Trafalgar - 2012 Bohemian Highlights ex Frankfurt

From Germany to Poland, Budapest to Austria, and the Czech Republic, each of these countries maintains a unique, vibrant culture which are showcased for you on this dynamic expedition through Eastern Europe.

Explore coveted cities such as Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, Budapest, Vienna, Prague and Frankfurt.

Trafalgar Tours - Fine Travel

15 Day Escorted Coach Tour

Tour Type: Comfortable

Sightseeing Highlights

Berlin Sightseeing includes a visit to the Checkpoint Charlie Museum and views of the Reichstag, Tiergarten and Brandenburg Gate.
Poznan Visit the town known as the 'Cradle of the Polish State'.
Warsaw See the Old Town and site of the Warsaw Ghetto.
Czestochowa Visit the monastery of Jasna Gora.
Auschwitz Visit the concentration camp.
Krakow See the Cathedral and Royal Castle on Wawel Hill. Visit Mariacki Church and the Cloth Hall.
Budapest View the Chain Bridge and visit the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district and Fisherman's Bastion.
Gyor Visit the Baroque town centre.
Vienna Sightseeing includes views of St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg, Imperial Boulevards and Parliament.
Tabor Visit one-time headquarters of the Hussites.
Prague Visit St. Vitus Cathedral and the old town square.
Pilsen Visit a famous brewery and see the Škoda plant.
Frankfurt Orientation includes the Old Town.

Dining Highlights

Welcome Reception with your Travel Director in Berlin including Welcome Drinks and a light meal.
13 hot buffet breakfasts.
3 three-course dinners in hotels.
Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine in Warsaw.
Be My Guest dinner in Budapest.
Farewell Dinner with wine in Frankfurt.
Welcome Reception with your Travel Director in Berlin including Welcome Drinks and a light meal.
13 hot buffet breakfasts.
3 three-course dinners in hotels.
Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine in Warsaw.
Be My Guest dinner in Budapest.
Farewell Dinner with wine in Frankfurt.

First Class Travel Highlights

Includes all First Class features40-141.
A qualified Local Guide in Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, Budapest, Vienna and Prague.
Airport transfers are provided on Day 1 and Day 14 (see departure panel opposite42).
Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
A choice of hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilities.
All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach on sightseeing tours and transfers.
The services of a Trafalgar Local Host at Trafalgar’s recommended hotel.
Audio Headsets on all guided visits and included sightseeing.
A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet and map.

Airport Transfers

Transfers on Day 1 at Berlin Tegel Airport will operate at 9.00am and 1.00pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the first hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Frankfurt Airport at 8am and 10am.

Insider Highlights

Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure experience, unique to your itinerary, courtesy of your expert Travel Director.
Be My Guest Dinner at a vineyard in Budapest including delicious local specialities and wine.
Local Speciality Visit the Pilsner Urquell Brewery founded in 1842.

Your day by day itinerary:

Day 1 - Arrive Berlin (2 Nights)

Welcome to Berlin! Check-in this afternoon and enjoy an orientation drive through this fascinating city. Meet your Travel Director and companions later for a Welcome Reception.

Meal(s): (Welcome Reception)
Hotel: Hilton

Day 2 - Berlin Sightseeing and Free Time

See the Reichstag, Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden Boulevard and the German State Opera House with your expert Local Guide during your included sightseeing tour. Visit the Checkpoint Charlie Museum, named after the famous crossing point on the Berlin Wall. Spend free time afterwards shopping for souvenirs and exploring this captivating city!

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 3 - Berlin - Poznan - Warsaw (2 Nights)

From Berlin, cross the border into Poland at Frankfurt-an-der-Oder. Stop at Poznan to see the charming City Hall and Gothic Churches. Continue across the central plains to the Polish capital, Warsaw. After dinner this evening, you might like to explore the city’s nightlife or treat yourself to a Chopin recital.

