15 Day Kaleidoscope of Central Europe

Austrian Country Dinner This fun evening begins with a short drive through the legendary Vienna Woods to the top of Mount Kahlenberg with panoramic views of Vienna. Continue to a one of the charming old wine villages in the vicinity for dinner. The characteristic Heurigen tavern dates back to the 18th century and has been family run for generations. A local musician will entertain with traditional melodies while hearty Austrian dishes are served. Wine and soft drinks are included. Approximate tour duration is 2.5 hours. OnDay : 10 Price : $76 The Glory of the Habsburg Emperors This guided tour takes you on a journey through over 1,000 years of power, wealth and glory. Experience imperial Vienna at the Habsburg Treasury. View precious items collected by the Holy Roman and Austro-Hungarian Emperors. Amongst many other treasures see the Imperial Crown Jewels, as well as priceless vestments worn by kings and queens. Next, visit the Imperial Crypt where your local expert makes the days of the great Empire come alive. *Please note this tour does not operate on Tuesdays. Approximate tour duration is 2.5 hours. OnDay : 9 Price : $59 Mozart & Strauss Concert Experience a delightful evening of Viennese culture in the "City of Music." Attend a concert featuring the classical masterpieces of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Johann Strauss, two of Vienna's most famous citizens. The musicians will bring to life the passionate strains of Mozart, a child prodigy who blossomed into one of history's greatest composers and Strauss, the Waltz King, who composed the Blue Danube, the world's most famous waltz. Approximate tour duration is 2.5 hours. OnDay : 8 Price : $75 Prague Castle & St. Vitus Cathedral Leaving the bustle of the new town, drive up the hill to the historical area surrounding the Prague castle, and enter the fairytale complex of cobbled courtyards, churches and administrative buildings, once the court of the Bohemian Kings. Still the political center of the Czech Republic, this is where the Presidential Palace is located, complete with ceremonial guards. Visit the medieval Old Palace and the Cathedral of St. Vitus, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, as well as the St. George Basilica and the Famous “Golden Lane”. Approximate tour duration is 2.5 hours. OnDay : 12 Price : $72 Berlin's Hidden Past Embark on a fascinating tour into Berlin's turbulent past. Your knowledgeable guide makes Berlin's history come alive as you delve beneath the surface to see what remains of the city of the latter part of the 20th century. The tour will bring you to the East Side Gallery, a preserved colourful section of the wall, now one of the longest open air art galleries in the world. Next visit the Berlin Wall Memorial, and later the Topography of Terror, an exhibition located on the former site of the Gestapo Headquarters. Max approximate tour duration is 4 hours OnDay : 14 Price : $53 Budapest Opera House & Great Dohany Synagogue Begin with a guided tour of the Budapest Opera House, a beautiful 19th century neo-Renaissance building. Its façade is decorated with statues of Puccini, Mozart, Liszt, Verdi and other famous composers. View the grand staircase along with the magnificent red and gold hall. Later, visit the Great Dohany Synagogue, the largest synagogue in Europe. Explore the grounds, view the Holocaust Tree of Life Memorial and learn about the Hungarian Holocaust. Approximate tour duration is 2.5 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $65 Danube Dinner Cruise Enjoy a relaxing cruise down the Danube on a private boat, accompanied by the commentary of your local expert. The views from the river are magnificent as you admire the skyline from a different perspective of the city after sunset. The buffet dinner features Hungarian specialties and wine. Transportation is included. Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $90 Parliament, St. Stephen's & Great Market Hall This comprehensive tour includes three splendid interiors and at the same time provides an insight on local politics, religion and products. The cost of building the Hungarian House of Parliament would have paid for the construction of an entire town for 40,000 people. A stunning interior and the Hungarian Crown Jewels await you there. Only a limited number of visitors are allowed to visit each day. Next tour St. Stephen's Basilica, the largest and most impressive church of Budapest where a relic, the mummified hand of St. Stephen, can be seen. Finally your guide takes you to the historic Great Market Hall where, like a hundred years ago, the locals still do their everyday shopping. At your leisure, absorb the unique atmosphere with over 100 market stalls and an endless choice of regional products. Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 8 Price : $66 Wieliczka Salt Mine Legend has it that the salt mines in Wieliczka were part of a dowry from Kinga, the Hungarian princess, when she wed Boleslaw the Shy over 700 years ago, making the Wieliczka Salt Mine one of the oldest in Europe. The mine's historical importance, as well as the amazing works of art carved into the walls by miners, have earned the Wieliczka Salt Mine a place on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list. The tour will be conducted with a group on a route that takes you through three levels of underground galleries and chambers. Pick-up and drop-off at hotel. Times to be arranged locally. Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. There are a total of 800 steps to descend to the underground mine, with convenience stops along the way. After a short break, all visitors will return to the surface in a mining elevator. This tour is not recommended for travelers that have difficulty walking on uneven and/or steep terrain. OnDay : 4 Price : $74 Wilanow Palace This former summer residence of the Polish kings is situated just outside of Warsaw. The tour of the palace makes Polish history come alive. Wilanow was built at the end of the 17th century for King Jan III Sobieski. It stands for the splendor of Poland in the past and is considered one of the most important monuments of Polish culture. Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. Advance purchase is highly recommended for this tour. Tickets are limited and may not be available for purchase locally. OnDay : 3 Price : $52

Additional Information: Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.