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From to castles to villages, discover the mysteries of Central Europe
From their Bohemian roots to the best of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Art Nouveau, these Central European countries offer such a rich tapestry of culture and history – to say nothing of the world-class cuisine and breathtaking natural beauty. Explore mysterious castles, visit colourful small villages, tackle mountain trails and taste exquisite local food and wine on this winding detour from Prague to Berlin.
- Code
- PEHA
- Physical rating
- Trip rating
- 3 reviews
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 12
Why you'll love this trip
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Dine on regional flavours with a sommelier-guided tasting in the cellar of Buda Castle, a sampling of smoked Oscypek cheese near the Polish border, vodka tasting in Krakow and more.
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Delve deeper into history in Cesky Krumlov during a storytelling session at a secret location, where you can sip wine as you listen to tales of medieval intrigue.
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Discover vistas of waterfalls and wildflowers during a guided hike in the High Tatras Mountains, then return to your luxurious Alpine hotel to relax.
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The cobblestone streets and winding alleys of Central Europe are perfect for exploring in a small group. Let a local guide you through cities like Prague, Vienna, Krakow and more.
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Spend a day exploring Ksiaz Castle on a guided tour, including parts of the tunnel system that was intended to connect it to a top-secret Nazi military compound.
Is this trip right for you?
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This tour visits the Tatra Mountains. The region is best discovered on foot and the itinerary includes a guided hike. If you do not wish to hike you are welcome to avail yourself of the facilities at our luxurious feature stay hotel.
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On Day 11 you travel from Tatra Mountains in Slovakia to Krakow in Poland. The road is good but winds through mountain passes, making it a challenge for those prone to motion sickness.
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The places visited on this trip often have cobblestone streets. Wheeling luggage across these surfaces can be difficult. For this reason we recommend following the guidelines in the Packing section of the Essential Trip Information.
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Don’t let the heat keep you from exploring the world! Summer temperatures can be very high in some of the regions we visit, which can make things uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat, and drink plenty of water.
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A visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is not included but can be done in free time on day 13. Pre-booking is recommended.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Hotel Clement or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Dinner
Special Information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.Accommodation
- Hotel Clement or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Prague - Prague Discovery Urban Adventure with Local Guide
Optional Activities
- Prague - National Museum - CZK120
- Prague - Kafka Museum - CZK260
- Prague - Museum of Communism - CZK380
- Prague - Town Hall Clock Tower - CZK250
- Urban Adventure - Bohemian Tastes and Neighborhoods - EUR58
- Prague - Beer and Czech Tapas Tour Urban Adventure - EUR75
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Pension Familia or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Cesky Krumlov - Story Telling
- Cesky Krumlov - Evening Walking Tour with Local Guide
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Pension Familia or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Cesky Krumlov - Egon Schiele Art Centrum - CZK200
- Cesky Krumlov - Rafting or Canoe Trip (per person) - CZK1200
- Cesky Krumlov - Canoe Trip - CZK700
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Bellvue or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Vienna - Walking Tour with Local Guide
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Bellvue or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Vienna - Prater Ferris Wheel - EUR12
- Vienna - Spanish Riding School Practice - EUR28
- Vienna - Belvedere Gallery (Lower Gallery) - EUR14
- Vienna - Schoenbrunn Palace - EUR18
- Vienna - Hofburg Palace & Sisi Museum - EUR15
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
You can avoid the queues at Schoenbrunn Palace by pre-booking tickets at www.schoenbrunn.at.Accommodation
- Museum Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Budapest
- Budapest - Faust Wine Cellar Tasting
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Museum Hotel or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Budapest - Hungarian State Opera House Tour - HUF3000
- Budapest - Hungarian National Museum - HUF2600
- Budapest - Great Synagogue - HUF4850
- Budapest - House of Terror - HUF3000