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Mercure Grand/Novotel Warsaw Airport

Day 4 - Warsaw Sightseeing And Free Time

Admire Warsaw’s historic including the Old Town during your sightseeing tour with an expert Local Guide. Visit the site of the Warsaw Ghetto, shockingly evoked in Polanski's recent film, 'The Pianist'. Explore the city on your own during your free time. Consider a visit to the Wilanow Palace, a priceless testimony to the of Poland’s past. Join your companions this evening for a Highlight Dinner at a local restaurant.

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

Day 5 - Warsaw - Czestochowa - Auschwitz - Krakow (2 Nights)

Visit the 14th-century Jasna Gora Monastery at Czestochowa. This is Poland’s greatest place of pilgrimage and home of Black Madonna of Czestochowa, Jasna Gora’s most precious treasure. Later, your visit to the concentration camp at Auschwitz is a sobering reminder of the atrocities of World War II. Dine tonight at your hotel in the medieval city of Krakow.

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Park Inn

Day 6 - Krakow Sightseeing and Free Time

Krakow is one of Poland’s oldest and most exciting cities. Marvel at the Castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill during your morning sightseeing tour with an expert Local Guide. Visit the Cloth Hall and the Mariacki Church in the medieval Old Town during your guided walking tour. Later, consider a fascinating excursion to the Wieliczka salt mine. This evening, explore the city’s cultural attractions!

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 7 - Krakow - Slovakia - Budapest (2 Nights)

Drive south into the foothills of the Tatra Mountains and across the border into Slovakia. Admire the changing landscapes as you continue into Hungary. Arrive later at the majestic capital Budapest.

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Ramada Plaza

Day 8 - Budapest Sightseeing and Free Time

Built on the banks of the romantic River Danube, Budapest is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Your included sightseeing tour features views of the famous Chain Bridge, the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district and a visit to the Fisherman's Bastion. From here enjoy superb views of the Parliament and Danube. Afterwards, explore on your own or perhaps take a trip to Szentendre, a charming town popular with artists. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a special Be My Guest dinner at a vineyard on the outskirts of the city.

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Be My Guest dinner)

Day 9 - Budapest - Gyor - Vienna (2 Nights)

Cross the Transdanubia region - dotted with orchards and vineyards - to Györ. Visit this Roman town, which has retained much of its medieval and baroque charm. Arrive later in Vienna, your home for the next two nights.

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Hilton Danube

Day 10 - Vienna Sightseeing And Free Time

From the Parliament building to the Hofburg, the State Opera House to St. Stephen's Cathedral, admire the city’s imperial elegance on your included sightseeing tour with an expert Local Guide. Your guide also takes you on a walking tour through ‘Am Hof’, Vienna’s oldest and most secret quarter. Spend free time sightseeing on your own or shop on the fashionable Kärntnerstrasse. This evening, why not join an optional excursion and dine at a lively 'Heurigen' inn.

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 11 - Vienna - Tabor - Prague (2 Nights)

North into the Czech Republic, visit Tabor, once the headquarters of the 15th century religious reformer, John Huss. Arrive later later in the capital Prague, a lively hub of art and culture.

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Hilton

Day 12 - Prague Sightseeing and at Leisure

Your expert Local Guide explains the history of Prague during your guided sightseeing tour. Visit the impressive St. Vitus Cathedral, which is set inside the 1,000 year-old Prague Castle. Cross the Vltava River to the cobblestoned old town square and view the Astronomical Clock. Spend time afterwards seeing more sights or perhaps enjoy a lunch cruise on the Vltava river.

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 13 - Prague - Pilsen - Frankfurt (Offenbach)

In Pilsen, see the Škoda factory and enjoy an included visit to a famous brewery where pilsner originated. Continue west across the German border before arriving in Frankfurt for your final night. Tonight, celebrate with your travelling companions at a Farewell Dinner.

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Hotel: Sheraton Offenbach

Day 14 - Depart Frankfurt

Say farewell to your new found friends at the end of your memorable holiday. Transfers are available to Frankfurt Airport. Conditions apply.

Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

2 night stops makes for a comfortable sightseeing/orientation tour. Starting and finishing in Frankfurt presents many options. With Trafalgar's inclusions this is good value from $3,599pp share twin.

Sunday departures from 06 May to 14 October 2012.

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