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Learn about Central Europe’s rich history and see its historical sites as you travel through the heart of Germany, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria and the Czech Republic.
One of the highlights of this Central Europe tour is a drive along Germany’s Romantic Road with its charming villages, cobblestone streets, walled cities, and scenic countryside. You’ll stop in two of them: Nördlingen, a walled medieval town that sits in the valley created by a meteor, and picturesque Rothenburg, a walled town that has retained its medieval character.
Another highlight is a visit to Jasna Góra, the monastery near Czestochowa, an important pilgrimage spot. Its Black Madonna, a painting of the Virgin Mary, is a symbol of the country and venerated as the "Queen of Poland." While in Poland, you'll also stop in Auschwitz to visit what is left of the concentration camp, a chilling reminder of the Holocaust.
Sightseeing with a Local Guide—a local expert who knows the history, culture, and secrets of the city—is included in Berlin, Warsaw, Kraków, Budapest, Vienna, and Prague. Sights you’ll see during your city tours include Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate, dating to 1791; Budapest’s Heroes' Square, representing 1,000 years of Hungarian history, Prague’s Charles Bridge, dating to 1357 and one of Europe’s oldest stone bridges, and the Astronomical Clock, built in 1410; and the Imperial city center of Vienna, the city of the Hapsburgs. . In Kraków, Poland’s most beautiful city and cultural capital, see the charming Market Square, and Wawel Cathedral, which houses the tombs of Poland’s royalty.
All of this,—plus stops in Weimar and Poznan and more —are included on this fabulous, value-minded Central Europe tour.
Highlights
Weimar Visit
Berlin Guided sightseeing
Poznan Visit
Warsaw Guided sightseeing
Jasna Góra Guided Monastery visit
Auschwitz Guided visit
Kraków Guided sightseeing
Budapest Guided sightseeing
Vienna Guided sightseeing
Prague Guided sightseeing
Munich Orientation drive
Romantic Road Nördlingen & Rothenburg visit
Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 14 breakfasts, 5 dinners
Frankfurt, Germany
Day1
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers.
Frankfurt - Weimar - Berlin
Day2
Our first stop today is in Weimar, one-time intellectual heart of Germany and host to such luminaries as Luther, Cranach, Bach, Liszt, Schiller, and, of course, Goethe himself. It was at one time rightly known as the “Athens of Germany.” Continue through Thuringia and Saxony-Anhalt all the way to Germany’s capital city, Berlin.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Berlin
Day3
On this morning’s included guided tour, learn how the city is no longer divided but every bit as fascinating. Once the city of contrasts with its West and East side separated into two different worlds by a wall, Berlin has developed into a harmonious blend of old and new. It has preserved the old buildings, such as the State Opera House and Brandenburg Gate; its neoclassic-style boulevards, such as the Kurfürstendamm and Unter den Linden; and it has created brand new buildings in the most daring, contemporary architectural styles. It is once again Germany’s capital and one of Europe’s most lively and interesting cities.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Berlin - Pozan, Poland - Warsaw
Day4
Drive east to Poznan, one of Poland’s oldest trading centres and admire its renaissance market square. Continue to Warsaw, capital of Poland.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Warsaw
Day5
The included sightseeing tour is an excellent introduction to Warsaw, magnificently reconstructed after wartime destruction. Today, its wide avenues contrast strikingly with the narrow lanes of the old section.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Warsaw - Jasna Gora - Auschwitz - Krakow
Day6
Two encounters with history on your southbound journey today. First, JASNA GÓRA near Czestochowa, the monastery that withstood the repeated onslaught of overwhelming Swedish forces during the religious wars of the 17th century. Since then, its Black Madonna is venerated as the “Queen of Poland” and has become the country’s national symbol. In the afternoon, visit what is left of the AUSCHWITZ CONCENTRATION CAMP, a chilling reminder of the Holocaust. Evening arrival in Kraków.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Krakow
Day7
This is, they say, Poland’s most beautiful city. For almost 500 years it was the country’s capital; today, it is without a doubt its cultural capital. Join the included morning sightseeing in ancient Kraków, for centuries the residence of Polish kings. See the Market Square, the Jewish Quarter, St. Mary’s Church, and visit WAWEL CATHEDRAL. Free time later to explore this interesting town at your own pace and mingle with the locals.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Krakow - Budapest, Hungary
