11 nights accommodation based on double/twin bed occupancy in 4 or 5 star hotels
- Full time professional English speaking guide/driver on the tour
- All breakfasts, 5 dinners with drinks,...
- Local Guides in Vienna, Dresden, Bratislava, Prague, Krakow and Budapest
- Entrance fees to Schonbrunn Palace, Wielicka salt mines, St. Mathias and Fishermans Bastion in Budapest and Danube cruise
- Organization and basic insurance
Best of Eastern Europe tour – 12 days
12 days/ 11 nights
The price is based on the number of people in your group.
Description
Embark on an expansive Central European journey covering 6 countries (Austria, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Germany, Poland, Hungary), exploring 4 capital cities, encountering 4 currencies, and immersing yourself in 5 different languages. From the grandeur of Vienna, Prague, Dresden, Krakow, to Budapest, each city boasts a rich history reflected in its opulent architecture and museums. The tour also showcases diverse landscapes and stunning natural sites like Cesky Krumlov. Experience the remarkable transformation of former socialist Eastern European countries, witnessing significant changes in appearance and infrastructure.
PRICE: based on the number of people in your group.
Day 1
VIENNA AIRPORT - VIENNA
Begin your adventure in Vienna, the imperial city that once governed much of what is now Central and Eastern Europe. Upon landing at Schwechat Airport, meet your guide for a transfer to Vienna’s center. Check in at Hotel Josefshof zum Rathaus 4* or a similar centrally located accommodation for a three-night stay. After some relaxation time, dive into exploring this city, voted the best place to live in the world. In the evening, savor a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 2
VIENNA
Explore the enchanting legacy of Vienna’s Habsburgs with a morning visit to Schönbrunn Palace and its formal gardens, guided by a local expert. Take a scenic drive along the iconic Ring Road to marvel at landmarks like the Opera, Parliament, National Theatre, and Hofburg Imperial Residence. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure. In the evening, immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Vienna with a memorable night at the Opera. (B)
Day 3
VIENNA – BRATISLAVA – VIENNA
Embark on a full-day excursion to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, just an hour and a half away. Meet a local guide who will share insights about this historic city, the capital of one of the youngest countries in Europe. On the return journey to Vienna, indulge in an early dinner at the renowned Marchfelderhof restaurant in the village of Deutsch-Wagram. (B, D)
Day 4
VIENNA – DURNSTEIN – CESKY KRUMLOV
Bid farewell to Vienna, but not to its iconic Danube River. Trace the river north to the town of Durnstein, where King Richard the Lionheart was once held captive by Leopold, Duke of Austria. Explore the ruins of the castle high above the river and take a leisurely stroll through the charming old town. Continue your journey to the Czech Republic, with your first stop being Cesky Krumlov, a picturesque medieval town nestled amid a loop in the Vltava River. Your accommodation for the night is the Old Town Panoramic Hotel Ruze 5* or similar, offering stunning views of the river. Free evening. (B)
Day 5
CESKY KRUMLOV – PRAGUE
After breakfast, take some additional time to explore the enchanting streets of Cesky Krumlov. Meander through cobblestone, traffic-free lanes, passing by colorful houses that guide you to the finest castle in the region. In the early afternoon, journey through the picturesque Bohemian countryside en route to Golden Prague. Your home base for the next two nights is the centrally located Hotel At the Golden Scissors 4*, just steps away from the famous 14th-century Charles Bridge, or a similar accommodation.(B)
Day 6
PRAGUE
Today, embark on a journey through 1000 years of history with a local guide who will lead you through the castle complex and into the old town of Prague. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure. In the evening, your dinner is reserved at Kampa, a top restaurant located by the Vltava River in the Mala Strana part of the old town. (B, D)
Day 7
PRAGUE - DRESDEN - PRAGUE
This morning, embark on a half-day trip to the former East German town of Dresden. Once the capital of the mighty Kingdom of Saxony, Dresden, heavily bombed in WW II, has seen the recent reconstruction of its fabulous baroque buildings, including the Cathedral and Royal Castle. The town is now a major German tourist destination. After a tour of the Old Town and a lunch break, return to Prague. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon and evening in this lively city. (B)
Day 8
PRAGUE – KRAKOW
