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Sightseeing in each city includes the top-see attractions, including a visit to Heroes' Square in Budapest, founded in 1896 to represent 1000 years of Hungarian history; gothic St. Martin's Church in Bratislava, coronation church for the Kingdom of Hungary from the 16th to 19th centuries; St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna, dating back to the 12th-century; the Esztergom Basilica and Treasury, the largest church in Hungary; and in Prague, the Astronomical Clock, built in 1410, and Hradčany Castle grounds, dating from the 9th century. Enjoy a guided walking tour in the town of Český Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a cobbled Old Town and fine architecture in gothic, renaissance, and baroque styles, constructed between the 13th and 17th centuries.
Globus has also included some special experiences for you. On the way to Prague, stop for a guided visit of Hluboká Castle; visit the Budvar (Budweiser) Brewery in České Budějovice and enjoy a light lunch; and to get an authentic taste of life in Vienna, Globus has included an exclusive waltz dance class, and coffee and cake at a historic local café.
Historical sights, fascinating history, exciting special experiences, an expert Tour Director, and knowledgeable Local Guides who bring these destinations to life… this Eastern Europe tour has it all!
Highlights
Welcome dinner at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing, visit the synagogue, panoramic view from Fishermen’s Bastion
ESZTERGOM Guided walking tour, visit the Esztergom Basilica and Treasury
BRATISLAVA Guided walking tour, visit St. Martin’s Church
VIENNA Guided sightseeing, take pictures of the Hundertwasserhaus and visit Heldenplatz and St. Stephen’s Cathedral; [LF] waltz dancing lesson; [LF] Kaffee und Kuchen at a local café
ČESKÝ KRUMLOV Guided walking tour
HLUBOKÁ CASTLE
A guided visit to the castle
ČESKÉ BUDĚJOVICE[LF] Visit the Budvar (Budweiser) Brewery and enjoy a light lunch
PRAGUE Guided sightseeing, Astronomical Clock, visit the Hradčany Castle grounds; farewell dinner at a local restaurant
2020 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
ARRIVE IN BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Day1
Welcome to Budapest! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals included:
- Dinner
BUDAPEST
Day2
Eastern Europe’s most cosmopolitan city comes to life during your guided sightseeing. See elegant Andrassy Avenue, the Thermal Baths, and visit the world’s second-largest Jewish SYNAGOGUE. From the lookout towers of Fishermen’s Bastion, enjoy a panoramic view of the sprawling city, and admire the 13th-century Matthias Coronation Church and HEROES’ SQUARE. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight, a delectable optional Hungarian specialty dinner can be arranged.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BUDAPEST–ESZTERGOM–BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
Day3
Esztergom was the capital of Hungary from the 10th through the mid-13th centuries and is the seat of the Roman Catholic Church in Hungary today. Your guided tour includes a visit to the ESZTERGOM BASILICA AND TREASURY, the largest church in Hungary. Continue to Bratislava, capital of Slovakia, and explore the historical center of Bratislava on foot with your Local Guide. Marvel at the medieval towers and fortifications, of which St. Michael’s Gate is the oldest. See the medieval Town Hall, gothic ST. MARTIN’S CHURCH, and many palaces, like Grassalkovich Palace. Built around 1760, it is now residence of the Slovak president. Also see the Archiepiscopal Palace, seat of the Slovak government.
Today’s Distance: 261 mi / 420 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BRATISLAVA–VIENNA, AUSTRIA
Day4
Cross the nearby Austrian border and arrive in Vienna, once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire. Your guided sightseeing features a stop at the colorful and unusual Hundertwasserhaus, and a drive along the famous Ringstrasse with its magnificent buildings. See the Vienna State Opera House; the Jewish quarter; and stop at the Hofburg Palace, winter residence of the Austrian imperial family. Marvel at the impressive courtyards and famous HELDENPLATZ, and visit awesome ST. STEPHEN’S CATHEDRAL. This afternoon, in the city of Strauss, a special highlight is LF an exclusive WALTZ DANCING LESSON.
