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Enjoy guided sightseeing of the must-see attractions: in Prague, visiting the 1,000-year-old Hradčany Castle grounds, the largest castle complex in the world, and the Astronomical Clock, built in 1410 and once the envy of all Europe; in Budapest, enjoy a panoramic view of the city from Fishermen's Bastion and visit 13th-century Matthias Coronation Church, the coronation spot of several Hungarian monarchs; and in Vienna, where, among the many sights, you’ll visit awesome St. Stephen's Cathedral, a symbol of Vienna. In Salzburg, your walking tour includes beautiful Mirabell Gardens and magnificent Residenz Square.
Spectacular scenery also awaits you on this Central Europe vacation. Drive through the lovely Salzkammergut Lakeland to picturesque Salzburg; and enjoy a leisurely Danube cruise with Kaffee und Kuchen (coffee and cake) along the most scenic section of the river. These special experiences—together with a visit to the famous Hofbräuhaus, Munich’s best-known beer hall dating back to 1589, and a farewell dinner at Munich's lively Ratskeller restaurant—are included by Globus to ensure your vacation is unique.
From the vibrant cities and historical sights to the special experiences, this Central Europe tour is sure to delight all of your senses. Let Globus handle the details while you sit back, relax, and enjoy this amazing experience!
Highlights
MUNICH
Welcome dinner; orientation including Marienplatz; visit the famous Hofbräuhaus; farewell dinner at the Ratskeller restaurant
PRAGUE Guided sightseeing, visit the Hradčany Castle grounds, see the Astronomical Clock
BRATISLAVA Visit the capital of Slovakia
BUDAPEST Guided sightseeing, a panoramic view from Fishermen’s Bastion, visit Matthias Coronation Church
VIENNA Guided sightseeing, visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral
DANUBE CRUISE Enjoy Kaffee und Kuchen (coffee and cake) on board
SALZBURG Guided walking tour, visit Mirabell Gardens and Residenz Square; a special dinner at St. Peter Stiftskeller restaurant
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Total meals included:
- 9 breakfasts, 5 dinners
ARRIVE IN MUNICH, GERMANY
Day1
Welcome to Munich! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Meals included:
- Dinner
MUNICH–PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC.
Day2
Germany’s “Secret Capital” comes alive during an orientation featuring the Olympic Stadium, built for the 1972 Olympics; the 1,000-foot-high Olympic Tower; and the Königsplatz, used for Nazi rallies during World War II. Drive along the Ludwigstrasse, and see the Bavarian Arch of Triumph and Field Marshall Hall, a monumental loggia on the Odeonsplatz. Then visit lively MARIENPLATZ with the Old and the New Town Halls and the gothic Frauenkirche. Later, head for Prague, the “Golden City.” This evening, why not join an optional outing to explore Prague by night?
Today’s Distance: 255 mi / 410 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
PRAGUE
Day3
Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe’s most exquisite cities. Visit the 1,000-year-old HRADČANY CASTLE GROUNDS, which afford lovely views of St. Vitus Cathedral and the castle’s walls and bastions. Also see the Old Town, the Jewish ghetto, and the ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK, once the envy of all Europe. Optional excursions are available to make the most of your stay.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
PRAGUE–BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA–BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Day4
Into Moravia, where Napoleon established his headquarters during the Battle of Austerlitz, and arrive in Bratislava, capital of Slovakia, for an orientation of the 18th-century Old Town. Then, follow the course of the Danube River to Budapest.
Today’s Distance: 329 mi / 530 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
BUDAPEST
Day5
Eastern Europe’s most cosmopolitan city comes to life during your guided sightseeing. See elegant Andrassy Avenue, the Thermal Baths, and the world’s second-largest Jewish synagogue. From the lookout towers of Fishermen’s Bastion, enjoy a panoramic view of the sprawling city. Then, visit the 13th-century MATTHIAS CORONATION CHURCH and impressive Heroes’ Square. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight, a delectable optional Hungarian specialty dinner is at hand.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BUDAPEST–VIENNA, AUSTRIA
Day6
Drive through the Hungarian plains to Vienna, once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire. Meet your Local Guide and start your afternoon sightseeing with a drive along the elegant Ringstrasse. Pass the impressive 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.
Today’s Distance: 174 mi / 280 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
AT LEISURE IN VIENNA.
Day7
A full day at leisure gives you the opportunity to join exciting optional excursions, such as to the Vienna Woods, historic Schönbrunn Palace, a concert in one of Vienna’s concert halls, or to just explore this magnificent city on your own.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
VIENNA–SALZBURG
Day8
On a LF DANUBE CRUISE along the most scenic section of the river, sit back, relax and enjoy Kaffee und Kuchen (coffee and cake), before continuing through the lovely Salzkammergut Lakeland to Salzburg. Follow your Local Guide for a walking tour through the historical center. Admire MIRABELL GARDENS, the Great Festival Hall, St. Peter’s Monastery, and magnificent RESIDENZ SQUARE, where some scenes of The Sound of Music movie were filmed. Take pictures of Mozart’s birthplace in the charming Getreidegasse. This evening, dinner has been prepared at the St. Peter Stiftskeller.
Today’s Distance: 211 mi / 340 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
SALZBURG–MUNICH, GERMANY
Day9
In the morning, an optional excursion to Berchtesgaden, Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest, is available before returning to Munich. The best way to say auf Wiedersehen is a LF visit to the famous HOFBRäUHAUS, Munich’s best-known beer hall, dating back to 1589, followed by a farewell dinner at the lively Ratskeller restaurant.
