Magnificent Cities of Central & Eastern Europe

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1 For Reservations and Questions Magnificent Cities of Central & Eastern Europe Featuring Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Krakow & Warsaw From $2,299* pp 14 Days 18 Meals *Rate is per person, land only, double occupancy, tour inclusions and available options may vary based on departure date. Please select a date below for more details. EUROPE'S MAGNIFICENT AND LEGENDARY CITIES Explore the historic and culturally rich cities of the Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, Hungary and Poland. Enjoy 2 night stays, guided tours and local restaurants in Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Krakow and Warsaw. Make the most of your adventure with a perfect balance of included sightseeing excursions and leisure time. You choose your tour in Berlin a traditional city tour or a Cold War focused tour featuring Check Point Charlie. Walk across the spectacular Charles Bridge in Prague. Dinner in Prague is your choice: either a traditional restaurant that features a folklore show and dance lesson, or a tour of one of Prague s most famous brewery pubs with favorite local fare. Discover the picturesque Hungarian countryside. Visit the former concentration camp of Auschwitz and conclude in Warsaw, a city with history both joyous and tragic. Explore some of Europe s most magnificent and legendary cities.

2 YOUR TOUR AT A GLANCE Experience the cultures of Germany, the Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary and Poland. Take a poignant journey through history at the camps of Auschwitz. Local experts provide informative guided tours of Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Krakow and Warsaw. Must See's The fairy tale city of Prague reveals the remarkable Hradcany Castle. Come to know Vienna and its lavish Schoenbrunn Palace. Culinary Dine at one of Vienna's most beloved restaurants. PERSONALIZE YOUR TRIP Arrive early: Pre night in Berlin Pre and Post Tour Extensions. Start and end your vacation rested. Discover both the modern and the historic sides to this fascinating city. Leave late: Post night in Warsaw Explore the bustling capital and largest city in Poland.

3 YOUR ITINERARY Please note: tour inclusions and available options may vary based on departure date. Please select a date above for more details. Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Overnight Flight Set out to experience the very best of Europe s cultural capitals. Berlin, Germany Tour Begins Arrive in Germany s capital city of Berlin. This city blends a deep history, a modern flare and multi cultural influences. Tonight, join your fellow passengers for a welcome dinner. Dinner High 54 Low 37 1" Intercontinental Hotel Berlin Berlin It s your choice! Choose a city tour that introduces you to Berlin s rich history: you ll see Charlottenburg Palace, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Schoenberg City Hall, Kurfuerstendam and the Reichstag Building. Or you may join a Cold War focused tour that includes a visit to the Berlin Wall Museum followed by a walk through the area that was once Checkpoint Charlie, and see what remains of the Berlin Wall. This afternoon you have the opportunity to join an optional excursion outside the city to visit Potsdam and the famous Sans Souci Palace. Breakfast High 54 Low 37 1" Intercontinental Hotel Berlin Republic Berlin Dresden Prague, Czech Depart Berlin for the Golden City of Prague. En route, make a stop in Dresden, the capital of Saxony, with time to explore this lovely town on the banks of the River Elbe. This evening you choose your Prague dining experience. You may choose to get to know traditional Czech culture during a folklore show and dinner featuring local drinks; as a special treat, meet the dancers and learn some of the moves yourself during a private dance lesson. Or, dine at one of Eastern Europe s oldest breweries; take in the traditional ambiance as you dine while sipping on a pint; then tour the brewery to see the process of making this famous beer that has been brewed for 500 years. Breakfast & Dinner High 64 Low 45 2" Hotel Yasmin Prague Your introduction to this fairy tale city opens with a visit to the remarkable Hradcany Castle and the haunting St. Vitus Cathedral. Continue with a leisurely walking tour through the Old Town, showcasing the Golden Lane, the unique Astronomical Clock and the statuelined Charles Bridge. The afternoon is yours to independently explore this great city. Breakfast High 64 Low 45 2" Hotel Yasmin Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Prague Vienna, Austria Leaving the Czech Republic, arrive in colorful and vibrant Vienna, the "musical city." After a short orientation drive through the city, your afternoon is at leisure. Later, enjoy an evening in one of Vienna's most beloved restaurants where dinner mixes with local cultural flavor to create an unforgettable night. Breakfast & Dinner High 67 Low 49 5" Renaissance Wien Hotel Vienna This morning, experience the city on a tour showcasing some of its architectural marvels, including the lavish Schoenbrunn Palace and the summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty. The remainder of the day is yours to explore independently. Perhaps you will visit one of the famous museums, sip a Viennese coffee at a local coffee house, or simply relax in this capital of Austria. Tonight you may choose to enjoy an optional Mozart concert and dinner in the city. Breakfast High 67 Low 49 5" Renaissance Wien Hotel Vienna Budapest, Hungary Sit back, relax and enjoy the picturesque Hungarian countryside en route to historic Budapest. Upon arrival, a local expert provides an informative city tour featuring Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias 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. Breakfast & Dinner High 70 Low 51 2" Art Otel Budapest Budapest The beautiful city of Budapest is often referred to as "the Queen of the Danube. Today is yours to discover this city divided by the Danube with historic Buda on one side and cosmopolitan Pest on the opposite bank. Relax in the city or perhaps join an optional excursion to a traditional Hungarian horse farm where riders perform amazing feats, followed by a typical lunch in the Puzsta. Breakfast High 70 Low 51 2" Art Otel Budapest Day 10 Krakow, Poland Day 11 Day 12 Day 13 Day 14 Budapest Donovaly, Slovakia Take in the picturesque landscapes en route to Poland. Make a stop in the hidden village of Donovaly, nestled in the Low Tatras mountain range of Slovakia. Your home for the next two nights is the lively city of Krakow, which still offers an old world charm. Breakfast & Dinner High 64 Low 46 3" Holiday Inn City Center Krakow Krakow Discover Krakow s historic Old Town on a city tour featuring stops at the Market Square, St. Mary s Church, and the University; you ll also view Wawel Castle, a former residence of Polish kings. The afternoon is at leisure for you to enjoy the city on your own. Breakfast High 64 Low 46 3" Holiday Inn City Center Krakow Krakow Auschwitz Warsaw Today you embark on a poignant journey through history as you travel to witness the camps of Auschwitz. A local expert guides you through the former concentration camp where you will learn firsthand about the terrors as well as the resilience of the human spirit that occurred within those walls. Afterward, travel through the Polish countryside en route to Warsaw, the reconstructed and modern capital of this rejuvenated country. The evening is yours to relax or explore. Browse one of the city s art galleries or fascinating museums, or simply relax at an outdoor café. Breakfast High 65 Low 47 2" Westin Warsaw Warsaw The moving history of Warsaw, both joyous and tragic, is yours to embrace as you embark on a locally guided tour of this capital city. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a memorable trip. Breakfast & Dinner High 65 Low 47 2" Westin Warsaw Breakfast Warsaw Tour Ends

