Journey Through Central Europe
The countries and lands of Central Europe are fascinating in their diversity. The countries we visit on our journey have endured tumultuous recent histories in the wake of the Second World War and, with the exception of Austria, decades of Communism. However, prior to the 20th Century, the area had known grandeur and splendour, as the ruling class of the ‘old’ Europe left their mark with grand palaces and monuments that still stand as a proud testament today to this time of plenty. In recent times change has occurred rapidly as the wave of democracy has spilt over from Western Europe and a rich nationalism and thirst for independance has swept through the former 'Eastern Bloc.' The towns and cities are full of historic and grandiose buildings that give a hint as to the former greatness of the Hapsburg Empire. Prague, Cesky Krumlov, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest and Krakow have found the happy marriage of past and present. Modern day bustling and cosmopolitan cities whose monuments, culture and legacies will carry you back through the centuries.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Sun) Arrive in Prague. |
| 2-3 | Sightseeing tour of Prague. Explore the impressive Prague Castle. |
| 4 | Travel to Kutna Hora. Visit famous Cathedral of Saint Barbara. Continue on to Cesky Krumlov. |
| 5 | Morning tour of Cesky Krumlov. Free afternoon. |
| 6 | Boat ride through the Wachau Valley to Austria. |
| 7 | Walking tour of Vienna, including St Stephen's Cathedral and the Hapsburg’s Winter Palace. Coffee and cake in Viennese cafe. Free afternoon. |
| 8 | Travel into Slovakia and explore the charming capital of Bratislava. |
| 9 | Travel into Hungary. Visit the town of Esztergom, Visegrad Castle and the artist's town of Szentendre. Drive to Budapest. |
| 10 | Sightseeing tour of Budapest. |
| 11 | Free day to further explore Budapest. |
| 12 | Drive via northern Hungary and the Slovakian town of Banska Bystrica to Krakow in Poland. |
| 13 | Morning sightseeing tour of Krakow. Afternoon free. |
| 14 | Our trip ends this morning in Krakow (Sat). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
14 days |
Trip Code |
PEJC |
Activities |
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| Culture (Easy) | |
Minimum Passengers |
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| 6 people | |
Maximum Passengers |
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| 15 people | |
Countries Visited |
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| Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia | |
Start City |
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| Prague | |
End City |
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| Krakow, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland | |
