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10 Days Prague, Vienna & Budapest
Brochure Type : Winter 2010/11
Tour code:
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1 - Arrive Prague ( 3 nights )
Welcome to the Golden city of Prague, renowned for its gleaming golden spires. After hotel check-in, there is time to relax or to start to explore this magnificent city. Later, enjoy a Welcome Drink and dinner with your Tour Director and travelling companions. ( Dinner )
Hotel : Holiday Inn Congress Centre
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Day 2 -
Prague Sightseeing and At Leisure
This morning our guided walking tour includes a visit to the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral which stands within the precincts of ancient Prague Castle. Later we walk down to the spacious Old Town Square to admire the Astronomical Clock and to have views of the Charles Bridge. Afterwards, maybe take a lunch cruise on the Vltava River or shop for bargains in Bohemian crystal or unique costume jewellery? ( Buffet Breakfast )
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Day 3 -
Prague
At Leisure
A full day at leisure and there is so much to see and do, perhaps take an excursion to the German city of Dresden or visit one of the castles on the outskirts of the city? In the evening perhaps drink some refreshing Pilsen beer or attend an opera performance in one of Prague's many theatres. This evening we enjoy a 'Be My Guest' dinner of authentic local cuisine. ( Buffet Breakfast / 'Be My Guest' Dinner )
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Day 4 -
Prague
– Bratislava – Vienna ( 3 nights )
Today we travel south via Brno, one-time headquarters of Napoleon, to Bratislava, capital of Slovak Republic, where we see the Presidential Palace and the quaint Old Town. Then we cross the border into Austria and continue to the imperial capital city of Vienna. Tonight, why not take a stroll through the Prater Park and take a ride on the famous big wheel, immortalized by the film ' The Third Man'. ( Buffet Breakfast )
Hotel : Hilton Danube
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Vienna Sightseeing and At Leisure
Today's guided sightseeing tour shows us the Hofburg Palace, the Parliament Buildings, the Opera House, St. Stephen's Cathedral and we take a walk through the oldest part of the city. Later there is free time to explore further on your own or maybe to take a trip into the magnificent Vienna Woods which lie just outside the city. Tonight, we enjoy a Highlight Dinner of Viennese specialities at a 'Heurige', a local wine tavern situated just outside Vienna.
( Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner )
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Day 6 -
Vienna At Leisure
Enjoy a full day at leisure. Perhaps shop in the Karntnerstrasse, visit beautiful Schonbrunn Palace or visit Vienna's more unusual museums such as the one dedicated to Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, who taught at the university for many years. Later, maybe treat yourself to coffee and a delicious pastry in a typical Viennese coffee house or take in a concert of Strauss music? ( Buffet Breakfast )
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Day 7 -
Vienna - Esztergom - Budapest ( 3 nights )
This morning it is only a short drive to the Hungarian border. We drive along the route known and the Danube bend with its quaint old villages and orchards. Here we stop at Esztergom and see its fine cathedral, castle and St. Tamas Hill before following the Danube to Budapest and our hotel for the next three nights. ( Buffet Breakfast )
Hotel: Ramada Plaza / Novotel Congress
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Day 8 -
Budapest Sightseeing and At Leisure
Today our sightseeing tour with the local guide includes a walking tour of old Buda which shows us among other monuments, the Matthias Church and Fishermen's Bastion. Later we also see the Great Synagogue and Heroes' Square. Then free time to shop for Hungarian embroidery or fine porcelain and tonight maybe sample Hungarian specialities in a local restaurant to the accompaniment of traditional romantic gypsy style music ! ( Buffet Breakfast )
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Day 9 -
Budapest At Leisure
A full day to relax and enjoy the sights or perhaps indulge in some spa treatments at one of the Turkish baths. Tonight, join your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner with wine in a local restaurant to celebrate the end of your tour together. ( Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner )
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Day 10 -
Depart Budapest
This morning it is time to bid farewell to new-found friends and your Tour Director. There are transfers provided to Budapest Airport to arrive at approximately 07.00 and 11.00 for your return flight home, conditions apply. ( Buffet Breakfast )
Important information: Visas may be required for this tour, please speak with your travel agent at the time of booking to assess your specific requirements.
