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Highlights of Eastern Europe

Travel though time to iconic cities on a Highlights of Eastern Europe, 17 Day escorted tour. This fascinating exploration includes a walk through history to present in Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Poland and Germany. Captivating experiences on this memorable adventure include medieval towns, world-famous architecture, World War ll sites, religious points of interest and local flavors.

Visit the Golden City of a Thousand Spires - Prague, stroll along Vienna's Imperial Boulevards. Relax in the peaceful settings of Lake Bled and Lake Balaton. View Europe's largest synagogue and the Parliament in Budapest. Witness the sites of multiple tragedies turned to triumphs such as Warsaw's Old Town. Join a family at their Hungarian winery for a delicious dinner of regional favorites. In Ljubljana, see the impressive Opera House, Cathedral, National Museum, Three Bridges Square and Castle. See gorgeous St. Mark's Church and meander through, still gas lamp-lit, Upper Town in Zagreb. This vacation will thrill lovers of history, music, architecture, guests with roots in this region and those who wish to immerse themselves in their travel opportunities.

17 Days • fr. $3,975

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Tour Includes

• ORIENTATION of Dresden
• Visit Jasna Góra Monastery in Częstochowa
• SEE revered Black Madonna, recognized by several Pontiffs
• VIEW Lake Balaton
• DINNER with family at their winery
• LOCAL SPECIALIST in Vienna
• GUIDED TOUR Ljubljana
• TOUR GUIDE in Zagreb
• GUIDED TOUR in Budapest
• LOCAL SPECIALIST in Kraków and Warsaw
• GUIDED SIGHTSEEING in Berlin
• LOCAL GUIDE in Prague
• VISIT Lake Bled in Slovenia
• SEE Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest
• REFLECT at the concentration camp at Auschwitz
• EXPLORE Jasna Góra Monastery
• WITNESS Berlin TV Tower
• VISIT St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague
• EXPLORE Tábor
• Handcrafted Highlights
• Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
• Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries
• All porterage and local charges included
• An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• VIP entry to many sights
• Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

Not Included

• Gratuities are included for services during the land stay of your vacation unless otherwise noted. This includes wait staff at included meals, and porterage at hotels for one suitcase per person. Gratuities for your tour director, local hosts, guides, and drivers are not included in the vacation price (unless otherwise noted in pricing details) and are discretionary.
• All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry, special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must be paid by the client.
• All rates exclude airfare unless expressly noted.

Meal Inclusions

Hotel details.

• Hilton Danube Waterfront in Vienna, Austria (2 nights)
• Hotel Park in Bled, Slovenia (2 nights)
• Westin Hotel in Zagreb, Croatia (2 nights)
• Ensana Thermal Margaret Island Hotel in Budapest, Hungary (2 nights)
• Novotel Centrum Hotel in Kraków, Poland (2 nights)
• Hilton City Hotel in Warsaw, Poland (2 nights)
• AC by Marriott Humboldthain Park in Berlin, Germany (2 nights)
• Vienna House Diplomat in Prague, Czech Republic (2 nights)
• The hotels listed are intended to be used on all departures however Trafalgar Tours reserves the right to substitute other hotels than those listed. If a change becomes necessary for any reason, the hotel substituted will be of equivalent quality to those listed. No refunds are provided for hotel changes and full cancellation penalties apply.

ARRIVE VIENNA Location Information Description

Vienna, Austria

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 Town Vienna, revealing insights into the Habsburg dynasty, once one of the most influential royal houses of Europe. Admire the Hofburg Palace, Imperial Boulevards and the beloved St. Stephen's Cathedral, with its colorful tiled roof.

This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception to kick off this exciting holiday.

Hilton Danube Waterfront

VIENNA - LAKE BLED Location Information Description

Lake Bled, Slovenia

Cross the Loibl Pass in the Karawanken Mountains and into the lush green hills of Slovenia. Arrive later at Lake Bled, an exquisite natural retreat set against the backdrop of forests and mountains. During your free time, you might consider taking a boat trip on its crystal clear waters to admire the castle, which clings dramatically to a cliff rising up from the lake's edge. This evening, you'll dine at your hotel.

Breakfast, Dinner

LAKE BLED FREE DAY Location Information Description

Spend the day at your leisure, soaking up the romantic atmosphere of this Alpine lake setting. Perhaps take a boat ride along the lake's tranquil waters, or consider purchasing an Optional Experience to the extensive maze of underground caves at Postojna.

LAKE BLED - LJUBLJANA - ZAGREB Location Information Description

Ljubljana, Slovenia

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.

