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European Imperial Cities Escorted/Hosted
Tours
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~ Prague, Vienna,
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Low season prices listed, Prices increase starting
in Apr. 2007 - Oct. 2007 |
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11-DAY/9-NIGHT IMPERIAL CITIES TOUR FROM
$2075. Includes Airfare from NYC. |
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Tour features:
Prague, Vienna, Budapest |
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DAY 1.
Thurs. - PRAGUE
: Depart today for Prague. |
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DAY 2.
Fri. PRAGUE: Upon
arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. A welcome dinner with
a folkloric show has been planned for tonight. (D) |
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DAY 3.
Sat.• PRAGUE:
A
morning sightseeing tour takes you to Old Town Square to view the
Astrological Clock, the Jewish Ghetto, St. Nicholas Church, Charles Bridge
and other interesting sights of this captivating city. The balance of the
day is at leisure. Tonight you will attend an opera performance. (B) |
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DAY 4.
Sun. • PRAGUE: Morning sightseeing tour takes us to the Royal Castle of Hradcany and St.
Vitus Cathedral. (B) |
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DAY 5.
Mon.• PRAGUE - VIENNA:
This morning, go south
into Austria. Your destination is Vienna, the stately capital. Tonight, a
typical “Heurigen” dinner awaits you in Grinzing. (B,D) |
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DAY 6.
Tues. • VIENNA: A
morning sightseeing tour features the Hofburg, once the seat of the
Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Belvedere Palace. We also view the Prater
amusement park, the UN building, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and other vivid
reminders of the city’s imperial history. This evening, you will attend a
concert. (B) |
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DAY 7.
Wed. VIENNA:
This morning, we
visit the renowned Kunsthistorische Museum. Your afternoon is at leisure to
explore this fascinating city on your own. (B) |
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DAY 8.
Thur.• VIENNA - BUDAPEST:
After breakfast, enjoy
the views of the Austrian and Hungarian countrysides, as you leave for
Budapest. Tonight enjoy a folkloric show or an opera performance. (B) |
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DAY 9.
Fri.• BUDAPEST:
Situated
on opposite banks of the Danube River, the former cities of Buda and Pest
are linked by a series of graceful bridges. Your morning sightseeing tour
includes the main attractions: Parliament, the Coronation Church, Hero’s
Square and Gellert Hill. The balance of the day is at leisure to explore
this exciting city on your own, shop for local handicrafts or take an
optional excursion to the picturesque surroundings. (B) |
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DAY 10.
Sat. • BUDAPEST:
A morning sightseeing
tour includes the Castle Hill area, Fisherman’s Bastion and the Royal
Palace. The afternoon is free. Dinner with entertainment in a typical csarda
restaurant is on tap this evening. (B,D) |
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DAY 11.
Sun.• BUDAPEST - USA:
After breakfast, you’ll be
transferred to the airport for your home-bound flight. (B) |
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FIRST-CLASS HOTELS:
Prague
- Ambassador; Vienna - Ananas; Budapets - Mercure Korona. am |
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DEPARTURES 2007:
Departures and prices not available until apprx end of November. |
INCLUDES:
• Round-trip
flights from NYC.
• Airport transfers.
• First-class hotels;
rooms with private facilities.
• Breakfast daily.
• Dinner with a folkloric
show in Prague.
• Dinner with
entertainment in Grinzing.
• Farewell dinner in a
typical csarda restaurant in Budapest.
• An opera performance in
Prague.ic show in
Prague.
• A Strauss & Mozart
concert in Vienna.
• A cultural performance in Budapest.
• Inter-city travel by modern motorcoach or first-class train.
• Professional Tour
Director throughout
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travel, the tour will only be escorted locally).
• Sightseeing tours, as
per itinerary. |
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9-NIGHT EUROPEAN CROWN TOUR FROM $1889.
Includes airfare from NYC |
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Tour features: Budapest, Vienna, Prague |
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Day 1, Mon Depart USA to Hungary. Your flight
includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for the journey |
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Day 2, Tues Arrive and transfer to your hotel.
Balance of the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and
orientation at your hotel (D): BUDAPEST |
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Day 3, Wed Your morning tour begins in Pest
and views the Parliament, Royal Palace, Heroes' Square and Market Hall.