Day8
Travel through three countries today. First, south to the Tatra Mountains of Poland, then through scenic Slovakia, and finally into Hungary. Your destination is Budapest, the most lively of Eastern European capitals.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Budapest
Day9
Budapest is a treasure trove of architectural wonders, from Gothic to Baroque, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau, but also full of history, a food capital and surprisingly rich in thermal waters. Discover all of this and more during the guided city tour.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Budapest - Vienna, Austria
Day10
Head for the Austrian border to Vienna in time to enjoy the afternoon and evening in this lively capital. Enjoy the included sightseeing tour with a Local Guide: the State Opera, Parliament, and the Town Hall. Stop for a stroll in Heroes’ Square to view the Habsburg Palace.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Vienna - Prague, Czech Republic
Day11
Morning at leisure or join an optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace. This afternoon, cross the Czech border into Moravia, then through the rich farmlands of Bohemia to Prague.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Prague
Day12
The wealth of gothic and baroque architecture perhaps inspired Dvorak and Smetana, both Prague composers. The included guided sightseeing features landmarks such as the Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town Square with the ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK. Your Tour Director may suggest an optional evening excursion with traditional Czech music and spectacular entertainment.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Prague - Munich, Germany
Day13
Into the landscape of the Bohemian Forest before reaching the Czech-German border. Drive south, enjoying the Bavarian scenery, to Munich, Germany’s “Secret Capital,” where you will drive through the city and see the main highlights.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Munich - Nördlingen - Rothenburg - Frankfurt Area
Day14
The highlight today is undoubtedly the ROMANTIC ROAD, which runs north to south as far as the Alps. First, visit lovely medieval Nördlingen, built on a crater formed by a meteorite approximately 14.5 million years ago. Then onto Rothenburg with its ramparts and towers, cobblestone streets, and 16th-century houses, before heading towards the Frankfurt area.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Frankfurt Area
Day15
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
Special Departures:
Oktoberfest: September 2019 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd (Guests have the opportunity to visit Oktoberfest during free time. Your tour director will provide you with information on how to get there)
Christmas Markets: December 2018 2nd & 9th / December 2019 1st, 8th (Include a visit to Berlin, Budapest and Prague Christmas Markets
New Year in Berlin including Reveillon Dinner: 29th December 2018
Extend your tour and see even more
On selected tours you can extend your time at the beginning or end of your holiday. To book your holiday with an extension, call us on 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
To book your holiday with an extension, call 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
Total meals included:
- 14 breakfasts, 5 dinners
ARRIVE IN FRANKFURT AREA, GERMANY.
Day1
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
FRANKFURT AREA–WEIMAR–BERLIN
Day2
Our first stop today is in Weimar, one-time intellectual heart of Germany and host to such luminaries as Luther, Cranach, Bach, Liszt, Schiller, and, of course, Goethe himself. It was at one time rightly known as the “Athens of Germany.” Continue through Thuringia and Saxony-Anhalt all the way to Germany’s capital city, Berlin.
Today’s Distance: 357 mi/ 575 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BERLIN
Day3
On this morning’s included guided tour, learn how the city is no longer divided but every bit as fascinating. Once the city of contrasts with its West and East side separated into two different worlds by a wall, Berlin has developed into a harmonious blend of old and new. It has preserved the old buildings, such as the State Opera House and Brandenburg Gate; its neoclassic-style boulevards, such as the Kurfürstendamm and Unter den Linden; and it has created brand new buildings in the most daring, contemporary architectural styles. It is once again Germany’s capital and one of Europe’s most lively and interesting cities.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BERLIN–POZNAN, POLAND–WARSAW
Day4
Drive east to Poznan, one of Poland’s oldest trading centers, and admire its renaissance market square. Continue to Warsaw, capital of Poland.
Today’s Distance: 367 mi/ 590 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
WARSAW.
