Eastern Road

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This is Eastern Europe at its best! From Berlin to Warsaw, the history and beauty of each country will captivate the imagination. Additional stops in Dresden, a city devastated by fire bombing in World War II, Banska Bystrica in Slovakia and an unforgettable visit to the Auschwitz memorial all combine to make this a holiday with a distinct difference. Want t...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Enjoy traditional Berlin cuisine in a local restaurant
    • See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building
    • Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall
    • Visit Dresdan the city destroyed in World War II and known as the 'Florence of the North'
    • See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House and Frauenkirche
    • See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge and Wenceslas Square
    • Visit the Old Town Square and see the Astronomical Clock
    • See the Habsburg Palaces, St. Stephen's Cathedral and the State Opera House
    • Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
    • See the monastery at Jasna Góra

What's this trip about?

    This is Eastern Europe at its best! From Berlin to Warsaw, the history and beauty of each country will captivate the imagination. Additional stops in Dresden, a city devastated by fire bombing in World War II, Banska Bystrica in Slovakia and an unforgettable visit to the Auschwitz memorial all combine to make this a holiday with a distinct difference. Want to end your trip in Berlin? Feel free to jump on board the coach as it returns to Berlin.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityEurope/Berlin
End CityEurope/Warsaw

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Poland

Attractions

  • Berlin
  • Budapest
  • Dresden
  • Prague
  • Vienna
  • Warsaw

Activities

  • Culture

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Arrive Berlin

Check-in to the hotel and head straight out into Berlin to get a feel for the city’s style before meeting up with your Trip Manager and getting to know your Contiki travellers over dinner. Tonight, your Trip Manager will peel back the layers of history and point out t...

Day 2 Berlin

This morning, why not join a local guide for a tour? Learn about the East/West split at the Berlin Wall and check out the controversial Reichstag (German Parliament) as well as Tiergarten (one the world’s biggest parks). You’ll also visit Checkpoint Charlie, where man...

Day 3 Berlin to Prague

After checking out the East Side Gallery (the longest remaining section of the Berlin Wall) we are heading south and we roll on to the region of Dresden, often dubbed ‘Florence of the North’ because of its beauty. This town completely rebuilt itself after being flatt...

Day 4 Prague

Have a go on two wheels and discover Prague with our Local Guide, who knows all the city’s ins and outs. Exploring by bike is the perfect way to get an overview of this compact city, as you can hit the back alleys and side streets of the old town. Free time means y...

Day 5 Prague to Vienna

We hit the road this morning and travel to Vienna, via World Heritage-listed Kutná Hora. Founded in the 13th century, this was once the second most important town in Bohemia, famous for its silver mining heritage. Maybe choose the visit the chilling Sedlec Ossuary –...

Day 6 Vienna

Today is yours to chill out Austrian style. The city is known for its tasty coffee & the food here is amazing, so make sure you sit yourself down for a Viennese coffee, some succulent strudel & make sure you people watch. Some places to try are Hummel for a tr...

Day 7 Vienna to Budapest

Cruise through Slovakia and pause for lunch in quaint Bratislava. We’ll then head into the compact, user-friendly old town and check out its medieval castle. Try some of the regional specialties like treska (cold fish salad) or some local cheeses. Next, we hit the r...

Day 8 Budapest

Free time means a chance to get around Budapest at your own pace with the public transport tickets that your Trip Manager will give you. If you’re after something different, treat yourself to a truly local experience: a spa. With outdoor thermal waters, art nouveau ...

Day 9 Budapest to Krakow

Continue north, past traditional villages and stunning scenery. We stop for lunch in the heart of Slovakia, in pretty Banská Bystrica. Try some regional specialties like mutton and sauerkraut or smoked meats in the city’s pedestrian-only centre. Leave Slovakia behind as we make our way to Poland with two nights in Krakow.

Hotel

Regional Dinner and Breakfast

Day 10 Krakow

Left relatively untouched after World War II, Krakow is jam-packed with monuments and cultural treasures like turn-of-the-century buildings, museums, an impressive castle and the Jewish Quarter. This morning, choose our fantastic ME Time optional to the famous Wielic...

Day 11 Krakow to Warsaw

This morning, we make a sobering stop at Auschwitz, the most infamous former Nazi concentration camp, where the group will learn about one of history’s darkest moments. Then visit Poland’s holy hotspot in Częstochowa. We’ll make a stop at the still functioning 14th ...

Day 12 Warsaw

Go back in time as our Local Guide gives you a crash-course in Warsaw’s troubled history. You’ll see Warsaw’s Ghetto, Chopin’s park, as well as the Old Town. Hear how this town has been all about survival, being literally reduced to rubble, and how Warsaw then picke...

Day 13 Depart Warsaw/Berlin

The trip ends after breakfast in Warsaw and it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. Otherwise catch a free transfer back to Berlin where your trip ends upon arrival.

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Last Updated: 0/18/2022

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Accommodation

12 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges,
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Meals Included
  • 12 continental breakfasts
  • 4 Regional Dinners: a traditional German dinner in West Berlin, dine at our favourite taverna in Prague, a delicious local meal in Krakow & a Polish feast in Warsaw
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