Today’s Distance: 93 mi / 150 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
VIENNA
Day5
In the morning, LF join the locals at the historic Café Landtmann for Kaffee und Kuchen (coffee and cake). Balance of the day at leisure. Why not join an optional excursion to splendid Schönbrunn Palace, the former imperial summer residence.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
VIENNA–ČESKÝ KRUMLOV, CZECH REPUBLIC–ČESKÉ BUDĚJOVICE
Day6
Český Krumlov is a small town in southern Bohemia in the Czech Republic. It has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, mainly for its fine architecture in gothic, renaissance, and baroque style, constructed between the 13th through the 17th centuries. A guided walking tour shows you the main sights, before arriving at your hotel.
Today’s Distance: 162 mi / 260 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
ČESKÉ BUDĚJOVICE–HLUBOKÁ CASTLE–PRAGUE
Day7
Start today with a visit to magnificent HLUBOKÁ CASTLE, a national cultural monument of the Czech Republic. Return to České Budějovice for LF an enjoyable visit to the BUDVAR (Budweiser) BREWERY, followed by a light lunch. Arrive in Prague, capital of the Czech Republic. An optional evening tour is available to explore Prague by night.
Today’s Distance: 112 mi / 180 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
PRAGUE.
Day8
Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide features a visit to the 1,000-year-old HRADČANY CASTLE GROUNDS, which afford lovely views of St. Vitus Cathedral and the castle’s walls and bastions. Originally laid out in the 16th-century, the grounds reached the present park-like form in the early 20th-century. Also see the Old Town, the Jewish ghetto, and the ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK, once the envy of all Europe. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at one of Prague’s fine restaurants.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
PRAGUE
Day9
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
- Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
- On certain days, the Jewish synagogue in Budapest will not be open to the public.
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Courtyard by Marriott City Center
First-Class
The Courtyard by Marriott Budapest City Center is housed in a building that is a combination of contemporary and traditional styles with a beautifully restored historic facade. The hotel features 234 spacious guest rooms and 7 meeting rooms for functions and events.
Location
Jozsef Krt. 5, Budapest, Hungary
Hotel Facilities
- Concierge desk
- Dry Cleaning
- Parking/Valet
- Fitness Room
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant On-Site
Room Facilities
- Window Opens
- In-Room Safe
- Television
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Desk
- Voicemail
- Hair Dryer
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Pay Movies
- Non-smoking Rooms
Radisson Blu Carlton
Superior First-Class
Turn-of-the-century-style Hotel with traditional comforts and modern room amenities; located across from the Opera House.
Location
Hviezdoslavovo Nam.3, Bratislava, Slovakia
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Dry Cleaning
- Fitness Room
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Concierge desk
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Internet Access
- Room Service
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Non-smoking Rooms
- In-Room Safe
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Mini-bar
- Hair Dryer
- Voicemail
- Alarm Clock
- Air Conditioning
- Smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Coffee Maker
- Window Opens
- Phone
Hilton Vienna Danube Waterfront
Superior First-Class
Modern Hotel, Vienna's only hotel located directly on the Danube - 1 km from Giant Ferris Wheel and 2 km from Millennium Tower.
Location
Handelskai 269, Wien, Austria
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Pool
- Parking/Valet
- Hot Tub
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Currency Exchange
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Concierge desk
- Spa Services
- Ice Machine
Room Facilities
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Safe
- Internet Access
- Room Service
- Smoking Rooms
- Voicemail
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Alarm Clock
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
Clarion Congress
First-Class
A modern 16-storey, 205-room hotel that, offers comfortable rooms, excellent gastronomy, sleek lobby bar and Free Wi-Fi access all in a convenient location right in the heart of the city
Location
Prazská trída 2306/14, Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic
Hotel Facilities
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
- Business Center
- Parking/Valet
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- ATM
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Mini-bar
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Smoking Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
- Air Conditioning
- Television
- Room Service
- Alarm Clock
- Pay Movies
- Voicemail
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Internet Access
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- In-Room Safe
- Coffee Maker
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Window Opens
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
Botanique Hotel Prague
Superior First-Class
A 214-room stylish property, perfectly located opposite the Florenc underground Metro station. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all guestrooms and public areas of the hotel. There is an on-site gym, casual restaurant, stylish bar and all day coffee shop.
Location
Sokolovska 11, Prague, Czech Republic
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Fitness Room
- Free WiFi
- Dry Cleaning
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Coffee Maker
- Complimentary Toiletries
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Room Service
- Television
- Window Opens
- Internet Access
- Hair Dryer
- Mini-bar
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Phone
