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YOUR ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
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DAY 1 |
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Overnight Flight |
DAY 2 - 3 |
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Arcotel John F, Berlin |
DAY 4 - 5 |
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Diplomat Hotel, Prague |
DAY 6 - 7 |
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Arcotel Kaiserwasser, Vienna |
DAY 8 - 9 |
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Radisson Blu Beke, Budapest |
DAY 10 - 11 |
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Andels Hotel, Krakow |
DAY 12 - 13 |
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Westin, Warsaw |
On some dates alternate hotels may be used. |
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Magnificent Cities of Central & Eastern Europe
I have 20 seats reserved for this tour, guaranteed only until May 15, 2012. After that date, anyone wishing to join my group will be on a waiting list. So if you are interested, you should get your deposit of $250 plus the waiver insurance fee of $200 as soon as possible.
Once you pay the deposit and insurance, nothing is due until the final payment on August 15, 21012. You can make partial payments between the payment of the deposit and the final due date.
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Day 1: Sunday, October 14, 2012
Overnight Flight
Your journey to Central and Eastern Europe begins with an overnight flight to Germany.
Day 2: Monday, October 15, 2012
Arrive Berlin, Germany
Your tour begins today in Berlin. Tonight, join your fellow passengers for a welcome dinner.
Today Dinner is included.
Day 3: Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Berlin - Potsdam - Berlin
Begin the day with a trip to Potsdam to see the impressive Sans Souci Palace*. Return to Berlin for a comprehensive tour featuring Brandenburg Gate, Charlottenburg Palace, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Schoenberg City Hall, Kurfuerstendam and
the Reichstag Building. Then pass through the area which was once “Check Point Charlie,” and see what remains of the Berlin Wall.
Today Breakfast is included.
Day 4: Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Berlin - Prague, Czech Republic
After a brief introduction to key words and phrases of the local language, depart Berlin for the “Golden City” of Prague. Along the way, stop in Dresden, capital of the state of Saxony and an architectural gem on the banks of the Elbe River. Upon arrival in Prague, your afternoon is at leisure to explore this wonderful city.
Today Breakfast and Dinner are included.
Day 5: Thursday, October 18, 2012
Prague
Your introduction to this fairy tale city begins with a visit to the amazing Hradcany Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral. Continue with a leisurely walking tour through the old town, showcasing the unique astronomical clock and the statue-lined Charles Bridge. The afternoon is at leisure to independently explore the city.
Today Breakfast is included.
Day 6: Friday, October 19, 2012
Prague - Vienna, Austria
Leaving the Czech Republic, arrive in colorful and vibrant Vienna, Austria, the "musical city." Tonight's dinner is in one of Vienna's great local restaurants.
Today Breakfast and Dinner are included.
Day 7: Saturday, October 20, 2012
Vienna
A tour of the city showcases some of its architectural marvels, including the magnificent St. Stephan’s Cathedral and the lavish Schoenbrunn Palace, the summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty. The remainder of the day is yours to experience all that Vienna has to offer.
Today Breakfast is included.
Day 8: Sunday, October 21, 2012
Vienna - Budapest, Hungary
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| Sit back, relax and enjoy the picturesque Hungarian countryside en route to historic Budapest. Here, you’ll discover Budapest, divided by the Danube with the historic Buda on one side and the cosmopolitan Pest on the opposite side.
Today Breakfast and Dinner are included.
Day 9: Monday, October 22, 2012
Budapest
The beautiful city of Budapest is often referred to as "the Queen of the Danube." Today, a local expert provides an informative city tour featuring Fishermen's Bastion, Mathias Church, Old Buda, the New Parliament and Gellert Hill. A special stop is made at Heroes Square, a unique monument to the many diverse leaders of Hungary. Later, enjoy free time to explore Budapest on your own.
Today Breakfast is included.
Day 10: Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Budapest - Slovakia - Krakow, Poland
Enjoy a scenic drive along the Low Tatra mountain range of Slovakia en route to Poland. Your home for the next two nights is the lively city of Krakow, which still offers an old world charm.
Today Breakfast and Dinner are included.
Day 11: Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Krakow
A city tour of Krakow’s historic Old Town features Market Square, St. Mary’s Church, the University, and Wawel Castle, a former residence of Polish kings. The afternoon is at leisure for you to enjoy the city on your own.
Today Breakfast is included.
Day 12: Thursday, October 25, 2012
Krakow - Auschwitz - Czestochowa - Warsaw
A local expert guides you through the former concentration camp of Auschwitz. See first hand the various prison cells and learn the history of the prison and many of the hardships that occurred within those walls. Next, travel north to the spiritual center of Poland and the hallowed shrine of the Jasna Gora Monastery in Czestochowa. Make your way through the monastery where you will see the famous Black Madonna, a sacred icon. The Black Madonna is world-renowned with more than 5 million pilgrims flocking to Czestochowa yearly to pay their respects. Later this afternoon you will arrive in the capital city of Warsaw.
Today Breakfast is included.
Day 13: Friday, October 26, 2012
Warsaw
The moving history of Warsaw, both joyous and tragic, is yours to embrace as you embark on a locally-guided tour of this capital city. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a memorable trip.
Today Breakfast and Dinner are included.
Day 14: Saturday, October 27, 2012
Warsaw - Tour Ends
Today Breakfast is included.
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