Today’s Distance: 106 mi / 170 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
MUNICH
Day10
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Hilton Munich City
Superior First-Class
Conveniently located in Munich's entertainment district, this 480-room upscale property provides a relaxing atmosphere alongside an exciting array of culinary delights and ambience in its lobby and signature bar. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout, there is a 24-hour fitness room and its direct access to a metro station ensures fast easy connections to the city center and all major sites.
Location
Rosenheimer Strasse 15, Muenchen, Germany
Hotel Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Ice Machine
- Restaurant On-Site
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Currency Exchange
- Concierge desk
- Free WiFi
- Laundry Available
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Cable/Satellite
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Internet Access
- Complimentary Newspaper
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Television
- Hair Dryer
- Alarm Clock
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Room Service
- Coffee Maker
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Climate Control
- Window Opens
- Phone
Sheraton Arabellapark
First-Class
This sleek 446-room high-rise hotel close to the famous English Garden offers a choice of two restaurants serving market-fresh grill variations and healthy light Mediterranean fare. The stylish bar offers a variety of locally produced drinks, spirits, home made cakes and culinary delicacies and the Beer Garden offers the chance to indulge in some traditional Bavarian dishes and barbecued specialties (weather permitting). Leisure facilities include the city´s highest spa with panoramic views from the 23rd floor, a large wellness area including a heated swimming pool, Finnish sauna and steam bath. Free Wi-Fi access is available in the public areas; access in the rooms is subject to a fee (payable locally).
Location
Arabellastrasse 5, Muenchen, Germany
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Spa Services
- Luggage Storage
- Pool
- Parking/Valet
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Hot Tub
- Fitness Room
- Concierge desk
- Currency Exchange
- Laundry Available
Room Facilities
- Climate Control
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Window Opens
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Room Service
- Internet Access
- Voicemail
- Coffee Maker
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Mini-bar
- Pay Movies
Ramada Prague City Center
First-Class
Directly located on Wenceslas Square in the heart of the city center, this 98-room hotel offers Free Wi-Fi access and has a cozy café bar where a buffet breakfast is served with menu choices and a selection of drinks available throught the day.
Location
Vaclavske Namesti 820/41, Prague, Czech Republic
Hotel Facilities
- Currency Exchange
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Coffee Maker
- Window Opens
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Smoking Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Wake-Up Calls
- Mini-bar
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Air Conditioning
- Television
- Room Service
- Hair Dryer
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
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
- Laundry Available
- Concierge desk
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Fitness Room
- Free WiFi
- 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
Hilton Budapest City
Superior First-Class
This contemporary 230 room property offers modern luxury. Free Wi-Fi access is available in the hotel lobby and café. For relaxation there is a top floor fitness centre with panoramic views and a sauna. The main restaurant serves international food and Hungarian specialties and the cosmopolitan café has an outdoor terrace on which drinks and snacks can be enjoyed. The informal hotel bar has a good selection of beverages and cocktails.
Location
Vaci Ut 1-3, Budapest, Hungary
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Luggage Storage
- Currency Exchange
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Fitness Room
- Laundry Available
- Ice Machine
- Elevator
- Concierge desk
- ATM
- Gift Shop
Room Facilities
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Window Opens
- Phone
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Room Service
- In-Room Safe
- Smoking Rooms
- Voicemail
- Mini-bar
- Air Conditioning
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Pay Movies
- Cable/Satellite
- Alarm Clock
- Coffee Maker
- Internet Access
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
- Parking/Valet
- Fitness Room
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
- 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
Lindner Hotel Am Belvedere
First-Class
Viennese atmosphere modern style, set amid Imperial greenery at an attractive city-center location.
Location
Rennweg 12, Wien, Austria
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Parking/Valet
- Concierge desk
- Spa Services
- Fitness Room
- Laundry Available
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Bar/Lounge
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
- Voicemail
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Television
- Mini-bar
- In-Room Safe
- Phone
- Internet Access
Zeitgeist Hauptbahnof
First-Class
The Zeitgeist hotel in Vienna perfectly combines its central location, just 300 meters away from the main train station with top quality overnight stays. The 254 air conditioned rooms offer large windows and Free Wi-Fi access, there is an on-site fitness room, a restaurant-café-bar as well as 24 hour vending machines for snacks & drinks.
Location
15 Sonnwendgasse, Vienna, Austria
Hotel Facilities
- Luggage Storage
- Free WiFi
- Fitness Room
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Climate Control
- In-Room Safe
- Desk
- Voicemail
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Window Opens
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Internet Access
Imlauer Hotel Pitter Salzburg
Superior First-Class
Located in center of Salzburg, walking distance to Mirabell Gardens and Mirabell Palace - 15 minutes to WA Mozart Airport.
Location
Rainerstrasse 6-8, Salzburg, Austria
Hotel Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Luggage Storage
- Restaurant On-Site
- Ice Machine
- Hot Tub
- Currency Exchange
- Business Center
- Spa Services
- Elevator
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- In-Room Safe
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Mini-bar
- Television
- Phone
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Voicemail
Hotel NH Salzburg City
First-Class
Located in the heart of the city, near the Mirabell Gardens, this 140-room contemporary property has Free Wi-Fi internet access throughout, a restaurant serving a mix of Austrian and International dishes, a cocktail bar and a lovely outdoor terrace where drinks and snacks can be enjoyed in the summer.
Location
Franz-Josef-Strasse 26, Salzburg, Austria
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Laundry Available
- Free WiFi
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Climate Control
- Television
- Phone
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Internet Access
- Wake-Up Calls
- In-Room Safe
- Room Service
- Mini-bar
- Hair Dryer
