41 Trips found for "valley of the flowers"

• See the classic Polish cities of Wroclaw and Krakow and feel the emotional wallop of a sobering visit to nearby Auschwitz.
• Immerse yourself in the history, architecture and bohemian vibes of the Czech Republic. Step right into a fairytale in the World Heritage-listed town of Cesky Krumlov before soaking up the smooth sounds of jazz at a low-lit bar in Prague.
• Hike in the picturesque Tatra Mountains and traverse the steep slopes via funicular, gondola and electric steam train.
• Sample the famous Hungarian 'bulls blood' in Eger, the wine that supposedly gave the Hungarian army supernatural strength during their battle against the Ottoman Empire.
• Learn spooky stories while travelling through beautiful Transylvania, famous for its medieval fortified churches and as the birthplace of the inspiration for the world's most famous vampire, Dracula.

• Sample the famous Hungarian 'Bulls’ Blood' in Eger – the wine that supposedly gave the Hungarian army supernatural strength during their battle against the Ottoman Empire.
• Experience peasant life on a full-day tour through the countryside of Maramures – Romania's most traditional and colourful region. Don't be surprised if you see horse-drawn carts along the road!
• Learn spooky stories in Transylvania – the birthplace of the world's most famous vampire, Dracula. Then visit Bran Castle in Brasov – the inspiration for Dracula’s home.
• Enjoy a homestay with a local family in the Saxon town of Viscri, exposing you to Romanian hospitality and some delicious home-cooked food.
• Delve into the communist past and the thriving, artistic present-day of Bucharest – a city often underrated by travellers but offering heaps of sights, sounds and smells to be explored.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Humana. Donations help provide job opportunities and education programs in sustainable fashion and textiles for people with disabilities.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• INCLUDED 2-DAY/1-NIGHT EXTENSION:
  • Lake Balaton and Varazdin
  • Visit to the Tihany Peninsula
  • One night's accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Balatonfüred
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Kopacki Rit Nature Park and Osijek
  • The medieval city of Ilok
  • The contrasting capitals of Belgrade and Zagreb

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Discover 6 countries and diverse cultures
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED: 
  • The valley along the Rusenski Lom River and the fascinating rock-hewn churches of Ivanovo
  • Ruse, one of the largest Bulgarian ports—a perfect blend of Bulgarian, Romanian, and Austrian cultures
  • Constanta, a multi-cultural seaside city

• Travel like the royals of old on our grand eastern European river cruises combining Amsterdam to Budapest by Riverboat with Budapest to the Black Sea to create an unforgettable 25-day experience through the heart of Europe. This remarkable voyage virtually links the North Sea to the Black Sea via the Danube
• Main and Rhine rivers
• taking you through the Netherlands
• Germany
• Austria
• Slovakia
• Hungary
• Croatia
• Serbia
• Bulgaria and Romania. Glide past grand cathedrals
• medieval monasteries
• and historic citadels – as well as through the Main-Danube Canal and the Iron Gate of the Danube. Tauck's private
• inclusive shore excursions take in many UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• and in-depth exploration of cities including Amsterdam
• Köln
• Vienna
• Bratislava
• Budapest
• Belgrade and Bucharest. It's the ultimate European river cruise... with the Tauck Difference!

• Travel like the royals of old on our grand eastern European river cruises combining Amsterdam to Budapest by Riverboat with Budapest to the Black Sea to create an unforgettable 25-day experience through the heart of Europe. This remarkable voyage virtually links the North Sea to the Black Sea via the Danube
• Main and Rhine rivers
• taking you through the Netherlands
• Germany
• Austria
• Slovakia
• Hungary
• Croatia
• Serbia
• Bulgaria and Romania. Glide past grand cathedrals
• medieval monasteries
• and historic citadels – as well as through the Main-Danube Canal and the Iron Gate of the Danube. Tauck's private
• inclusive shore excursions take in many UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• and in-depth exploration of cities including Amsterdam
• Köln
• Vienna
• Bratislava
• Budapest
• Belgrade and Bucharest. It's the ultimate European river cruise... with the Tauck Difference!

• When your road is the Danube
• it's enchanting... Hungary
• Austria
• Slovakia
• and Germany are linked by peaceful river landscapes dotted with storybook castles and romantic villages surrounded by stone terraced vineyards
• where making world-class wines – and tasting them! – is an art.