Cross the Danube over the Elizabeth Bridge to the Buda Hills. Visit the
Citadel on Mount Gellert, then continue to the 13th century Matthias
Coronation Church on Castle Hill. From Fisherman's Bastion, enjoy a
magnificent panoramic view of the city. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure or
choose an optional excursion along the scenic Danube Bend. A short
distance from Budapest, visit the 14th century artists' colony of
Szentendre ($39). This evening, enjoy an optional Csarda dinner
including traditional Hungarian music and entertainment ($44) (B):
BUDAPEST |
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Day 4, Thurs Today, explore Budapest on your
own or select our optional morning Jewish interest tour including the
Small Synagogue, Fake Cemetery and Raoul Wallenberg Memorial. Continue
on a guided walk through the Pest Jewish area which includes the Dohaney
Synagogue, the Holocaust Memorial and the new Holocaust Museum ($44).
This afternoon, select an optional visit to the Parliament followed by a
cruise on the scenic Danube River ($49) (B): BUDAPEST |
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Day 5, Fri Depart Hungary and travel through
the Austrian countryside to Vienna, former center of the Hapsburg
Empire. Upon arrival, enjoy a short walking tour to the Jewish Museum
and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Balance the day at leisure (B): VIENNA |
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Day 6, Sat This morning, a sightseeing tour
begins with a view of Belvedere Palace and its gardens. Continue with a
drive along the famous Ring Strasse and view the Empress Maria Theresia
Monument, Votive Church, City Hall, Parliament and Prater amusement park
along with other landmarks of the city's imperial history. Conclude with
a walk through the Hofburg courtyards to the State Opera House. Balance
the day at leisure or choose an optional tour to visit Schonbrunn
Palace, the former summer residence of the Hapsburg family ($44). This
evening, if you wish, attend an optional Mozart and Strauss concert
($49) (B): VIENNA |
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Day 7, Sun This morning, depart for the Czech
Republic. Travel into Southern Bohemia to the charming 14th century town
of Telč. Enjoy a panoramic tour which includes the Renaissance Town
Square, the medieval city gates and hilltop Telč Castle. Continue to
Prague, "city of a hundred spires." Balance the day at leisure (B):
PRAGUE |
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Day 8, Mon A morning sightseeing tour of
Prague includes a visit to the Royal Castle at Hradčany, former
residence of the Bohemian kings. Enjoy magnificent views of the city and
Charles Bridge below. Visit St. Vitus Cathedral and view St. George's
Basilica and the Golden Lane. Continue to the Jewish Quarter and the Old
Town Square to view the famous Town Hall Astronomical Clock. Enjoy an
afternoon at leisure or join an optional in-depth tour of Jewish Prague
which includes the Jewish Museum, Altneu Shul, the Old Cemetery and the
Synagogues; Pinkas, Klaus, Maisel and Spanish ($49). This evening, enjoy
a dinner at a typical local restaurant (B, D): PRAGUE |
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Day 9, Tues Today, enjoy a full day at leisure
to explore Prague or choose an optional morning excursion to the
Bohemian Castle of Karlstejn. The castle was built 650 years ago by
Charles IV as a depository for the Roman Empire coronation jewels and
state documents ($44) (B): PRAGUE |
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Day 10, Wed Transfer to the airport for your
departure flight (B). TG |
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DEPARTURES 2007:
Apr. 9, 16, 23; May 7, 21, 28; Jun 11, 18; Jul 2, 16; Aug 20; Sep
3, 10, 17, 24; Oct 11, 15, 22; Nov 5 |
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Book by Dec. 15 and receive a discount price!
Departure taxes extra. |
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HOTELS: First class hotels |
INCLUDES:
• Flights NYC-Budapest, Prague-NYC
• 3 nights NH Budapest, Budapest
• 2 nights Holiday Inn, Vienna
• 3 nights Movinpick, Prague
• All transfers
• 10 meals. 8 breakfast, 2 dinners
• Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
• Services of English-speaking tour escort/manager throughout
• Services of local guides in all major cities
• Entrance fees per itinerary
• Departure taxes extra |
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6-NIGHT IMPERIAL CITIES TOURS FROM $1019.