Location Information Description

Zagreb, Croatia

Cross into Croatia and travel to its capital, Zagreb - your home for the next two nights. You'll have a free evening to spend as you wish. Consider heading to Tkalčićeva Street to indulge in the flavors of traditional fruit brandy.

Westin Hotel

ZAGREB SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Location Information Description

Explore a tale of two hilltop settlements and Zagreb's scenic cityscape, to this day lit by gas lamps in the Upper Town. 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 St. Mark's Church, with its exquisitely colored roof.

Spend the rest of the day on your own, paying homage to the patron saint of Zagreb at its Stone Gate, or enjoying the city views from Strossmartre.

ZAGREB - LAKE BALATON - BUDAPEST Location Information Description

Lake Balaton, Hungary

Crossing the border into Hungary, 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'.

Budapest, Hungary

Continue to the romantic capital of Budapest - your home for the next two nights. Perhaps, sail along the Danube on a scenic river cruise, enjoy an evening of Hungarian wine tasting or relax in the healing waters of the Szecheyni Spa Bath as the sun sets.

Ensana Thermal Margaret Island Hotel

BUDAPEST SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Location Information Description

Today, you'll 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 Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. Later meet the Schieszl family and 'Connect With Locals' over a 'Be My Guest' dinner.

BUDAPEST - SLOVAKIA - KRAKOW Location Information Description

Krakow, Poland

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. Consider an evening of lively Polish entertainment with dinner, or perhaps visit a traditional Polish Wódka Bar.

Novotel Centrum Hotel

KRAKOW SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Location Information Description

A leisurely walk through the beautiful streets of Kraków this morning with your 'Local Specialist' will include such highlights as the Royal Castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill, recognized as the most historically and culturally significant site in Poland. Continue through the Old Town with a visit to the Mariacki Church and view of the Cloth Hall.

Spend the afternoon exploring the city on your own or consider visiting a traditional milk bar. Enjoy a slice of Polish Sernik Babci in the Old Town Square or purchase an Optional Experience to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, where underground chambers are hewn out of rock salt. This evening, the group will dine at your hotel.

KRAKOW - AUSCHWITZ - CZESTOCHOWA - WARSAW Location Information Description

Warsaw, Poland

Your journey this morning takes you to the concentration camp at Auschwitz, a poignant reminder of the horrors perpetrated during the Holocaust. Travelling to Jasna Góra Monastery, 'Dive Into Culture' and rub shoulders with Catholic pilgrims, who have journeyed to the famous shrine for centuries to see the iconic Black Madonna of Częstochowa. This evening, arrive in the elegant Polish capital of Warsaw, where you will dine tonight at your hotel.

Hilton City Hotel

WARSAW SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Location Information Description

Connect with the youthful energy of Warsaw, a city that has triumphed over the tragedy of war and the shackles of communism. This morning, join a 'Local Specialist' visiting the Old Town, which the Nazis destroyed to retaliate against the Warsaw Uprising. You'll also see the site of the Warsaw Ghetto, immortalized in the Roman Polanski film - The Pianist.

Spend the rest of the day exploring the sights on your own, or celebrate the talents of Chopin during a private recital of Chopin's works.

WARSAW - BERLIN Location Information Description

Berlin, Germany

Journey across Poland's patchwork countryside along the Autostrada Wolnośki (Motorway of Freedom) which was first initiated by Nazi Germany to connect Berlin with Poland and left unfinished for decades after World War II. Continue west into Germany and arrive in Berlin, a capital city with an enviable youthful verve and charisma. Here you'll enjoy an evening at leisure to explore the city your way.

AC by Marriott Humboldthain Park

BERLIN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Location Information Description

Ascend an icon of reunification this morning as you 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 Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden Boulevard and the Reichstag Building, lovingly restored after it fell into disuse after World War II. Spend the afternoon people-watching on Friederichstrasse with an Fassbrause or join an Optional Experience to discover Berlin’s turbulent past.

BERLIN - DRESDEN - PRAGUE Location Information Description

Dresden, Germany

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 streets to see the Semper Opera, Zwinger Palace and fully reconstructed Frauenkirche.

Prague, Czech Republic

Leave Germany behind and travel to the Czech Republic, arriving later in glorious Prague, straddling the mighty Vltava. Spend your evening savoring hearty Czech flavors during a Regional Dinner at a local restaurant.

Vienna House Diplomat

PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Location Information Description

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 Town Square, with its Astronomical Clock and hourly Walk of the Apostles.

Visit the Cathedral of St. Vitus, then enjoy the rest of the day free to explore or relax. Perhaps indulge with some delicious sweet pastry Trdelník in the Old Town Square, admire the view from Petrin Hill or consider a relaxing cruise on the Vltava.

