Highlights of Eastern Europe Summer 2019
Overview
Highlights
- CITY TOUR in Vienna, Ljubljana, Zagreb, Budapest, Kraków, Warsaw, Berlin and Prague
- ORIENTATION of Dresden
- VISIT Lake Bled in Slovenia, Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest, the concentration camp at Auschwitz, Jasna Gora Monastery, Poznań in Poland, Berlin TV Tower, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague and Tábor
- VIEW Lake Balaton
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Tune into the enchanting musical heritage of Vienna, your launch pad to a grand adventure through the highlights of Eastern Europe. After checking in, join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing walking tour of Old Vienna, revealing insights into the Habsburg dynasty, o...
We cross the Loibl Pass in the Karawanken Mountains and into the lush green hills of Slovenia. Arrive later in Lake Bled, an exquisite natural retreat set against the backdrop of forests and mountains. During your free time, you could consider taking a boat trip on it...
Spend the day on your own, up the romantic atmosphere of this Alpine lake setting. Perhaps visit the ruins on Bled Island, navigate the lake's tranquil waters from a canoe, or consider joining an Optional Experience to the extensive maze of underground caves at Postojna.
We leave the emerald waters of Bled behind and arrive in the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana, where we will join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour to see its Opera House, Cathedral, National Museum, Three Bridges Square and Castle. We cross into Croatia and trave...
Explore a tale of two hilltop settlements and Zagreb's scenic cityscape, to this day lit by gas lamps. Join a Local Specialist who will share the landmarks of the city's lower and upper town, including the Gothic Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, the Opera House and...
Crossing the border into Hungary, we enjoy a photo stop on the shores of Lake Balaton, the largest lake in Central Europe and affectionately known by locals as the 'Hungarian Sea'. We continue to the romantic capital of Budapest - our home for the next two nights. Sai...
Today, we join a Local Specialist for a walking tour of the Castle district to admire picture-perfect views of the Danube and Fisherman's Bastion with its towers representing the seven Magyar tribes who formed the Hungarian nation. See the imposing Parliament and the ...
The exquisite natural landscape of Slovakia provides a scenic backdrop for our journey to Poland, past the foothills of the Tatra Mountains. We arrive in the enchanting city of Kraków where we enjoy time at leisure. Consider an evening of lively Polish entertainment with dinner, or perhaps visit a traditional Polish Wodka Bar.
A leisurely walk through the beautiful streets of Kraków this morning with our Local Specialist will include such highlights as the Royal Castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill, recognised as the most historically and culturally significant site in Poland. We continue thr...
Our journey this morning takes us to the concentration camp at Auschwitz, a poignant reminder of the horrors perpetrated during the Holocaust. Travelling to Jasna Gora Monastery, we rub shoulders with Catholic pilgrims, who have journeyed to the famous shrine for cent...
Connect with the youthful energy of Warsaw, a city that has triumphed over the tragedy of war and the shackles of communism. This morning, we join a Local Specialist visiting the Old Town, which the Nazis destroyed to retaliate against the Warsaw Uprising. You'll also...
Cross Poland's patchwork countryside to Poznań - its Old Town Square a riot of colourful façades, rebuilt after the devastation of World War II. View the Renaissance town hall and see the city's impressive Gothic churches. Continue west into Germany and arrive in Berlin, a capital city with enviable youthful verve and charisma.
Ascend an icon of reunification this morning as you 'Dive Into Culture' and witness spectacular panoramic views of the city from the Berlin TV Tower. Then join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour through the city's great landmarks, including the Neoclassical Bra...
Travel through the Spreewald Forest to Dresden - its iconic domes and spires almost entirely rebuilt after the Allied Forces left their deep scars on the city during World War II. Hear about its restoration during your orientation tour as you stroll through its street...
Explore exquisite Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque façades as you ramble through the ancient streets of Prague with your Local Specialist who will share insights into the city's centuries-old history. Marvel at Prague Castle, the 14th-century Charles Bridge and Old Tow...
Journey through the lush green and golden landscapes of Southern Bohemia, stopping in Tábor, once a Hussite stronghold. Later, we travel to the imperial city of Vienna, where we'll enjoy a final Farewell Dinner together with our fellow travellers and Travel Director.
Say a fond farewell to your newfound friends and an epic adventure together through Eastern Europe. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.
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Trafalgar Reviews & Ratings
Highlights of Eastern Europe
2-nights at each place is good. Driver Attila is the best, helpful and courteous driver in all the tours we had. Choice of hotels needs improvement as mentioned in ...
Highlights of Eastern Europe
Itinerary was nearly perfect. Czestochowa could be missed as it was nearly impossible to visit the church due to the crowds (it was a Sunday). Hotels were very goo...
Highlights of Eastern Europe
One of the hotels was a bit ordinary.
Highlights of Eastern Europe
There were lots to see, do and experience. The optional experiences were amazing
Highlights of Eastern Europe
The cities we visited were on our list of places to go. We enjoye...
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Our travel director made it possible for us to fit everything in and still have time on our own. This was a trip of a lifetime for me. I'm so happy I did it on the L...
Heather Harrison
Mar 2025
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Very fast paced, but it covers a lot of territory. Tour director *Personal information removed by Feefo* was very detail oriented & fantastic at conveying schedu...
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