Day 1
Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in Germany on a bed and breakfast basis.
Day 2
We continue on to our hotel in the Czech Republic’s capital of Prague, our base for two nights with dinner included.
Day 3 – Prague
We explore Prague with a guided tour this morning. Prague is one of Europe’s most impressive capitals, thanks to its grand squares, imposing Charles Bridge, Old Town, charming Astronomical Clock in the Old Town Square and Prague Castle, perched high above the city and reckoned to be the largest ancient castle in the world. After our tour, there’s time for a leisurely afternoon in the city and a chance to sample the local cuisine with an evening meal at one of Prague’s excellent restaurants (not included).
Day 4
We depart Prague and head to Austria and our hotel in Vienna where we stay for the next three nights. Tonight we enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Day 5 – Vienna
We discover the historical city of Vienna with a guided tour. Straddling the banks of the Danube, Vienna is an undisputed centre of art and culture in Europe and is famous for its grand buildings and squares, museums, opera houses and theatres. Principal sights include the Hofburg Palace and the Museum Quarter. After our tour, we have time to enjoy the city at our own pace. Tonight, dinner is taken at a Viennese Heuriger (wine tavern) with wine and live music included.
Day 6 – Budapest
Today we travel south east to Hungary for an excursion to its capital, Budapest. This beautiful and dynamic city is made up of two parts, Buda and Pest, perched opposite each other with the majestic River Danube flowing between. We enjoy a guided tour of the city, seeing all the famous landmarks including Castle Hill, St Stephen’s Basilica and the grandiose Parliament building before taking some time at leisure to explore the city at large and choose a restaurant for an early dinner (not included). Later, we travel back to our hotel in Vienna.
Day 7
We depart Vienna, travelling back to our hotel in Prague, with dinner included.
Day 8
Travel to our overnight hotel in Germany, stopping en-route in Nuremberg. A light evening meal is included tonight.
Day 9
Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.