  A wonderfully preserved medieval castle and town in the Czech Carpathian mountains are as awe-inspiring as the palaces and museums of Imperial Vienna. As you cruise from port to port

• explore the cobblestone streets and market squares in the Old Towns of Budapest
• Bratislava
• Cesky Krumlov
• Grein
• and Passau
• each offering unexpected cultural treasures and culinary pleasures around every bend. And the pièce de résistance – a Tauck Exclusive gala evening with music and dancing at a private palace conjures up elegant Old World Europe just for Tauck guests!

• When your road is the Danube
• it's enchanting... Hungary
• Austria
• Slovakia
• and Germany are linked by peaceful river landscapes dotted with storybook castles and romantic villages surrounded by stone terraced vineyards
• where making world-class wines – and tasting them! – is an art.

  A wonderfully preserved medieval castle and town in the Czech Carpathian mountains are as awe-inspiring as the palaces and museums of Imperial Vienna. As you cruise from port to port

• explore the cobblestone streets and market squares in the Old Towns of Budapest
• Bratislava
• Cesky Krumlov
• Grein
• and Passau
• each offering unexpected cultural treasures and culinary pleasures around every bend. And the pièce de résistance – a Tauck Exclusive gala evening with music and dancing at a private palace conjures up elegant Old World Europe just for Tauck guests!

• Cruise along the River Danube from Budapest to Amsterdam on an amazing journey past grand cathedrals
• medieval monasteries
• castles and vineyards... Pass through five countries including the Netherlands
• Germany
• Austria
• Slovakia
• and Hungary
• and explore legendary cities such as Amsterdam
• Vienna
• Köln
• Nürnberg
• Bratislava and Budapest. Tauck's all-included private shore excursions take you to many UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• including the historic districts of Budapest
• Vienna
• and Bamberg
• and the Wachau and Rhine valleys. In Vienna
• take your choice of visits to Schönbrunn Palace or the Sisi Museum at the Hofburg
• and attend a grand Imperial Evening in a traditional palace. In Amsterdam
• tour the famed Rijksmuseum. Visit Köln Cathedral
• Melk Abbey
• medieval towns like Regensburg
• Budapest's Heroes' Square and much more!

• Cruise along the River Danube from Budapest to Amsterdam on an amazing journey past grand cathedrals
• medieval monasteries
• castles and vineyards... Pass through five countries including the Netherlands
• Germany
• Austria
• Slovakia
• and Hungary
• and explore legendary cities such as Amsterdam
• Vienna
• Köln
• Nürnberg
• Bratislava and Budapest. Tauck's all-included private shore excursions take you to many UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• including the historic districts of Budapest
• Vienna
• and Bamberg
• and the Wachau and Rhine valleys. In Vienna
• take your choice of visits to Schönbrunn Palace or the Sisi Museum at the Hofburg
• and attend a grand Imperial Evening in a traditional palace. In Amsterdam
• tour the famed Rijksmuseum. Visit Köln Cathedral
• Melk Abbey
• medieval towns like Regensburg
• Budapest's Heroes' Square and much more!

• 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
• 9 Breakfast (B)
• 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
• 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
• Budapest: Join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian Be My Guest dinner and the story of their winery.
• Vienna: Enjoy a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the largest art museum in Austria, to view the Royal Collection before the general public has access.
• Prague: Led by your Local Specialist, explore the delightful Old Town Square and see the detailed Astronomical Clock that attracts onlookers each hour.
• Bratislava: Explore Bratislava's city centre. Take a walk through the charming squares and see the iconic Michael Tower.
• Vienna: Walk through the first district, Inner Stadt, as your Local Specialist reveals the historic core of the city. Tour the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
• Esztergom: Spend the day enjoying the scenic landscapes of Esztergom.
• Vienna: Take in the wonderful views along the Danube Bend.
• Budapest: Spend the day basking in the iconic views of Budapest.
• Vienna: Stop for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at an inclusive café.
• : VIP Admission to the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna
• : Explore Prague, Vienna and Budapest with a Local Specialist
• : Visit St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague, and the old Hungarian capital of Esztergom
• : View the Castle and Old Town of Bratislava, the Hofburg Palace and Imperial Boulevards of Vienna and the Parliament Building in Budapest
• : See St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Opera House in Vienna
• : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• : Optional Experiences and free time

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• A passionate encounter with history, tradition and culture
• 3 days in Budapest exploring its many faces
• Cruise through the Wachau Valley, one of the most splendid regions along the Danube
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • The wild Puszta plain
  • Tradition and culture in Vienna
  • Gödöllö Palace, summer residence of Sissi Empress and Artstetten Castle

