DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for the Czech Republic
Depart for the Czech Republic

DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Prague
Arrive in the "Golden" city of Prague and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure in Prague, considered one of Europe's most attractive cities. The historic city center has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manger at approximately 6 PM, followed by a light dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Thursday - Tour of Prague
Begin the day with a walking tour of Prague to the picturesque Lesser Town (Malá Strana) also known as the Little Quarter, with its ancient burgher houses and quaint side streets. Admire breathtaking views as you cross the Charles Bridge, one of Europe's oldest stone bridges, to the Old Town, the medieval center of Prague. Explore the cobbled streets around Old Town Square and stroll into the Jewish Quarter, once the largest Jewish ghetto in Europe. View the white stucco St. Nicholas Church, the world-famous Astronomical Clock, and Town Hall. The rest of the day is at leisure or join the optional afternoon tour to the hilltop Prague Castle complex, former residence of Bohemian kings and to the magnificent St. Vitus Cathedral, where kings were crowned. Experience spectacular vistas of the entire city below. This evening, dinner is at a popular local restaurant
Optional: Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral (PM)
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 4, Friday - Morning in Regensburg, Travel to Munich
Morning drive from Prague to Regensburg in Germany. Time at leisure discovering the delights of the pretty city of Regensburg on the Danube, one of Germany's largest and best preserved medieval cities designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at beautiful churches and one of the oldest stone bridges crossing the River. Later, head for the Bavarian capital, Munich, where dinner awaits
Overnight: Munich
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5, Saturday - City Tour of Munich
The discovery of Munich begins with a drive past the Olympic Stadium situated in the heart of Olympia Park, the main venue for the 1972 Summer Olympics. On to breathtaking Nymphenburg Palace and Park, with its gorgeous Baroque facade, once the summer residence of the rulers of Bavaria. Driving through the city, you'll see countless museums, galleries, palaces and historic monuments. Arrive at Marienplatz Square, a cultural center of the city, dominated by the Gothic New Town Hall housing Munich's world-famous Glockenspiel, dating back to 1908. This colorful mechanical clock has life-size figures that dance to music with shows several times a day. Afterward, spend leisure time, or participate in the optional tour to fairytale Linderhof Palace, built by "mad" King Ludwig II and Oberammergau, famous for its passion play
Optional: Linderhof & Oberammergau Tour (AM)
Overnight: Munich
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6, Sunday - Salzburg City Tour
Drive to magical Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart. A guided walking tour takes you to the house where Mozart was born, as well as to the squares and gardens of this beautiful city, crowned by the 11th century Hohensalzburg Fortress. The city, also known as home of the singing von Trapp family, was the setting for the Sound of Music film. Time to walk the lovely lanes filled with delightful shops and cafes. This afternoon, perhaps join the optional tour to Hitler's notorious "Eagle's Nest."* Tonight, have dinner at the hotel*The Eagle's Nest Tour and Austrian Alps & Sound of Music Tour operate simultaneously. Passengers may opt to participate in only one of these tours
Optional: Eagle's Nest Tour (PM)
Optional: Austrian Alps & Sound of Music Tour (PM)
Overnight: Salzburg
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 7, Monday - Lake Cruise, Vienna
Travel east to the impressive Salzkammergut area (Lake District), with a total of 76 lakes, known as one of the most stunning regions in the heart of Austria. Depart from the village of St. Wolfgang on a peaceful lake cruise, admiring the beautiful villages, breathtaking mountains and crystal clear waters. Afterwards, continue to glorious Vienna, Austria's capital city. Tonight, opportunity to experience a not to be missed optional classical Viennese recital performance of the masterpieces of Mozart and Strauss
Optional: Mozart and Strauss Recital (PM)
Overnight: Vienna
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8, Tuesday - Tour of Vienna
This sparkling city on the Danube has captivated travelers for years with its elegant shops, world-class museums, beautiful parks and gardens. Begin today's tour at the impressive Schonbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburg emperors. Visit the opulent Baroque apartments and stroll through the world-famous manicured gardens. Continue with a drive along the renowned Ringstrasse, Vienna's main boulevard. View the Empress Maria Theresia Monument, Votive Church, City Hall and Parliament. Next, walk through the Hofburg courtyards to the State Opera House. The rest of the day is at leisure or join the optional tour to the Austrian State Library & Belvedere Palace. Be sure to stop at a café to sample the famous Viennese Sacher torte before returning to the hotel. Tonight, join the optional tour to a restaurant in the Austrian countryside
Optional: Austrian State Library & Belvedere Palace (PM)
Optional: Austrian Country Dinner (PM)
Overnight: Vienna
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9, Wednesday - Budapest City Tour
Cross the border into Hungary and continue to Budapest, its capital city. Get acquainted with this diverse city on the afternoon tour that begins on the Pest side. View the iconic Parliament building, Heroes' Square and Városliget, the adjoining city park, created to commemorate the 1000th anniversary of the Magyar conquest of Hungary. Cross over the Elizabeth Bridge to the Buda hills to see the Royal Palace, 13th century Matthias Church and the graceful medieval architecture along the cobbled streets. From Fisherman's Bastion, admire breathtaking panoramic views of the entire city. Explore the city's chic shops and cafes this afternoon on your own. Tonight, attend the optional Danube River Cruise that also includes dinner
Optional: Danube Dinner Cruise (PM)
Overnight: Budapest
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 10, Thursday - Full Day in Budapest
An entire day to discover the delights of Budapest independently. Visit one of the unique museums, or pamper yourself at one of Europe's best old-world spas. Perhaps, take the optional half day tour of the richly decorated Parliament building, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Market Hall. Tonight, dinner is at a local restaurant
Optional: Parliament, St. Stephen's & Great Market Hall (AM)
Overnight: Budapest
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 11, Friday - Depart Hungary
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast

Please Note: Land Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.