Magnificent Cities of Central & Eastern Europe featuring Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Krakow & Warsaw

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Tour Operator

Collette Vacations

Duration

14 Days

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Air 1	Overnight Flight	Overnight Flight : Your journey to Central and Eastern Europe begins with an overnight flight to Germany.
Day 2	Berlin	Arrive Berlin, Germany : Your tour begins today in Berlin. Tonight, join your fellow passengers for a welcome dinner. Todaydinnerwill be included.
Day 3	Berlin	Berlin - Potsdam - Berlin : Begin the day with a trip to Potsdam to see the impressive Sans Souci Palace*. Return to Berlin for a comprehensive tour featuring Brandenburg Gate, Charlottenburg Palace, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Schoenberg City Hall, Kurfuerstendam and the Reichstag Building. Then pass through the area which was once "Check Point Charlie," and see what remains of the Berlin Wall. Todaybreakfast will be included.
Day 4	Prague	Berlin - Prague, Czech Republic : LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Your Tour Manager helps you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases to help you communicate. Depart Berlin for the "Golden City" of Prague. Your afternoon is at leisure to explore this wonderful city. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 5	Prague	Prague : Your introduction to this fairy tale city begins with a visit to the amazing Hradcany Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral. Continue with a leisurely walking tour through the old town, showcasing the unique astronomical clock and the statue-lined Charles Bridge. The afternoon is at leisure to independently explore the city. Todaybreakfast will be included.
Day 6	Vienna	Prague - Vienna, Austria : Leaving the Czech Republic, arrive in colorful and vibrant Vienna, Austria, the "musical city." Tonight's dinner is in one of Vienna's great local restaurants. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 7	Vienna	Vienna : A tour of the city showcases some of its architectural marvels, including the magnificent St. Stephan's Cathedral and the lavish Schoenbrunn Palace, the summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty. The remainder of the day is yours to experience all that Vienna has to offer. Todaybreakfast will be included.
Day 8	Budapest	Vienna - Budapest, Hungary : Sit back, relax and enjoy the picturesque Hungarian countryside en route to historic Budapest. Here, you'll discover Budapest, divided by the Danube with the historic Buda on one side and the cosmopolitan Pest on the opposite side. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 9	Budapest	Budapest : The beautiful city of Budapest is often referred to as "the Paris of Eastern Europe." Today, a local expert provides an informative city tour featuring Fishermen's Bastion, Mathias Church, Old Buda, the New Parliament and Gellert Hill. A special stop is made at Heroes Square, a unique monument to the many diverse leaders of Hungary. Later, enjoy free time to explore Budapest on your own. Todaybreakfast will be included.
Day 10	Krakow	Budapest - Slovakia - Krakow, Poland : Enjoy a scenic drive along the Low Tatra mountain range of Slovakia en route to Poland. Your home for the next two nights is the lively city of Krakow, which still offers an old world charm. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 11	Krakow	Krakow : A city tour of Krakow's historic Old Town features Market Square, St. Mary's Church, the University, and Wawel Castle, a former residence of Polish kings. The afternoon is at leisure for you to enjoy the city on your own. Todaybreakfast will be included.
Day 12	Warsaw	Krakow - Auschwitz - Czestochowa - Warsaw : A local expert guides you through the former concentration camp of Auschwitz. See first hand the various prison cells and learn the history of the prison and many of the hardships that occurred within those walls. Next, travel north to the spiritual center of Poland and the hallowed shrine of the Jasna Gora Monastery in Czestochowa. One of the monastery's own clergy conducts an enriching tour of Jasna Gora and the famous Black Madonna, a sacred icon. The Black Madonna is world-renowned with more than 5 million pilgrims flocking to Czestochowa yearly to pay their respects. Later this afternoon you will arrive in the capital city of Warsaw. Todaybreakfast will be included.
Day 13	Warsaw	Warsaw : The moving history of Warsaw, both joyous and tragic, is yours to embrace as you embark on a special city tour of this capital city. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a memorable trip. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included.
Day 14	Tour ends	Warsaw - Tour Ends : Todaybreakfast will be included.

Dates/Pricing

Lodging

	Hotel Schweizerhof, Berlin		Hotel Century Old Town, Prague
	Arcotel Kaiserwasser, Vienna		ArtOtel Budapest, Budapest
	Andels Hotel, Krakow		Westin, Warsaw

Disclaimer

Note
Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.