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10 Days From US$1425 |
| Starts Prague |
Ends Budapest |
Twin Share |
Starts Prague |
Ends Budapest |
Twin Share |
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05 Nov 10 |
Sun
14 Nov 10 |
US$1425 |
Fri
04 Feb 11 |
Sun
13 Feb 11 |
US$1425 |
| Fri
12 Nov 10 |
Sun
21 Nov 10 |
US$1425 |
Fri
18 Feb 11 |
Sun
27 Feb 11 |
US$1425 |
| Fri
19 Nov 10 |
Sun
28 Nov 10 |
US$1425 |
Fri
04 Mar 11 |
Sun
13 Mar 11 |
US$1425 |
| Fri
26 Nov 10 |
Sun
05 Dec 10 |
US$1425 |
Fri
11 Mar 11 |
Sun
20 Mar 11 |
US$1425 |
| Fri
03 Dec 10 |
Sun
12 Dec 10 |
US$1425 |
Fri
18 Mar 11 |
Sun
27 Mar 11 |
US$1425 |
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10 Dec 10 |
Sun
19 Dec 10 |
US$1425 |
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25 Mar 11 |
Sun
03 Apr 11 |
US$1425 |
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17 Dec 10* |
Sun
26 Dec 10 |
US$1450 |
Fri
01 Apr 11 |
Sun
10 Apr 11 |
US$1425 |
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24 Dec 10* |
Sun
02 Jan 11 |
US$1599 |
Fri
08 Apr 11 |
Sun
17 Apr 11 |
US$1425 |
2011 |
Fri
15 Apr 11 |
Sun
24 Apr 11 |
US$1425 |
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07 Jan 11* |
Sun
16 Jan 11 |
US$1425 |
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21 Jan 11 |
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30 Jan 11 |
US$1425 |
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Single room supplement ( Departs 24Dec10 ) : US$420
Single room supplement ( Other Departures ) : US$380
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| Triple room reduction US$40 |
Early Payment Discount
10 months US$105 |
Early Payment Discount
6 months US$70 |
| 2nd Tour Discount SAVE up to US$80 p.p. |
Young Traveller Discount US$140 |
| All prices are per person, twin share. |
Free airport Transfers :
Transfers on Day 1 at Prague Airport will operate at 09.00, 11.00 and 13.00. Passengers arriving later should make their own way to the first hotel. Return transfers on the last touring day will arrive at Budapest Airport at 07.00 and 11.00. |
Important note :
For Trafalgar's other great savings,
extra night accommodation and air details, please refer to
Great Saving pages. |
Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights :
Tour departure 17 December will celebrate Christmas in Budapest and tour departure 24 December will celebrate Christmas in Prague and New Year's Eve in Budapest in true European style. |
* Family Experiences :
17 & 24 December & 7 January - will include the entrance to the Toy Museum in Prague Castle and a Prater Wheel ride followed by hot chocolate & cake in Vienna. On these departures quad rooms are available for families with young children. Reduction per person in quad room is US$150. Check with your travel agent for family discounts available for other room types. Tour price supplement per adult US$30. |
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- Sightseeing
Highlights
- Prague Sightseeing tour visits St. Vitus Cathedral and features Prague Castle, the Old Town Square and views of the Charles Bridge.
- Bratislava See the Presidential Palace and the quaint Old Town.
- Vienna Sightseeing includes the Parliament, the Opera House and St. Stephen's Cathedral.
- Esztergom See the cathedral, Castle Hill and St. Tamas Hill.
- Budapest Sightseeing features the Matthias Church, the Great Synagogue, Fishermen's Bastion and Heroes' Square.
- Hidden Treasure: Our Tour Directors, with their years of experience, have discovered many genuine secret treasures of Europe and at least one will be revealed to you as a spontaneous surprise during your Trafalgar tour.
- Dinning Highlights
- Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Prague.
- 9 hot buffet breakfasts.
- 1 three-course dinner.
- 'Be My Guest' dinner in Prague.
- Highlight dinner with wine in Vienna.
- Farewell Dinner with wine in Budapest.
- First Class Travel
Highlights
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