Airfare Extra. |
| Tour features:
Vienna, Prague, Budapest |
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Day 1 Depart USA
to Hungary. Your flight includes meals, drinks and in-flight entertainment
for the journey |
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2, Mon Arrive in Budapest and transfer to your
hotel. Balance the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy a welcome drink and
orientation at your hotel: BUDAPEST |
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3, Tues Today, enjoy a city tour of Budapest
beginning in Pest and continuing to Parliament. View the Royal Palace,
Heroes' Square and Market Hall. Cross the Danube, over the Elizabeth Bridge,
to the Buda Hills. Visit the Citadel on Mount Gellert. From Fishermens'
Bastion, experience a magnificent panoramic view of the city. Balance the
day at leisure or choose an optional tour to go inside the Parliament and
the famous Dohany Synagogue ($49) (B): BUDAPEST |
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4, Wed Depart Hungary and travel through the
Austrian countryside to Vienna, former center of the Hapsburg Empire. Upon
arrival, enjoy a panoramic tour with views of the Hofburg and the former
Imperial Palace. Drive along the famous Ring Strasse. View the Opera House,
the monument of Empress Maria Theresia, the Votive Church, City Hall,
Belvedere Palace, Prater Amusement Park and St Stephen's Cathedral. This
evening, an optional concert is offered, featuring the music of Mozart and
Strauss ($49) (B): VIENNA |
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5, Thurs Enjoy a full day to explore Vienna
independently. Perhaps, choose an optional half day tour to visit the State
Rooms of Schonbrunn Palace ($39) (B): VIENNA |
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6, Fri This morning, depart for the Czech
Republic. Travel along the Blue Danube into Southern Bohemia to the charming
14th century town of Telč. Enjoy a panoramic tour which includes the
Renaissance Town Square, the medieval city gates and hilltop Telč Castle.
Continue to Prague, "city of a hundred spires." This evening, choose to view
the famous sites of Prague and stroll through the " Lesser Town " on a
romantic optional tour ($39) (B): PRAGUE |
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7, Sat A morning sightseeing tour of Prague
includes a visit to the Royal Castle District at Hradčany, former residence
of the Bohemian kings. Enjoy magnificent views of the city and Charles
Bridge below. Visit St. Vitus Cathedral and view St. George's Basilica. Walk
the famed Golden Lane where you will spot author Franz Kafka's house.
Continue to the Jewish Quarter and the Old Town Square to view the famous
Town Hall Astronomical Clock (B): PRAGUE |
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8, Sun Transfer to the airport for your departure
flight (B). |
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DEPARTURES 2007: Feb. 18, 25, Mar. 11, 18, 25 |
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HOTELS: First Class hotels: |
INCLUDES:
• 2 nights Prague
• 2 nights Budapest
• 2 nights Vienna
• Buffet breakfast daily 2 lunches 2 dinners
• Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
• Services of English-speaking tour escort/manager throughout
• Services of local guides in all major cities
• Round trip Vienna airport transfers
• Departure taxes extra |
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7-NIGHT IMPERIAL CITY FIRST CLASS HIGHLIGHTS
TOUR FROM $3199. Airfare Extra |
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Tour Features: Prague, Vienna,
Budapest |
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Day 1 Saturday:
Depart USA: Fly to Prague, capital of the Czech Republic. |
Days 2 & 3 Sunday,
Monday D, BD: Prague Castle/St. Vitus Cathedral
Stay in the heart of Prague, just off Wenceslas Square at the Five
Star Radisson SAS Alcron Hotel. This evening, meet your fellow
travelers at your get-acquainted reception and dinner. On Monday,
join your local guide on a stroll to the Old Town and Prague
Castle, a complex of medieval royal dwellings and chapels. St.
Vitus Cathedral, a Romanesque delight from the 14 th century, is
located here, as is the Golden Lane with its 400-year-old homes
and shops. The afternoon is free for your own pursuits, but your
Tour Manager takes anyone wishing to explore Josefov (the Old
Jewish Quarter) to visit the oldest synagogue in Europe and to see
the famous cemetery.
RADISSON SAS ALCRON HOTEL |
Days 4 & 5 Tuesday, Wednesday BD, B: Cesky Krumlov/Vienna, Austria
The quaint Bohemian countryside stretches to Cesky Krumlov, a
UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you explore the castle and old
town lanes. “The pearl of Bohemia,” Cesky Krumlov has a
wonderfully-preserved medieval atmosphere. Enter Austria and
arrive in Vienna, following the winding blue Danube by the
vineyards of the scenic Wachau Valley. On Wednesday, tour Vienna’s
Imperial Hofburg Palace to see the Hapsburg Crown Jewels. Walk to
St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Opera and drive around the
Ringstrasse. Visit Schonbrunn Palace to see a few of its 1411
rooms! Both Maria Theresa and Marie Antoinette lived here, and
Mozart began his career in its halls. This evening, enjoy the
Vienna Hofburg Orchestra performing works of Johann Strauss.
HOTEL SACHER WIEN |
Day 6 Thursday BD: Vienna/Budapest, Hungary
Your morning is at leisure in Vienna and your hotel is on the
Kartnerstrasse, the pedestrian street in the heart of the city.
Then travel through Hungary to Budapest, the “Queen of the
Danube.” Your hotel is deluxe, a few steps from the Danube River
and in the center of the shopping district.