PRAGUE - TABOR - VIENNA Location Information Description

VIENNA, Austria

Journey through the lush green and golden landscapes of southern Bohemia, stopping in Tábor, once a Hussite stronghold. Later, travel to the imperial city of Vienna, where you'll enjoy a final Farewell Dinner together with your fellow travellers and Travel Director.

DEPART VIENNA Location Information Description

Say a fond farewell to your newfound friends and an epic adventure together through eastern Europe. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.

• Up to $1600 TOUR CREDIT: EXCLUSIVE OFFER
• All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.

Important Information

Cancellation policy.

• 60 days or more prior to departure the deposit is non-refundable
• 59-16 days prior to commencement of services: 30% of total price*
• 15-8 days prior to commencement of services: 50% of total price*
• 7-1 days prior to commencement of services: 90% of total price*
• On departure day and later: 100% of total price*
• *Total price does not include any Instant Purchase Air or Instant Purchase Air service fees, which are non-refundable after 24 hours from purchase. Intra-vacation air is non-refundable after final payment.
• Cancellation fees may also apply to any additional services, including extra night accommodations, independently supplied services, and optional excursions reserved prior to, during, and after the tour. If flight changes, including, but not limited to, flight cancellations or name changes, are requested after full land and air deposits are received, revision fees, change fees, or airline cancellation fees will apply.
• In many instances, airline revision or change fees can be up to $300, but in some instances may be up to 100% of the ticket price. Cancellation penalties will be quoted at time of cancellation.
• All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
• The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

Terms and Conditions

• Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together and does not include airfare unless expressly stated.
• All prices are in US Dollars.
• A $200 non-refundable, non-transferable, per-person, per-vacation deposit is required to reserve space for you, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Payment of the deposit indicates you have read and accepted theseall Terms & Conditions. Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit payment is processed and you receive a confirmation invoice.
• Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Within the final payment date, payment in full is required at time of booking to reserve space. Reservations (land, cruise, and air) are canceled if final payment is not received by the due date. The payment policy may vary for group reservations.
• Additional deposits or payments are required for international air added to the start and/or end of your vacation and/or for intra-vacation air, as specified in the itinerary (“air-inclusive vacations”). Air-inclusive vacation pricing is guaranteed upon receipt of full land plus air deposit or land deposit plus full airfare price, depending on type of airfare purchased (Flex-Air or Instant Purchase Air).
• For complete terms and conditions please visit the Trafalgar Terms & Conditions for more information.

Highlights of Eastern Europe

• Best price guaranteed
• No booking fees
• COVID-19 protected
• Sightseeing tour
• Cultural, religious and historic sites
• Customizable
• Booking Type Instant booking
• duration 17 days
• tour type Group Request as private
• age requirement 5-99 yrs
• max group size 48
• guiding method Fully guided
• Tour Code BM-20825

• Starts Vienna, Austria
• Ends Vienna, Austria
• Explore Vienna, Ljubljana, Zagreb, Budapest, Kraków, Warsaw, Berlin and Prague with a Local Specialist
• Discover Dresden
• Visit Lake Bled in Slovenia, Castle Hill District in Budapest, Wawel Royal Castle in Kraków, the former concentration camp at Auschwitz, Berlin TV Tower, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague and Tábor
• View Lake Balaton, the Archbishop's Palace and the Opera House in Zagreb, Wawel Royal Castle in Kraków and Brandenburg Gate in Berlin
• Day 1: Welcome to Vienna Stays With Stories
• Day 2: Journey to Ljubljana
• Day 3: Journey to Lake Bled and Ljubljana
• Day 4: Discover Historic Zagreb
• Day 5: Zagreb Your Way
• Day 6: Onwards to Lake Balaton and Budapest
• Day 7: Explore Architectural Budapest
• Day 8: Off to Slovakia and on to Krakw
• Day 9: Admire Krakws Charms
• Day 10: On to Auschwitz and Warsaw
• Day 11: See the Sights of Warsaw
• Day 12: Journey to Bustling Berlin
• Day 13: Uncover Berlins Secrets
• Day 14: Onwards to Dresden and Prague
• Day 15: Discover Colourful Prague
• Day 16: Through Southern Bohemia to Vienna
• Day 17: Farewell Vienna
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
• 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
• 16 Breakfast (B)
• 7 Dinner (D)
• Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• Optional Experiences and free time
• Any international flights to/from Vienna are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
• Travel insurance is not included in this Highlights of Eastern Europe tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
• Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
• Protected Travel within your own bubble.
• Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
• Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Highlights of Eastern Europe tour. You can cancel the tour up to 65 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 64 days of departure.

