Description
9-day private tour of 7 people exploring Berlin, Prague, Cesky Krumlov, Hallstatt, Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest with 4-star hotels and curated meals.
- Departure City
- Berlin
- Destination
- Budapest
- Tour No.
- BERBUD9V
- Tour Days
- 9 Days 8 Nights
- Group Size
- 4-7 people (minimum 4 guests)
- Single Occupancy Price
- $3549 per person
- Double Occupancy Price
- $3049 per person
- Departure Date
- Daily departure; additional $150 per person for June and September departures
- Boarding Location
- Berlin Brandenburg Airport Willy Brandt (BER), Melli-Beese-Ring 1, 12529 Schönefeld, Germany; Free pick-up 9:00-21:00
- Drop-off Location
- Budapest Airport (BUD), Budapest, 1185 Hungary
- Transportation
- Vehicle (type determined by group size)
- Currency
- USD
- Waypoints
- Prague, Cesky Krumlov, Hallstatt, Vienna, Bratislava
web.tour_section.highlights
- Eastern European gourmet experience: 3 Western meals (Hallstatt, Czech pork elbow, Budapest Western buffet) and 2 Chinese meals
- 4-star hotels throughout with booking scores of 7.5 or above; 2 nights each in Vienna and Prague
- Experienced tour guides with 10+ years experience and professional drivers
- Classic tour of 5 Eastern European capitals: Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest
- UNESCO World Heritage sites: Cesky Krumlov (medieval fairy-tale town), Hallstatt (most beautiful town in Europe)
- Iconic landmarks: Schönbrunn Palace, Fisherman's Bastion with panoramic Budapest views
- Free overseas travel medical insurance for all VIP tour members
- Airport pick-up and drop-off service included
web.tour_section.itinerary
Berlin
Arrive at Berlin International Airport. Tour guide will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. Free airport pick-up services available 9:00-21:00.
Berlin - Potsdam - Dresden
Visit Berlin, the political, cultural, transportation and economic center of Germany. Visit Berlin Victory Column (outside), Brandenburg Gate (outside), Reichstag building (outside), Berlin Cathedral (outside), Berlin Wall (outside). Proceed to Potsdam: Potsdam Old Town Gate (30 mins), Dutch Quarter (30 mins). Travel to Dresden.
Dresden - Prague
Morning: Visit Dresden, known as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and 'Florence on the Elbe', the former capital of the Kingdom of Saxony. Afternoon: Proceed to Prague, the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic. Visit Prague Castle (inside, 30 mins), St. Vitus Cathedral (inside, 15 mins), Golden Lane (15 mins), Old Royal Palace (15 mins), St. George's Basilica (15 mins).
Prague
Visit Charles Bridge, a 14th century stone bridge and main pedestrian route (15 mins). Visit Old Town Hall with the famous Astronomical Clock (outside, 30 mins). See The Astronomical Clock (outside). Visit The Church of our Lady before Tyn (outside). Explore Old Town Square, Prague (30 mins). Visit Powder Tower/Prašná brána (outside, 15 mins).
Prague - Cesky Krumlov - České Budějovice
Travel to Cesky Krumlov, a world cultural heritage city with medieval atmosphere, white walls, red tiles, and stone roads. Visit the castle with Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque elements. Visit Svornosti Square (15 mins), the central square with fountain and Black Death memorial stone column. Proceed to České Budějovice.
České Budějovice - Hallstatt - Vienna
Travel to Hallstatt, known as the most magnificent and charming part of Austria and one of the most beautiful towns in Austria. Visit the ancient market built on the mountain and picturesque streets. Stroll through the overlapping wooden houses characteristic of this UNESCO World Heritage site in the Salzkammergut Lake District. Proceed to Vienna.
Vienna
Explore Vienna, the 'City of Music' and one of the most beautiful cities of the 'Goddess of the Danube'. Visit Vienna State Opera (outside, 15 mins), Golden Hall/Musikverein (outside, 15 mins), The Golden Strauss memorial (outside, 15 mins), Hofburg (outside, 15 mins), St. Stephen's Cathedral (outside, 15 mins), Black Death Memorial Column/Pestsäule (outside, 15 mins). Drive through Ringstrasse Boulevard. Visit Carinthian Street shopping area (30 mins). Visit Café Central (outside, 15 mins).
Vienna - Bratislava - Budapest
Visit Schönbrunn Palace (60 mins), a UNESCO World Heritage Baroque complex with magnificent furnishings. Travel to Bratislava. Visit Slovak National Theatre (outside, 15 mins), Michael Gate (outside, 15 mins), Presidential Palace Square (15 mins), Maximilian's fountain (15 mins). View Bratislava Castle from distance. Cross Suspension Bridge (15 mins). Arrive in Budapest. Visit Heroes' Square (30 mins), Matthias Church (outside, 15 mins), Fisherman's Bastion (inside, 45 mins) with bird's eye view of Budapest, Budapest City Park (40 mins) with thermal baths and museums.
Budapest - Home
Conclude the Eastern Europe tour. Book a suitable flight to leave Budapest Airport (BUD) according to your needs. Staff provide one drop-off service from hotel at 6:00-11:00 in the morning. For early flights before 7:00 AM, guide can arrange taxi.
web.tour_section.inclusions
- 8 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfasts
- Total 5 special meals (3 Western meals: Hallstatt Western food, Czech pork elbow meal, Budapest Western buffet; 2 Chinese meals)
- Chinese-speaking driver-guide with daily communication English ability
- Vehicle for the full itinerary (type determined by group size)
- Road tax for Germany, Austria, Czech Republic
- Entrance fees for Cesky Krumlov and Hallstatt
- Prague Castle Package admission ticket
- Fisherman's Bastion admission ticket
- Schönbrunn Palace admission (including Chinese earphone explanation)
- Airport pick-up and drop-off service (6:00-11:00 AM drop-off on final day)
- Free overseas travel medical insurance for all VIP tour members
web.tour_section.exclusions
- Flight tickets, taxes, visa fees, and passport processing fees
- Lunch and dinner (except 5 special meals included)
- Service fee: EUR 15 per day per person
- Personal expenses: laundry, haircut, telephone, fax, pay TV, drinks, tips
- Any personal expenses not listed in inclusions
web.tour_section.notes
- Minimum group size: 4 people; maximum 7 people. If fewer than 4 people, guests may pay for 4 persons' tour fee to join.
- Additional charge: $150 per person for departures in June and September.
- Early flight departures (before 7:00 AM) from Budapest on Day 9: guide can help arrange taxi.
- Optional extras available: Budapest Danube Cruise (€50 per person, ~1 hour), Vienna Concert (from €125 per person, book 24 hrs in advance, non-refundable), The Golden Hall (€55 per person, ~1 hour), Outlet Parndorf (€30 per person, ~2 hours).
- Private tour group type: up to 7 people
- Tour guide arrangements include booking and itinerary coordination for optional activities