KEMPSINKI HOTEL CORVINUS
BUDAPEST |
Days 7 & 8 Friday,
Saturday BD: Budapest sightseeing/Free time
Friday is devoted to exploring Budapest, which sprawls
majestically along both sides of the Danube. See Gellert Hill,
Fisherman’s Bastion, the Royal Palace, and Coronation Church and
visit the Parliament, located along the river in a setting you’ll
never forget. A fun-filled evening includes Hungarian folklore
entertainment. Saturday is free to enjoy as you wish. Like so many
European cities, Budapest is made for strolling. You could head
for the inner city’s pedestrian shopping area or art lovers may
decide to see the collection of Old Masters at the Museum of Fine
Art. Your farewell dinner is at Gundel, where Hungarian delicacies
and gypsy music blend to make a memorable evening.
KEMPINSKI HOTEL CORVINUS
BUDAPEST |
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Day 9 Sunday B: Conclude Budapest. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home. You
might consider combining this itinerary with our program, as
departures dovetail, for a comprehensive trip exploring Europe’s
old-world elegance. mp |
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DEPARTURES 2007:
May 26; Jun 16; Sept 15; Oct 06 |
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HOTELS: Specific hotels are listed in
itinerary: |
INCLUDES:
| *2 nights at the Radisson SAS Alcron Hotel in
Prague |
| *2 nights at the Hotel Sacher Wien in Vienna
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| *3 nights at the Kempinski Hotel Corvinus
Budapest |
| *7 breakfasts, 6 dinners
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| *Visit Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral and
old Jewish Quarter in Prague |
| *Explore the Bohemian countryside of the Czech
Republic |
| *See a UNESCO site--Cesky Krumlov's old town
and castle |
| *Visit Vienna's Hofburg Palace and Schonbrunn
Palace |
| *Enjoy works by Strauss performed by the
Vienna Hofburg Orchestra |
| *Spend three days in Budapest to see
Fisherman's Bastion, Royal Palace, *Visit Parliament Building
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| *Enjoy dinner at Gundel in Budapest |
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8-DAY/ 6-NIGHT HOLIDAY IN PRAGUE & VIENNA. Includes Airfare from NYC |
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Tour features: Prague, Vienna |
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DAY 1.
USA/PRAGUE
Departure on your overnight transatlantic flight to Prague with meals enroute. |
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DAY 2 - FRIDAY – PRAGUE (D): Arrival
today at the Prague airport where you will be met and transferred to your
hotel. Dinner in a local restaurant with folklore. |
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DAY 3 - SATURDAY - PRAGUE (B):
Tour into the old part of the city to view: the Old Town
Square, the Astronomical Clock, the Jewish Ghetto, St. Nicholas Church,
Charles Bridge. and other sights of this captivating city. The balance of
the day is at leisure. Evening visit to an Opera performance |
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DAY 4 - SUN - PRAGUE (B): A
morning sightseeing tour takes us to the Royal Castle of Hradcany and St.
Vitus Cathedral. Afternoon at leisure. |
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DAY 5 - MON – PRAGUE/VIENNA (B, D):
Travel to Vienna, the “City of Waltz” (by motor coach or
First class train). Arrival to your hotel. Dinner in a local heurigan
restaurant. Overnight. |
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DAY 6 - TUE - VIENNA (B): Our
morning sightseeing tour features the Hofburg, once the seat of the
Austro-Hungarian Empire, the Belvedere Palace, views of Prater amusement
park, UN buildings, St. Stephen's Cathedral and other vivid reminders of the
city's imperial history. Afternoon free. Evening concert of Strauss and
Mozart |
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DAY 7 - WED -
VIENNA (B): Morning guided visit to Kunst-Historishe Museum.
Afternoon free. |
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DAY 8 - THU –
VIENNA/USA (B) |
| HOTELS: Prague -
Ambassador, Vienna - Ananas, Budapest - Mercure
Korona |
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DEPARTURES 2007:
Departures and prices not available until apprx end of October or
later. |
INCLUDES:
* Roundtrip transatlantic air (if applicable) based on New York departure
* 3 nights in deluxe hotel in Vienna
* 3 nights in deluxe hotel in Prague
* Buffet breakfast daily
* Arrival transfer (Driver & English speaking guide)
* airport transfers
* opera, ballet or classical music concert in
Vienna & Prague
* English speaking assistance upon arrival
* Tax & service charge. Airport departure tax additional |
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11-DAY/9-NIGHT BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY FROM $1336.
