82 Trips found for "valley of the flowers"

• 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!

• Both the young and young at heart delight aboard a weeklong Danube river cruise filled with European holiday festivities onboard and ashore... Your family will discover Europe's time-honored holiday traditions in historic cities and towns along the Danube featuring the sights
• flavors
• and music of the season. Sightseeing is designed for all generations to enjoy together – in Oberndorf
• home of 'Silent Night'… at Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna and magnificent Melk Abbey... in Old Town Bratislava with medieval games and a scavenger hunt… and in Budapest
• 'the Pearl of the Danube.' And you'll toast the season during a Tauck Exclusive evening at a private palace in Vienna with dinner
• a performance
• and a waltzing lesson! 

• Both the young and young at heart delight aboard a weeklong Danube river cruise filled with European holiday festivities onboard and ashore... Your family will discover Europe's time-honored holiday traditions in historic cities and towns along the Danube featuring the sights
• flavors
• and music of the season. Sightseeing is designed for all generations to enjoy together – in Oberndorf
• home of 'Silent Night'… at Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna and magnificent Melk Abbey... in Old Town Bratislava with medieval games and a scavenger hunt… and in Budapest
• 'the Pearl of the Danube.' And you'll toast the season during a Tauck Exclusive evening at a private palace in Vienna with dinner
• a performance
• and a waltzing lesson! 

• Selected as one of the '10 Best River Cruises' by Fodor's Travel... there is no better way to experience the heart of Europe with your family than on a leisurely Tauck Bridges Danube river tour and cruise aboard one of Tauck's custom-designed riverboats. Unpack only once as you travel from Munich
• Germany to Austria
• Slovakia and Budapest
• Hungary
• with shore excursions specially designed for families. Play medieval games on a visit to Devin Castle in Slovakia. Visit Schönbrunn Palace
• which Empress Maria Theresa and her daughter Marie Antoinette once called home. Go bicycling along the Danube and discover magical secrets – and The Sound of Music locations – at Schloss Hellbrunn in Salzburg. End your family's fun Danube River tour in Bratislava
• Slovakia with a scavenger hunt through Old Town!

• Selected as one of the '10 Best River Cruises' by Fodor's Travel... there is no better way to experience the heart of Europe with your family than on a leisurely Tauck Bridges Danube river tour and cruise aboard one of Tauck's custom-designed riverboats. Unpack only once as you travel from Munich
• Germany to Austria
• Slovakia and Budapest
• Hungary
• with shore excursions specially designed for families. Play medieval games on a visit to Devin Castle in Slovakia. Visit Schönbrunn Palace
• which Empress Maria Theresa and her daughter Marie Antoinette once called home. Go bicycling along the Danube and discover magical secrets – and The Sound of Music locations – at Schloss Hellbrunn in Salzburg. End your family's fun Danube River tour in Bratislava
• Slovakia with a scavenger hunt through Old Town!

• 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.

• Zagreb: Your Local Expert guides you this two-tiered capital. Explore Donji Grad, the Lower Town, and see the Mimara Art Museum in Roosevelt Square, Ban Josip Jelacic Square and the cathedral.
• Zagreb: Ride the funicular to Gornji Grad, the medieval Upper Town, to view the former Presidential Palace, Stone Gate, St. Mark's Church and the Lotrščak Tower.
• Postojna Cave: Enter by mini-train into these world-famous cave systems, before walking through an illuminated fairyland of stalactites and stalagmites.
• Ljubljana: Explore this elegant capital with your Local Expert, to see the castle City Hall, Cathedral of St Nicholas and Triple Bridge.
• Graz: See the UNESCO World Heritage listed historic city center on your orientation with your Travel Director.
• Bratislava: Join your Local Expert for an exploration of the city center. Enjoy the vistas form the Bratislava Castle then take a walk in the charming Old Town among 19th century palaces and see the Slovak National Theater, Michael’s Gate and the Old Town Hall.
• Bratislava: An avid foodie takes you around the market on a Christmas food tour.
• Vienna: A private, guided exploration of Schönbrunn Palace will have all your senses tingling. Stand beneath frescoed ceilings, crystal chandeliers and gilded Rococo frames where Mozart performed as a child prodigy.
• Vienna: Walk through the first district, Inner Stadt, as your Local Expert reveals why this is the historic core of the city. You will also tour the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
• Salzburg: With a Local Expert, see Mozart's family home and the 500-year-old Christmas Market in front of the cathedral. You'll also view the Hohensalzburg fortress and see Residenz Fountain when you spend some time in the Old Town.
• Innsbruck: Nestled amidst majestic mountains, Innsbruck is a beautiful city offering a unique combination of nature, history, and culture. Stroll the streets of the picturesque Old Town, with your Travel Director, learn about its history and admire the Baroque and Gothic architecture.
• Innsbruck: Visit the magical Swarovski Crystal Worlds. This attraction features installations by international artists, designers and architects who have interpreted the crystals in their own ways.
• Innsbruck: Meet your coachman and enjoy a delightful horse-drawn carriage ride, surrounded by the mountains and valleys of Tyrol.
• Oberammergau: Explore the town and see the theater where the Passion Play has been performed since 1634.
• Munich: During your orientation of the city with your Travel Director, see Feldherrnhalle in the Odeonsplatz, the Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, the English Garden, the Hofbräuhaus, St. Peter's Church and the famous Marienplatz.
• Salzburg: Visit the house where Mozart was born in 1756. Enjoy a pianoforte demonstration and examine letters, memorabilia, and musical instruments of the great composer, plus a fascinating collection of portraits.
• Munich: Discover Munich through Bavaria’s lost and forgotten Advent traditions, playing a significant part of regional cultural revitalisation, and stop for tastings along the way.
• Zagreb: Join your Travel Director for a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant with the opportunity to get to know your fellow travelers over a pleasant evening with wine.
• Salzburg: At the Christmas Market, meet a local stallholder and taste the delicious gingerbread with a fragrant cup of Glühwein.
• Innsbruck: At a local restaurant, join your newfound friends for Highlight Dinner.
• Munich: Join your newfound friends for a festive Celebration Dinner with wine and good cheer!
• Optional - Choose between two carefully selected activities
• Optional - Bratislava: Join your Local Expert for an exploration of the city center. Enjoy the vistas form the Bratislava Castle then take a walk in the charming Old Town among 19th century palaces and see the Slovak National Theater, Michael’s Gate and the Old Town Hall.
• Optional - Bratislava: An avid foodie takes you around the market on a Christmas food tour.