4 THINGS TO KNOW Tour Activity Level Time Zone All countries on this tour are 5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (6 hours ahead during Daylight Saving Time). Electricity To truly experience the program and destination, you need to be able to participate in physical activities such as longer walking tours, walking over uneven terrain, climbing stairs and periods of standing. Some of the touring days may be longer, with select included activities occurring later in the evening. Travel Tips The countries on this tour are six hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time. The elevation on this tour is between 590 and 1,312 feet above sea level. The currency in Hungary is the Forint, in Czech Republic is the Koruna, in Poland is the Zloty, and in Austria and Germany is the Euro. The voltage in the countries visited is 230 Volts. An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. When packing your electronic items for travel, please review the converter electric current level to make sure it is the same or greater than the items you are planning on using. If you plan on utilizing or transporting a sleep apnea machine, please remember to pack an extension cord and adapter plug to ensure proper function. The electricity in Europe is 220 volts. For this program, the three countries use two circular prongs. Elevation The highest elevation encountered on this tour is feet. Time Zone

5 OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS Highlights of Potsdam $97 Leave the city behind and make your way to Potsdam, the former home of Prussian kings. Pause along the way to hear stories of the exchange of prisoners between the former East Germany and Western Germany at the Glienicke Bridge, dubbed the Bridge of Spies. Next, you ll arrive at Sanssouci. Prague's Old Jewish Quarter $51 Prague s Jewish quarter, the historic Josefov, tells the moving and powerful stories of a community with roots in Prague dating back to the 10th century. Evening in Vienna $153 Begin your night with a fabulous dining experience at one of Vienna s most popular and traditional restaurants. Budapest by Night $85 Local culinary specialties await as you start a fantastic evening out in Budapest at one of the most popular local restaurants. Puszta and Hungarian Horse Farm $80 Strike out from the confines of Budapest into the heart of the Hungarian countryside. Miles of famous Puszta scenery awaits as you travel to a local farm for an unforgettable experience. Wieliczka Salt Mines $53 Venture outside of Krakow to one of Poland's most fascinating locations, the magical Wieliczka Salt Mines. Collette