For any tour departures within 01 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 01 July 2024, a deposit of 200 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 64 days before trip departure.

Highlights of Eastern Europe tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

For this Highlights of Eastern Europe tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

• This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
• Small group version of this tour may be available, which limits the group size to generally 29 people.
• Groups traveling together will be seated together, and face coverings will be required where mandated, otherwise it is the choice of our guests if they wish to wear face coverings when traveling on the coach. Additionally, all surfaces will be disinfected multiple times per day, and due to our high performing air filters the air within the coach will be completely filtered and changed every 2-3 minutes
• This tour requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days before your departure day. Children aged 5-15, who are unable to be vaccinated, will need to provide proof of a verifiable negative test result for COVID-19 taken within 72 hours of this trip departure.

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• ORIENTATION of Dresden
• VISIT Lake Bled in Slovenia, Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest, the concentration camp at Auschwitz, Jasna Góra Monastery, Berlin TV Tower, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague and Tábor
• VIEW Lake Balaton

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Places You’ll See

• Introduction
• Day 1 Welcome to Berlin
• Day 2 Explore Bustling Berlin
• Day 3 Journey to Poznań and on to Warsaw
• Day 4 Discover Historic Warsaw
• Day 5 Onwards to Auschwitz and Kraków Dive Into Culture
• Day 6 See the Sights of Kraków
• Day 7 Venture through Slovakia to Budapest
• Day 8 Uncover the Treasures of Budapest Make Travel Matter Connect with Locals
• Day 9 Off to Vienna Stays With Stories
• Day 10 Admire Vibrant Vienna
• Day 11 Venture to Prague
• Day 12 The Old Town and More in Prague
• Day 13 Journey to Frankfurt
• Day 14 Farewell Frankfurt

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• NB Nancy · 9th July 2018 Uli made the trip fantastic!!! You would be lucky to get him as your guide. Trip date: June 2018
• GM Genevieve · 30th May 2018 Can’t say. Lots of favourite! Trip date: May 2018
• AE Antonia · 25th April 2018 The tour was excellent (for some reason I wasn't asked to give an Overall rating so it shows a one-star but this is not correct. Overall I vote five stars. My main reservation is vegetarian meals. An attempt was made, but vegetarians are frequently... Show more Trip date: April 2018
• KP Kelsey · 19th September 2016 The tour was great! Our TD Larae was amazing and we had a great time overall! Trip date: September 2016
• T Trina · 24th November 2015 Had a super time on this tour! I saw everything that I wanted to see and more! The hidden treasures were amazing and our tour director made sure everything ran smoothly! It was an awesome experience. Can't wait to my next tour in March! Trip date: June 2015
• LH Lee-Ann · 23rd November 2015 I have been on two trips with trafalgar now and they have both been great. The tour guides are wounderful and have a great knowledge of the area and very helpful. I highly recommend going on a trafalgar tour it was a great experience. Trip date: August 2015

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17 Day Eastern Europe Tour of Vienna, Budapest, Kraków, Berlin and Prague

17 days, 8 countries and 14 cities

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16 Breakfasts, 1 Welcome Reception, 7 Dinners

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Shine a spotlight on Prague's colourful medieval streets and good times with a local Hungarian family at their winery. On this exciting eastern Europe trip you’ll get to know all the highlights and hidden gems of eight spellbinding countries.

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17 days itinerary trip from Vienna to Vienna visiting 8 countries and 14 cities

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Sightseeing highlights.

Explore Vienna, Ljubljana, Zagreb, Budapest, Kraków, Warsaw, Berlin and Prague with a Local Specialist

Discover Dresden

Visit Lake Bled in Slovenia, Castle Hill District in Budapest, Wawel Royal Castle in Kraków, the former concentration camp at Auschwitz, Berlin TV Tower, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague and Tábor

View Lake Balaton, the Archbishop's Palace and the Opera House in Zagreb, Wawel Royal Castle in Kraków and Brandenburg Gate in Berlin

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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

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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

On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

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Every one of our tours includes at least one conscious travel experience that supports one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS). Look out for yours within the day-by-day trip itinerary.

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Net-zero by 2050

Travel knowing our 4-point climate action plan will ensure net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

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Your tour directly supports local communities by visiting family-run businesses, UNESCO sites and places of cultural significance.

Sustainable Practices

Every part of our business, from trip design to how we run our offices, aligns to our 5-year sustainability strategy which ensures a positive impact on people, the planet and wildlife.

Philanthropic Efforts

Our not-for-profit, the TreadRight Foundation, invests in nature-based solutions to address climate change.

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