• 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

• Florence: Eight generations of history with plenty of stories to tell. Enjoy a traditional Be My Guest lunch with the Landi family at their home near Florence, set within a garden of oak trees against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves.
• Vatican: Visit Vatican City and tour St. Peter's Basilica with a Local Specialist. Witness the early genius of Michelangelo as you take in the Pietà.
• Rome: Experience Rome through the eyes of a local, as a passionate Roman guides you past the city's most iconic sites.
• Tuscany: View the stunning landscape of Tuscany on your drive today.
• Venice: An introductory orientation of Venice reveals the famed canals and labrinthine streets of this eminent city.
• Carnic Alps: Remarkable geography sets the stage today as your travels continue through the Carnic Alps.
• 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.
• Bratislava: Explore Bratislava's city centre. Take a walk through the charming squares and see the iconic Michael Tower.
• Prague: Led by your Local Specialist, explore the delightful Old Town Square and see the detailed Astronomical Clock that attracts onlookers each hour.
• Regensburg: Visit Regensburg and explore this enchanting UNESCO-listed town at your leisure.
• Munich: During your orientation of the city with your Travel Director, see Feldherrnhalle in the Odeonsplatz, the Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, the English Garden, the Hofbräuhaus, St. Peter's Church and the famous Marienplatz.
• Vaduz: Explore Vaduz and admire the Royal family's residence, Vaduz Castle, which overlooks the capital.
• Lucerne: During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe.
• Heidelberg: See the magnificent castle built in red sandstone, overlooking the Student Prince’s town.
• Rhineland: Cruise beneath the semi-ruined castles and terraced vineyards. Sleepy villages slip by as you saunter upstream to the Lorelei Rock where the enchantress lured sailors to their doom.
• Cologne Cathedral: The towering Cathedral of Cologne is an impressive introduction to this riverside city.
• Amsterdam: Cruise along the old waterways with your Travel Director and fellow travellers. Discover the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century.
• Amsterdam: Led by your Travel Director, wander the city to see the floating flower market, Dam Square and the Royal Palace.
• Venice: Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit.
• Explore Rome, Vienna and Prague with a Local Specialist
• Discover Venice, Bratislava, Regensburg, Munich, Vaduz - the capital of Liechtenstein, Lucerne, Heidelberg, Cologne and Amsterdam
• Visit St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and a glassblowing factory in Venice
• View the ancient sites of Rome, the Opera House and Hofburg Palace in Vienna, the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge in Lucerne and the ruins of Heidelberg Castle
• See the Lorelei Rock in the Rhine Valley and Cologne Cathedral
• Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice, along the Rhine River and through Amsterdam's canals

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

• Contrasting features along the Danube from traditional landscapes and the Hungarian steppe to the luxurious architecture of the big cities
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Vienna and the heritage of the House of Habsburg
  • Bratislava and its unique charm
  • Budapest, 2000 years of history
  • Melk Abbey, a true wonder of baroque architecture
  • The wild Puzsta plain

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)

• 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.

• Gaudi's modern cathedral, La Sagrada Familia, is like no other building you've ever seen. Still under construction after over 130 years, this Gothic masterpiece embodies Barcelona's artistic and progressive heart.
• Now one of the world's most artistic and exciting cities, Berlin has a complex history. See remaining fragments of the famous wall that once divided the city in half.
• 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.
• 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.
• Feast on mouth-watering seafood along Italy's coast, drink fine wine in Tuscany and indulge in the endless pasta dishes on offer in Rome.

• Onboard welcome reception
• Choice of visit to the Jochenstein power station or visit to Engelszell Abbey; choice of guided hike along the Danube trails or scenic cruising around the Schlögen Oxbow
• In Mauthausen, choice of visit to St. Florian Monastery, or guided tour of Mauthausen Memorial, or guided bike tour; guided tour in Grein, visit the historical theater and Clam Castle to meet its owner the Count
• Choice of canoe tour, bike tour from Spitz to Krems, Wine World Experience with tasting, or regional products showcase
• Choice of bike tour, or insider's tour of Vienna, or guided tour, visit to Belvedere Palace
• Choice of early risers guided tour, with breakfast at a Viennese café, or guided tour, see the Habsburg private art collection and the Italian and Dutch Masters Gallery, or guided tour, see Habsburg private art collection and the Military Museum
• In Visegrád, choice of medieval knights tournament, or guided hike in Danube-Ipoly National Park, or canoe tour
• Choice of guided tour with a local Hungarian, or guided bike tour, or city sightseeing tour
• Why dip your toes in the Danube when you can explore and adore its landmarks, legends, customs and cuisine in the most interactive ways? Avalon’s Active & Discovery cruises on the Danube invite dreamers and doers to activate their curiosities
• To look closer, dive deeper, and forage further into the hamlets and hills of Germany, Austria, and Hungary