VIENNA - BRATISLAVA - PRAGUE TOUR 2017 (7 DAYS)

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1 VIENNA - BRATISLAVA - PRAGUE TOUR 2017 (7 DAYS) ITINERARY Imperial Vienna with its palaces, City on the Danube - Bratislava or City of Hundred spires - Prague? Former residences Hofburg and Schonnbrunn palaces, little historical Old town of Bratislava or mighty Prague castle? WienerSchnitzel, Slovak Potato Dumplings with sheep cheese or Czech Pork, dumplings & sauerkraut? Each of these three classy cities has something special. What you will like the most in Vienna, Bratislava and Prague? Our great tour guides will make your stay in these 3 capitals a trip of a lifetime. 7 days tour with total of 650 km / 400 miles on the road. Tour starts in Vienna and ends in Prague On route: Vienna centre & Schonnbrunn > Wachau valley > Bratislava > Devin castle > Prague This is an original, hand-made itinerary based on 10 years of traveling, discovering and exploring Slovakia and neighbouring countries. We have carefully selected the worth-to-see sights, restaurants, café's and hotels/pensions. We will do our best to make your Holiday lovely, memorable and unique. 1

2 Designed by Peter Blazicek, the founder of Best Slovakia Tours - Travel agency and Tour operator, passionate, experienced traveler and tour guide. Expert guide on private tours in Slovakia and Central European countries. DAY 1, WELCOME TO VIENNA (3x overnight in Vienna) Welcome to Vienna. Relax or take a leisurely stroll around the city. This evening join your Tour Guide and travelling companions for a Welcome Drink and itinerary introduction. Your lovely holiday has just started. DAY 2, VIENNA QUALITY SIGHTSEEING TOUR Vienna - entices visitors with its lavish, Old World charm. Gothic cathedrals tower over richly ornamented baroque buildings and copper-dome palaces from the glory days of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The romantic city on the Danube is famous for its coffee, confections and cafes, Lipizzaner horses and leafy boulevards, Sigmund Freud and Wiener Schnitzel, but it is a rich musical tradition - symphony, opera, philharmonic orchestra and Waltz. Walking down the narrow cobblestone streets of the city's historic First District (Erstes Bezirk), one can almost hear the classical compositions of Mozart, Schubert and Strauss in the melodic clatter of old-style horse carriages. On our Quality Sightseeing tour we'll show you the Inner Town and its Town Hall, Stephan`s Square & Stephan`s Cathedral, the Parliament, the winter residence of Empress Elisabeth - the imperial Hofburg palace, Staatsoper and Burgtheater form the unique heart of this great city. A "must" is marvellous Schonbrunn Palace - the summer residence of former Empress Elisabeth with an attractive interiour exposition. The innumerable Viennese cafés are favourite spots for both local and international coffee lovers. Take a rest with Viennese coffee and famous Sacher cake! DAY 3, MELK & WACHAU VALLEY Firstly, we drive to Melk - a spiritual and cultural center of the country for more than 1000 years, first as a castle for the Babenbergs, then from 1089 as a Benedictine monastery, founded by Margrave Leopold II. Melk Abbey presents one of Austria s highlights and as Europe s great cultural ensemble. Drive to Durnstein (Wachau valley) for a lunch break followed by walking up to Durnstein castle ruin. Enjoy the breathtaking views. Back to Vienna and At leisure. DAY 4, BRATISLAVA (1x overnight in Bratislava) After breakfast, start the day with Quality sightseeing tour and see the highlights of this charming city. Primate Palace - the largest in Bratislava where the Treaty of 2