Today marks our longest travel day as we journey to Krakow, Poland. Along the way, revel in the stunning Czech landscapes before crossing into Poland. Optionally, we can make a stop in Oswiecim, more commonly known by its German name, Auschwitz, for a guided visit to the memorial and museum. Your accommodation for two nights is at Hotel Unicus Palace 5* or a similar option, conveniently located by the old town. Free evening tonight. (B)
Day 9
KRAKOW
After breakfast, meet the local guide to ascend Wawel Hill, visiting the cathedral, walking past the Jagiellonian University, and strolling through the Old Town. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure. For tonight’s dinner, immerse yourself in the nostalgic tunes of Klezmer music, a fitting accompaniment to the Krakow experience. (B, D)
Day 10
KRAKOW – SALT MINES WIELICKA – BUDAPEST
Today, we head south. A short distance from Krakow, in Wieliczka, explore the 600-year-old salt mines. Marvel at this subterranean world, a labyrinth of tunnels beneath the surface, featuring unique salt sculptures, sunken lakes, and even a stunning cathedral carved entirely from rock salt by the miners. Continue south, crossing the Tatra Mountains and entering Slovakia, before reaching Hungary and its capital, Budapest. Your accommodation for two nights in the heart of Budapest is Hotel Prestige 4* or a similar option. (B)
Day 11
BUDAPEST
Embark on a half-day tour of the city with a local guide, exploring the Buda Castle area with St. Matthew’s Church and Fisherman’s Bastion. Descend to the Pest side, visiting the Market Hall and Vaci Street. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure. In the evening, experience an unforgettable cruise on the illuminated Danube through the city. Conclude your journey with a farewell dinner at Gundel’s, an iconic Budapest restaurant. (B, D)
- Vienna Old Town and Schonbrunn Palace tour with local guide
- Bratislava Old Town orientation walk
- Cesky Krumlow visit
- Prague Castle and Old Town tour
- Dresden Old town visit and orientation walk
- Krakow Castle and Old town tour with the local guide
- Wielicska Salt Mines guided visit
- Budapest tour with Castle visit
- Budapest Danube cruise
Best of Eastern Europe tour begins: Vienna
Transfers from Vienna airport on Day 1
Other airports on request
Best of Eastern Europe tour ends: Budapest
Transfers to Budapest airport on Day 12
Other airports on request
testimonials
Best of Eastern Europe tour – 12 days - July 2017
Hi Andrej, What a fantastic trip! Overall, Slovenia is one of the prettiest countries we as a family have visited together and working with your company truly made the experience authentic and more of an adventure than a tourist trip.We touched on a lot at the farewell dinner, but below is just overall feedback. Highlights: - Starting in a major city and working out to the farm/ country side of Austria and Slovenia - Sound of music tour was good, but there does need to be a bit more, which is why going to the Eagles Nest was perfect *recommend for other travelers - Farm house in Slovenia - Definitely we could have spent another day just relaxing there or walking to the nearby river - Sailing - Breaks up the trip from walking tours and museums and got us out on the water - Staying in Trieste was the best option out of all the towns visited - Dinner at Stari Podrum - One of the best - Cave experience - Visiting the mountain towns Thank you again! Great experience. Jackie Delie, USA
Jackie Delie, USA
Three lakes in the three countries tour (SLO, ITA, AUT) - October 2022
Best kept secret of Slovenia. There's a part of me that hesitate to write this review because I want to keep Slovenia 4 Seasons as a secret to myself. This is the best tour operator that I have ever engaged in the past decade. Andrej had been very patient in email exchange from July until October, revising, and requoting the itinerary couple of times. As someone with Tourism background, I have to give my guide Stefan a very high marks because he excel in every aspect as a guide and even more with his attention to small details. Several days with Stefan going around Slovenia, Trieste, and Salzburg was one of the best European trip I have ever experienced. Of all the European countries I have visited, Slovenia is definitely the most beautiful, organic, and peaceful. Slovenians are very very nice people as well whether in cities, villages, Apls, or sea side. And I have never experience a single bad food in Slovenia, even supermarket popcorn was good. Once I experienced Slovenia with Stefan, it's difficult for me to enjoy other European countries because the benchmark is really high. My suggestion is to visit Slovenia after you have visited all the European countries then close it with Slovenia and engage Slovenia 4 Seasons as your tour operator.
Fenny S., Dubai
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