Central Europe Classic: Budapest, Vienna & Prague

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Experience the rich history of Central Europe's most majestic destinations in six adventure-filled nights! You'll begin in magical Budapest, then continue to musical Vienna, and finish up in medieval Prague. With guided tours in all three cities, you'll see iconic highlights without missing anything. In Budapest, enjoy the treasures of the city with a panora...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Budapest Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24 hours)
    • Vienna City Tour with Schonbrunn Palace (3.5 hours)
    • Grand City Tour of Prague (3 hours)

What's this trip about?

    Experience the rich history of Central Europe's most majestic destinations in six adventure-filled nights! You'll begin in magical Budapest, then continue to musical Vienna, and finish up in medieval Prague. With guided tours in all three cities, you'll see iconic highlights without missing anything. In Budapest, enjoy the treasures of the city with a panoramic view from Fishermen’s Bastion, admire the 13th-century Matthias Coronation Church, and even see Budapest's largest thermal bath in City Park. Your next two nights are spent in Vienna, the city of classical music! Visit the impressive State Opera, opened in 1869, then gawk at the gilded interiors of Schonbrunn Palace, the former imperial summer palace. If the mood strikes, enjoy Vienna's famous schnitzel and strudel at one of the many cafes. Your final nights are spent in medieval Prague, also known as the "City of a Hundred Spires." Get lost in the cobbled lanes, experience Prague's one-of-a-kind nightlife, sip on its world-famous beer, and last but not least - explore the 1,000 year-old Hradcany Castle grounds, the largest castle complex in the world.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityBudapest, Hungary
End CityCzech Republic

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Trains & Rail
  • Wildlife Viewing

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare into Budapest (BUD), out of Prague (PRG)
    • Private round-trip airport transfers
    • 2 nights in Budapest at the Hotel Memories, or similar
    • Budapest Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24 hours)
    • Standard-class rail ticket from Budapest to Vienna
    • 2 nights in Vienna at the Arcotel Wimberger, or similar
    • Vienna Historical City Tour with Schonbrunn Palace (3.5 hours)
    • Standard-class rail ticket from Vienna to Prague
    • 2 nights in Prague at the Majestic Plaza Prague Hotel, or similar
    • Grand City Tour of Prague (3.5 hours)
    • Breakfast daily Please note: City taxes may not be included in your room rate. If this is the case, you will be required to pay the hotel in destination. City taxes vary by hotel and are subject to change without notice, but typically are approximately 5 Euro per person, per night.

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Budapest, Hungary!

Welcome to the "Pearl of the Danube" - Budapest! Enjoy a transfer to your first accommodation, then start exploring the city! Stroll along the Danube River to the neo-Gothic Parliament, then enjoy a traditional Hungarian meal of goulash in the old town. 

Day 2 Budapest

Begin your day in Budapest by using your 24 hour Hop-on/Hop-off bus pass!

Budapest is famous for its thermal baths, so your next stop should be the Széchenyi Baths, one of Europe’s largest spas with 15 pools. You can even play a game of chess while yo...
Day 3 Budapest - Vienna, Austria

Say goodbye to Budapest as you board a 2.5-hour train to Vienna, once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire. Upon arrival, check into your accommodation then start exploring.

In the evening, why not start your time in Vienna on a sweet note by visiting on...
Day 4 Vienna

Start your day in Vienna with a 3.5-hour tour taking you to the Ringstrasse, the State Opera, and more. Enjoy a visit to Schonbrunn Palace, the residence of the Habsburg empire up until 1918. 

Vienna is a city of art and music, so you'll want to soak up s...

Day 5 Vienna - Prague, Czech Republic

Welcome to Prague, capital of the Czech Republic! Check into your accommodation, then spend the remainder of the day exploring this marvelous city. Prague is famous for its beer, so why not visit one of the city's pubs and try some for yourself? Pair a pint with schnitzel and you have a perfect first night in Prague.

Day 6 Prague

Start your first full day in Prague with a city tour led by a local guide. You'll visit a handful of the most well-known sites in the city including the Municipal House and Old Town Square. You will even get the chance to see the 600-year old Astronomical clock...

Day 7 Depart Czech Republic

Your three-city escape ends today. At the appropriate time, you'll be transferred to Prague airport for your flight home. 

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Price From $2,228
Price per day$318
Last Updated: 10/16/2024

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Accommodation

Check In - Star Inn Hotel Budapest Centrum BUDAPEST, HUNGARY 3 out of 5 stars

Only steps from the famous Hungarian State Opera House, this hotel's location can't be beaten! Ideal for business travel or those who want to explore the city, the comfortable rooms and free Wi-Fi make the Star Inn Hotel and obvious choice. Within half a mile, you will find the Christmas Market at St Stephen's Basilica, Westend City Center, House of Terror, and the Budapest Operetta Theatre. Enjoy the buffet breakfast before you begin your day of business or exploring!

Offering a range of guestrooms, including business rooms and suites, the pet-friendly hotel can also accommodate meetings in their conference room. The lobby bar is open 24 hours a day, ready to serve hot or cold drinks at any time. In the warmer months, enjoy your breakfast on the terrace!

Check In - Novum Hotel Prinz Eugen VIENNA, AUSTRIA 4 out of 5 stars

Rest and relax in the elegant and comfortable 4-star Novum Hotel Prinz Eugen. Just opposite Vienna's Main Train Station and the Bahnhofs-City Shopping Mall, and in the immediate vicinity of the Belvedere Palace, the convenience and occasional views from the hotel are outstanding.

The hotel itself has free Wi-Fi throughout the premises, a comfortable lobby bar, a conference room, and is in the epicenter of the embassy district, offering excellent sights for travelers looking for architecture, museums, and history.

Check In - Hotel Belvedere Prague PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC 4 out of 5 stars

Spend your nights at a traditional four-star hotel within walking distance of the Prague Castle. the Hotel Belvedere Prague sits in central Prague, with quick assess to historical sites and the business center.

Newly renovated rooms include high speed Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, a hair dryer, satellite TV, and an in-room safe. Along with pleasant furnishings and spacious rooms, some of the rooms have a view of the city. The Lobby Bar is a focal point of the hotel, serving up a wide array of drinks. Business rooms, conference venues, a banquet hall and a Memphis Club all make this hotel stand out from the rest.

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