Day5
The included sightseeing tour is an excellent introduction to Warsaw, magnificently reconstructed after wartime destruction. Today, its wide avenues contrast strikingly with the narrow lanes of the old section.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
WARSAW–JASNA GÓRA–AUSCHWITZ–KRAKÓW
Day6
Two encounters with history on your southbound journey today. First, JASNA GÓRA near Czestochowa, the monastery that withstood the repeated onslaught of overwhelming Swedish forces during the religious wars of the 17th century. Since then, its Black Madonna has become the country’s national symbol. In the afternoon, visit what is left of the AUSCHWITZ CONCENTRATION CAMP, a chilling reminder of the Holocaust. Evening arrival in Kraków.
Today’s Distance: 289 mi/ 465 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
KRAKÓW
Day7
This, they say, is Poland’s most beautiful city. For almost 500 years it was the country’s capital, and today, it is without a doubt its cultural capital. Join the included morning sightseeing in ancient Kraków, for centuries the residence of Polish kings. See the Market Square, the Jewish Quarter, St. Mary’s Church, and visit WAWEL CATHEDRAL. Free time later to explore this interesting town at your own pace and mingle with the locals.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
KRAKÓW–BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Day8
Travel through three countries today. First, south to the Tatra Mountains of Poland, then through scenic Slovakia, and finally into Hungary. Your destination is Budapest, the liveliest Eastern European capital.
Today’s Distance: 245 mi/ 395 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
BUDAPEST.
Day9
Budapest is a treasure trove of architectural wonders, from Gothic to Baroque; Neoclassical to Art Nouveau, but also full of history, a food capital, and surprisingly rich in thermal waters. Discover all of this and more during the guided city tour.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BUDAPEST-BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA-VIENNA, AUSTRIA.
Day10
Journey northwest and cross the border into neighboring Slovakia. Stop in Bratislava, its intriguing capital on the banks of the Danube to explore the medieval Old Town. Continue west and enter Austria, arriving in magical Vienna.
Today’s Distance: 174 mi/ 280 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
VIENNA.
Day11
Join the included city sightseeing tour for a great introduction to the major sights: the State Opera, Parliament, the ornate Rathaus (Town Hall), and views of the Hofburg Imperial Palace from Heroes’ Square. You’ll have plenty of time to discover Vienna on your own or join our wonderful optional excursions.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
VIENNA-PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
Day12
Morning at leisure or join an optional excursion. This afternoon, cross the Czech border into Moravia, then through the rich farmlands of Bohemia to Prague.
Today’s Distance: 208 mi/ 335 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
PRAGUE.
Day13
The wealth of gothic and baroque architecture perhaps inspired Dvorak and Smetana, both Prague composers. The included guided sightseeing features landmarks such as the Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town Square with the ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK. Your Tour Director may suggest an optional evening excursion with traditional Czech music and entertainment.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
PRAGUE-NUREMBERG-GERMANY, FRANKFURT AREA
Day14
This morning visit Nuremberg with its pretty market square and Our Lady’s Church before heading towards the Frankfurt Area.
Today’s Distance: 323 mi/ 520 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
FRANKFURT AREA.
Day15
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
Special Departures:
29 November & 6 December 2020 - Include a visit to Berlin, Budapest, and Prague Christmas markets.
29 December 2020 - New Year’s Eve in Berlin including festive dinner.
Extend your tour and see even more
On selected tours you can extend your time at the beginning or end of your holiday. To book your holiday with an extension, call us on 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
To book your holiday with an extension, call 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
What's included
Tour only
Prefer to book your own flights and transfers? You have the freedom to do that with our Tour Only holiday option.
- Services of a tour director
- Accommodation
- Selected meals
- Free Wi-Fi on coach
- Individual audio system
Tour with flights
Let us take care of everything. Our package option includes return flights from your chosen airport, plus overseas transfers to your hotel.
- Flights
- Transfers
- Services of a tour director
- Accommodation
- Selected meals
- Free Wi-Fi on coach
- All airport taxes
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Frankfurt - Leonardo Royal Frankfurt
A 440 room hotel which is close to the airport and motorway A3 and A5. A Bus station is in front of the hotel and taxi station (to the city centre). Facilities include a Sportsbar and 3 Restaurants.
Location
Mailänder Strasse 1, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
Berlin - Abba Berlin
Contemporary designed hotel, combining elegance and sophistication with modern facilities, located in the centre of Berlin.
Location
Lietzenburger Str. 89, Berlin, Germany
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
Berlin - Abba Berlin
Contemporary designed hotel, combining elegance and sophistication with modern facilities, located in the centre of Berlin.