Airfare Extra. |
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Tour features: Prague, Vienna,
Budapest |
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DAY 1 - BOARD YOUR
OVERNIGHT TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT. (not included) |
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DAY 2 -
ARRIVE IN PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC.
you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The balance of the day is
free to begin exploring on your own. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers for
a Welcome Dinner in a local restaurant and a folklore performance. (D) |
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DAY 3 -
PRAGUE.
The city today is a wonder to behold, with beautiful architecture,
lush green hills, and graceful bridges spanning the Vltava River.
Sightseeing in the Golden City reveals why Prague is considered one of the
most beautiful cities in Europe. Today, visit the old part of the city to
view the Old Town Square, the famous Astronomical Clock, the Jewish Quarter,
St. Nicholas Church, Charles Bridge and more. The afternoon is free to
relax, shop or explore on your own. Tonight, enjoy an opera performance. (B) |
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DAY 4 - PRAGUE (B): Cross
the Vltava River to visit royal Prague Castle.With a history dating back to
the 9th century, having survived fires and wars, and after many additions
and reconstructions, this is considered to be the largest inhabited fortress
in the world. Within the castle grounds stands gothic St. Vitus Cathedral.
It took almost six centuries to build this magnificent edifice, the
largest church in Prague and its spiritual heart. The cathedral holds the
tombs of St. Wenceslaus, St. Vitus,and St. Adalbert, the countrys patron
saints, as well as Czech kings, princes and noblemen. After sightseeing
here, your afternoon and evening are at leisure to shop or relax. (B) |
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DAY 5-
PRAGUE / VIENNA, AUSTRIA.
Travel by motorcoach or first class train to Vienna, the
romantic City of Music. The balance of the day is free. Dinner tonight is in
a typical Heurigen restaurant - a pub where local wine growers sell their
wares. (B,D) |
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DAY 6 -
VIENNA. See
the city on a sightseeing tour featuring Hofburg Palace, once the seat of
the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and views of Belvedere Palace, Prater amusement
park, the UN buildings, St. Stephens Cathedral and more. After a free
afternoon, enjoy an evening concert of Strauss and Mozarts music. (B) |
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DAY 7 -
VIENNA. Take a guided visit to the Kunsthistorische
Museum this morning. This museum houses one of the worlds greatest
collections of the old masters. The balance of the day is free to explore
delightful Vienna on your own. (B) |
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DAY 8 -
VIENNA / BUDAPEST, HUNGARY.
Journey eastward by motorcoach or first class train to Budapest, often
called the Paris of the East. This afternoon is free for independent
activities or optional excursions. Your Tour Director will have suggestions
to help you plan your time. (B) |
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BUDAPEST. Charming and
beautiful, the city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987.
Morning sightseeing includes views of the decorative Parliament building,
seat of the National Assembly; Vaci Utca, a pedestrian street lined with
shops and restaurants; the 13th century Matthias Coronation Church; Heros
Square with the millenial monument, 118 foot high corinthian column
dedicated to the Roman Catholic Church, and the Tomb of the Unknown Solider;
and Gellert Hill with the imposing Citadel at its peak. The balance of the
day is at leisure. (B) |
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BUDAPEST. Sightseeing
this morning focuses on the Castle Hill area, Fishermans Bastion and the
Royal Palace. Your afternoon is free for last minute shopping and
exploration. Enjoy dinner in a typical Csarda restaurant Hungarian for a
village pub or tavern with entertainment. (B,D) |
| DAY 11 -
DEPART BUDAPEST. After
breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your homebound flight. (B). BD |
| HOTELS: Prague -
Ambassador, Vienna - Ananas, Budapest - Mercure
Korona |
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DEPARTURES 2007:
Jan. 19; Feb 16; Mar 02, 23; Apr 06, 20; May 04, 18; Jun 01, 15,
29; Jul 13, 27; Aug 10, 24; Sep 07, 21; Oct 05, 19; Nov 02, 16, 30; Dec 14 |
INCLUDES:
| *3 nights at the Ambassador
(F) |
| *3 nights at the
Ananas (F) or Kummer (F) |
| *3 nights at the
Mercure Corona (F) |
| *9 breakfasts (B) and 3
dinners (D) at local restaurants, including a special
Welcome Dinner with folklore performance in Prague |
| *Travel Prague / Vienna /
Budapest by motorcoach or First Class train |
| *Sightseeing with local
guides: Prague, Vienna, Budapest |
| *Special features: Opera
performance, Prague Castle, Hofburg Palace, Strauss and
Mozart concert, Kunsthistorische Museum and Fishermans
Bastion |
| *Twin-bedded rooms in hotels
listed or similar; hotel taxes, service charges and tips for
baggage handling |
| *flight bag and portfolio of
travel documents |
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