3 Pressburg was signed, see the mysterious tapestries inside the Hall of Mirrors, St. Martin Cathedral the coronations place of 18 rulers including Austria-Hungarian empress Maria Theresa, Michaels gate - the only preserved gate, strolling through historical narrow streets. Lunch break in the Old town. Climb up to Bratislava castle and enjoy views on the city. Devin castle - situated at the confluence of the Danube & Morava rivers. Its owners could control the important trade route along the Danube as well as one branch of the Amber Road. Samples of Current wine is waiting for you. It s a regional specialty. DAY 5, PRAGUE & OLD TOWN (3x overnight in Prague) Morning 3.5 hour comfortable drive to Prague. Lunch break in the Old town. First opportunity to try famous, cold Czech beer;) What to try first? The Czech - Beef sirloin with dumplings, cranberries and cream or the Czech - Pork meat, dumplings and sauerkraut? After lunch, it is the best time to go on a fascinating journey through the history of Prague. We explore the ancient streets lined with historic buildings, pass through magnificent squares and cross old bridges, and we learn of the people and of the events that have shaped the city over the past one thousand years. For the evening, we can book a concert for you or reserve a table in a stylish restaurant DAY 6, PRAGUE & CASTLE & JEWISH QUARTER Morning strolling through historical streets, cross the Charles Bridge, one of Europe s oldest stone bridges and reach Lesser Town and through the former Royal Route we come up to the Prague Castle complex to discover the major sights within. Your guide brings the magnificent castle buildings to life by explaining their often turbulent history, and their royal and presidential connections. We admire the grandeur of Saint Vitus Cathedral, the ancient architecture of the Old Royal Palace, and enjoy stunning views over the whole of Prague. Back to the Old town via Manesov bridge and visit of Jewish Quarter. Synagogues and Cemetery visit. DAY 7, DEPARTURE Farewell and individual departure to the airport. Would you like to add extra days in Czech republic? Make a day trip from Prague and visit Kutna Hora famous Bone church Add 1-2 extra days and enjoy famous UNESCO medieval city Cesky Krumlov 3

4 Add 1-2 unique Karlove Vary SPA and pamper yourself in this extraordinary Spa town We love these places and would love to give you great tours there. Just let us know and get a free draft & quote. WHAT IS ALWAYS INCLUDED Entrances to Top sights: Vienna: Schonnbrunn palace Bratislava: Primate's palace, Devin castle Prague: St. Vitus Cathedral Meals: 6x Breakfasts, 1x Welcome drink, 1x Home-made welcome dinner Overnights: 6x overnights in 3star carefully selected hotels Including city tax, VAT Tour guides: During the whole tour professional and licensed driver/guide Transportation: Air conditioned cars, vans or buses Refreshment on board - mineral water, diesel, parking, motorway fees, Map of Vienna, Bratislava, Prague, information material, Brochures, leaflets, Photos of Your Holiday on USB sticks WHAT IS EXCLUDED Flights to/from Slovakia, Return airport transfers (ask and get the special rate) Travel insurance, Personal expenses, Meals and drinks (except of the mentioned) Cable car tickets, souvenirs, tips, Anything not mentioned in included EXPERIENCE MORE There is already included in the price a high level of services, but we also offer you customize a tour. Better hotel? Special day trips? Any special services? We are ready to assist and help you. Tell us about your special requests >> HOTEL UPGRADES Vienna - our recommendation: 4star category, immerse yourself into the luxury, Hotel Beethoven 5star category, Hotel Bristol*****, located on the famous Ring 4

5 Bratislava - our recommendation: 4star category, Hotel Devin or Hotel Radisson. Both perfect in their category 5star category, Hotel Marrols*****, superb boutique hotel Prague - our recommendation: 4star category, stylish, Grand Bohemia 5star category, absolute TOP is Four Seasons Hotel Prices on request PRIVATE TOUR SUITS YOU BETTER? If you would like to have a Vienna - Bratislava - Prague Tour just for you and your family or friends, we are ready to offer you this tour privately. You will choose the best possible travel dates for you and add places you wish to visit. Your private driver-guide will be from you from the first moment until your departure. We only use professional, licensed driver-guides, the real travel experts, passionate travelers and great companions. Request a Private Tour >> NEED A TRAVEL ADVICE FROM LOCALS? We are happy to answer all your questions and help with trip organizing. Keep questions coming. Contact us >> 5

6 WE ARE TRUSTED, RELIABLE AND RECOGNIZED Best Slovakia Tours, s.r.o. - Travel agency and Tour operator is recommended by Trip Advisor - the world's largest travel site. Best Slovakia Tours, s.r.o. - Travel agency and Tour operator is a member of Slovak Association of Travel Agencies and Tour Operators. Best Slovakia Tours, s.r.o. - Travel agency and Tour operator is fully insured against insolvency. It is a mandatory insurance for every tour operator in Slovakia. Best Slovakia Tours, s.r.o., Travel agency & Tour operator, Bohrova 7, Bratislava, Slovakia Phone: , peter@bestslovakiatours.com, Website is only operated by team of Best Slovakia Tours, s.r.o. VAT # SK