Location
Lietzenburger Str. 89, Berlin, Germany
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
Warsaw - MDM
Built in the typical socialist realist style, this 134-room hotel overlooks Warsaw's famous Constitution Square. The Upstairs Bar & Bistro offers a large variety of local and international dishes with charming above street level views, in the evenings a great selection of drinks and fun cocktails can be enjoyed at the separate bar.
Location
plac Konstytucji 2, Warsaw, Poland
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Hairdryer
Warsaw - MDM
Built in the typical socialist realist style, this 134-room hotel overlooks Warsaw's famous Constitution Square. The Upstairs Bar & Bistro offers a large variety of local and international dishes with charming above street level views, in the evenings a great selection of drinks and fun cocktails can be enjoyed at the separate bar.
Location
plac Konstytucji 2, Warsaw, Poland
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Hairdryer
Krakow - Swing
Hotel Swing is situated in the northern part of Cracow. The hotel offers 148 single and double rooms.
Location
Ul. Dobrego Pasterza 124, Krakow, Poland
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
Krakow - Swing
Hotel Swing is situated in the northern part of Cracow. The hotel offers 148 single and double rooms.
Location
Ul. Dobrego Pasterza 124, Krakow, Poland
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
Budapest - Novotel Centrum
Secessionist style building with 2 new wings; located at Rakoczi St & Grand Blvd; on-site restaurant and bar; multilingual staff.
Location
Rakoczi Ut 43/45, Budapest, Hungary
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- In-room safe
- Coffee maker in-room
Budapest - Novotel Centrum
Secessionist style building with 2 new wings; located at Rakoczi St & Grand Blvd; on-site restaurant and bar; multilingual staff.
Location
Rakoczi Ut 43/45, Budapest, Hungary
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- In-room safe
- Coffee maker in-room
Vienna - Star Inn Schoenbrunn
The Star Inn Hotel "Wien Schönbrunn" is conveniently situated near the west gateway of Vienna. The underground lines U4 and U6 can be accessed in the direct vicinity of the hotel. It will only take you 7 minutes to travel to Vienna's city centre and just 5 minutes to get to the world-renowned "Schloss Schönbrunn".
Location
Linke Wienzeile, Vienna, Austria
Facilities
- Wifi
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
Vienna - Star Inn Schoenbrunn
The Star Inn Hotel "Wien Schönbrunn" is conveniently situated near the west gateway of Vienna. The underground lines U4 and U6 can be accessed in the direct vicinity of the hotel. It will only take you 7 minutes to travel to Vienna's city centre and just 5 minutes to get to the world-renowned "Schloss Schönbrunn".
Location
Linke Wienzeile, Vienna, Austria
Facilities
- Wifi
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
Prague - Clarion Congress Hotel
The Hotel offers variable conference rooms with high-tech equipment in all spaces and guest rooms. It also offers various restaurants, bars, a wellness and fitness centre and a shopping mall right next to the Hotel.
Location
Freyova 33, Praga 9, Czech Republic
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Pool
Prague - Clarion Congress Hotel
The Hotel offers variable conference rooms with high-tech equipment in all spaces and guest rooms. It also offers various restaurants, bars, a wellness and fitness centre and a shopping mall right next to the Hotel.
Location
Freyova 33, Praga 9, Czech Republic
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Pool
Munich - Achat Premium Muenchen Sud
Despite its quiet location in southern Munich-Obersendling, the 4-star ACHAT Premium offers easy access to the A95, A96 and A99. And it's just a few minutes on the metro to the city centre and central station.
Location
Perchtinger Strasse 3, Munich, Germany
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
Munich - Achat Premium Muenchen Sud
Despite its quiet location in southern Munich-Obersendling, the 4-star ACHAT Premium offers easy access to the A95, A96 and A99. And it's just a few minutes on the metro to the city centre and central station.
Location
Perchtinger Strasse 3, Munich, Germany
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
Frankfurt - Leonardo Royal Frankfurt
A 440 room hotel which is close to the airport and motorway A3 and A5. A Bus station is in front of the hotel and taxi station (to the city centre). Facilities include a Sportsbar and 3 Restaurants.
Location
Mailänder Strasse 1, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
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