- Budapest - Szechenyi Thermal Baths (starting from) - HUF4500
- Budapest - Bike Ride - HUF6000
- Budapest - Buda Castle Explorer Urban Adventure - EUR55
- Budapest - Bites & Sights Food Tour Urban Adventure - EUR79
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Grand Hotel Smokevec (feature stay) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Godollo - Royal Palace of Godollo Visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Grand Hotel Smokevec (feature stay) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Tatra Mountains - Tatranska Lomnica Gondola
- Tatra Mountains - Hrebienok Funicular
- Tatra Mountains - Tatra Electric Train
- Tatra Mountains - Hiking Excursion
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
Today’s walk is not particularly challenging, but a basic level of fitness will help you to enjoy it to the fullest. The route includes gradual hill ascents and descents and walking on gravel and uneven rocky surfaces with some slippery sections. The route itself will be decided on the day, depending on weather and group abilities. Parts of it will involve traveling by funicular, gondola and electric train. A snack lunch will be supplied during the hike. An alternative, easier route can be suggested by the tour leader to those who wish to hike unguided. We recommend a good pair of comfortable walking shoes and layered clothes for unpredictable mountain weather.Accommodation
- Hotel Polski pod Bialym Orlem or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Zakopane - Oscypek Cheese Tasting
- Chocholow - Village Walk & Traditional Lunch
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Hotel Polski pod Bialym Orlem or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Krakow - Walking Tour with Local Guide
- Krakow - Vodka Tasting
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Polski pod Bialym Orlem or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Krakow - Galicia Jewish Museum - PLN17
- Krakow - St Mary's Basilica - PLN10
- Krakow - Wawel Royal Castle - PLN25
- Krakow - History Museum - PLN8
- Krakow - Food by Foot Urban Adventure - EUR73
- Krakow - Home Cooked Krakow Urban Adventure - EUR65
- Wieliczka - Salt Mines - PLN145
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
A visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is not included today, however there will be plenty of time to visit if you wish. Pre-booking is strongly recommended as soon as you confirmed your travels. To do so, please visit official museum website. You can also ask your leader to help you at the beginning of the trip, but there is no guarantee tickets will be available then. A guided visit is the only option and takes approximately 2.5 hours plus transfer times that may need a separate booking. Transfers can be organised at the start of the trip.Accommodation
- Art hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Nowa Huta - Stories of Poland's Communist Past with Local Guide
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Art hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Guided Tour of Wroclaw
- Panorama Raclawicka
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Ksiaz Castle Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Ksiaz Castle tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Zoe (1 night)
Included Activities
- Boleslawiec pottery factory visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Optional Activities
- Berlin - Storyline of Berlin Urban Adventure - EUR61
- Berlin - Reichstag (time slot must be booked online in advance) - Free
- Berlin - Story of Berlin Museum - EUR12
- Urban Adventures - Hidden Berlin - EUR71
- Berlin - Checkpoint Charlie Museum - EUR14
- Berlin - Jewish Museum - EUR8
- Berlin - TV Tower - EUR16
- Berlin - Food and Art in Funky Kreuzberg Urban Adventure - EUR78
- Berlin - Schloss Charlottenburg - EUR21
- Berlin - Pergamon Museum - EUR19
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
17 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinnersTransport
Private minibus, Metro, TaxiAccommodation
15 nights comfortable hotel, 2 nights feature stayIncluded Activities
- Prague - Prague Discovery Urban Adventure with Local Guide
- Cesky Krumlov - Story Telling
- Cesky Krumlov - Evening Walking Tour with Local Guide
- Vienna - Walking Tour with Local Guide
- Guided tour of Budapest
- Budapest - Faust Wine Cellar Tasting
- Godollo - Royal Palace of Godollo Visit
- Tatra Mountains - Tatranska Lomnica Gondola
- Tatra Mountains - Hrebienok Funicular
- Tatra Mountains - Tatra Electric Train
- Tatra Mountains - Hiking Excursion
- Zakopane - Oscypek Cheese Tasting
- Chocholow - Village Walk & Traditional Lunch
- Krakow - Walking Tour with Local Guide
- Krakow - Vodka Tasting
- Nowa Huta - Stories of Poland's Communist Past with Local Guide
- Guided Tour of Wroclaw
- Panorama Raclawicka
- Ksiaz Castle tour
- Boleslawiec pottery factory visit
Dates & availability - 2021 season
Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. There are a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. This trip ends at 12pm on Day 18 in Berlin. We recommend staying an additional night or two to explore this fantastic city.

Essential trip information
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