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Discover the greatest cities along the Danube
• The idyllic landscapes of the Wachau Valley
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Imperial Vienna and Schoenbrunn Palace, the former summer residence for the Hapsburg monarchs, with splendid gardens and lavish rooms
  • Budapest, 2000 years of history

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• From the Austrian capital to the Pannonian steppe grasslands, experience everything the Danube has to offer
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • The Puszta, at the heart of the wild Hungarian grasslands
  • Budapest, the vibrant, modern Hungarian capital with an affluent past
  • Evening of entertainment in Budapest with traditional costumes and dance
  • A local view of Vienna and a visit to the Konzerthaus, one of the city's impressive concert halls(2)

• Soak up the royal history of Krakow's Wawel Castle and step back in time with a stroll through the city's medieval main square.
• Immerse yourself in the history, architecture and bohemian vibes of the Czech Republic. Soak up the smooth sounds of jazz at a low-lit bar in Prague before stepping right into a fairytale in the World Heritage-listed town of Cesky Krumlov.
• Enjoy a scenic walk along the banks of the River Danube in Budapest. Threaded with bridges and hemmed in by castles and historic city buildings, Europe’s second longest river is also one of its most beautiful.
• Hike in the picturesque Tatra Mountains and traverse the steep slopes via funicular, gondola and electric steam train.
• Wander through Belgrade’s Bohemian quarter and grand 19th-century boulevards, before launching yourself into its animated nightlife.

• Stay in old-school style while supporting a social cause during your time in Vienna. The city’s quirky Magdas Hotel is committed to helping local refugees earn a living through employment.
• Embark on a hike through the lesser known but no less stunning Tatra Mountains in Slovakia. With a range of trails available, you’ll be high above the valley floor admiring the vistas in no time.
• See the classic Polish cities of Wroclaw and Krakow and feel the emotional wallop of a sobering visit to nearby Auschwitz.
• Discover the magical Cesky Krumlov on a guided tour around town with your small group, passing by medieval buildings, verdant countryside and the flowing Vltava River.
• Get the low-down on Budapest’s classic charm, café culture, and eclectic neighbourhood vibes during your time here. Have you actually been to Budapest if you didn’t go to a ruin bar?
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.

• Sip the famous Croatian Traminac Premium wine at a wine tasting at a 15th century family-run vineyard in quaint Ilok
• Witness Mostar's famous bridge divers hurl themselves from the stones of a bridge that has spanned the river here for centuries
• Sarajevo is one of the most scenically located cities in Europe. See the sights on a guided walking tour and learn about its recent history as a city under siege
• Spend a full day exploring the green island of Mljet – with its small seaside villages, lush national park trails, shimmering waters and largely untouched environment, you’ll never want to leave!

• Cross the Chain Bridge in Budapest – known as the Pearl of the Danube – and take the funicular up to Buda Castle for beautiful views over Pest.
• After exploring the 15th-century family-run vineyard, sip the famous Croatian Traminac Premium wine at an included wine tasting in quaint Ilok – this wine was served at the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II!
• Wander through Belgrade’s Bohemian quarter and grand 19th-century boulevards before launching into its animated nightlife. Then, take a day trip to the artists’ haven of Zemun.
• Witness Mostar's famous bridge divers hurl themselves from the stones of a bridge that has spanned the river for centuries and visit Tito's bunker – one of the best-kept secrets in former Yugoslavia.
• See the sights on a guided walking tour of scenic Sarajevo and learn about its recent history as a city under siege. Then, take a long drive to the stunning Durmitor National Park.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Humana Zagreb. Donations help provide job opportunities and education programs in sustainable fashion and textiles for people with disabilities.

• Take in some of Germany’s best views from the heights of Bastei – a towering sandstone formation home to a medieval castle.
• Immerse yourself in the bohemian vibes of the Czech Republic, soak up the smooth sounds of jazz at a low-lit bar in Prague and sample locally made pilsners.
• With plenty of free time in classic Vienna and vibrant Budapest, whether you end up eating Sacher torte in a neighbourhood cafe or downing a couple of local brews in a ruin bar is totally up to you!
• From the arts district and museums to the unmatched cafe culture and leafy parks, Amsterdam has it all. Maybe grab a bike and see the city the way the locals do.
• Find the best Belgium fries in Brussels and wander the incredible façade of the Grand Palace as you get lost in the quaint city streets.