Imperial Highlights
Imperial Highlights
Imperial Highlights
10 Days Starting and ending in Munich, Germany
Visiting: Munich, Prague, Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg
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Tour code:
CCOXZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Imperial Highlights" tour and explore the rich history and culture of Central Europe. This journey takes you through Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and Austria, starting and ending in Munich. Enjoy guided city tours, including Munich's Marienplatz, Prague's Castle and Old Town Square, and Budapest's Castle Hill. Visit the charming cities of Regensburg, Bratislava, and Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart. With an expert Travel Director and professional driver, travel in luxury air-conditioned coaches, stay in cherry-picked hotels, and savor many included meals. Enhance your experience with optional excursions and enjoy the convenience of audio headsets for sightseeing.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Munich
Location: Munich
Accommodation: Leonardo City South
Accommodation Name: Leonardo City South
Say Prost to Germany's beer capital and hello to a glorious encounter with the imperial capitals of central Europe. After settling in to your hotel, meet up with your Travel Director and hit the streets with an orientation tour of the city. Munich's church spires tower over the rest of the city, a nod to an age-old custom that places the city's history and artistry above modernity and you’ll love soaking up Munich’s old-world Bavarian charm. See the elegant Marienplatz featuring the Old and New Town Halls and watch the famous performance of the Glockenspiel which shares the stories of a royal wedding, jousting knights and the dance of the coopers. With the rest of the day free to explore Munich your way, why not head to an outdoor Biergarten for a stein and plenty of good times in the buzzing atmosphere.
Day 2: Munich – Regensburg – Prague
Location: Prague
Accommodation: Ibis Praha Mala Strana
Accommodation Name: Ibis Praha Mala Strana
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Your first stop today is in the UNESCO-listed town of Regensburg with its beautifully preserved medieval center and gothic cathedral which overlooks the town's historic façades and Danube river. Crossing the border into the Czech Republic, we’ll visit Prague later, famed as the 'City of a Hundred Spires'. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a Brothers Grimm fairy tale and you can turn up the magic even more with a stroll through the illuminated city at night on an Optional Experience. Your introduction to Prague will reveal all the highlights of its historic streets, followed by a drink at a favorite local pub celebrating the crisp brews for which Prague is so famous.
Day 3: Prague Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Prague
Accommodation: Ibis Praha Mala Strana
Accommodation Name: Ibis Praha Mala Strana
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you’ll travel back in time as we dive into Prague's history – a city whose iconic beauty spared it from destruction in World War II when the rest of Europe's capitals lay in ruins. Your Local Specialist will lead the way on your sightseeing tour featuring the stunning Prague Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus and the Old Town Square. With the rest of the afternoon free to explore Prague your way, why not head back to the Old Town Square to watch the Astronomical Clock's magical hourly Walk of the Apostles perhaps with a toasty trdelník in hand. Or see another beautiful side of the city from the water, with an optional lunch cruise along the Vltava that will reveal the legends, myths and hidden secrets of this enchanting city.
Day 4: Prague – Bratislava – Budapest
Location: Budapest
Accommodation: Ibis Castle Hill
Accommodation Name: Ibis Castle Hill
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your journey through the medieval kingdom of Moravia this morning leads through the southern Czech Republic into Slovakia where you’ll stop briefly in its capital, Bratislava. See the Old Town and its 15th-century Old Town Hall before continuing to Budapest, whose two halves straddle the beautiful Danube River. With your evening free, why not begin your exploration of the 'Paris of the East' on the water with an optional private dinner cruise featuring Hungarian specialties and unforgettable views of the illuminated city.
Day 5: Budapest Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Budapest
Accommodation: Ibis Castle Hill
Accommodation Name: Ibis Castle Hill
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is all about unearthing the multicultural melting pot that shaped this European crossroads. You’ll kick things off with a sightseeing tour of Budapest with your Local Specialist. With the rest of the day to explore as you please, the question is really where to start? Perhaps join an optional tour to the medieval town of Szentendre, set on the banks of the Danube, or choose an Optional Experience this evening that will have you kicking up your heels with a traditional Hungarian dinner and colorful folklore and music.
Day 6: Budapest – Győr – Vienna
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Senator
Accommodation Name: Senator
Meals Included: Breakfast
Perhaps take the opportunity to join our pre-reserved morning visit to the most expensively built Parliament in Europe, and home to the legendary Hungarian Crown. Continue the decadence at the Imperial Gundel Cafe for a taste of their signature pancakes. Cross the hilly Transdanubia region bound for Győr, located midway between Budapest and Vienna. Next stop is the Austrian capital itself where art, architecture and above all music hit all the right notes for an inspiring evening.
Day 7: Vienna Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Senator
Accommodation Name: Senator
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, perhaps join an Optional Experience guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburgs, one of the most influential royal families in Europe. Vienna has held on to her regal roots as you'll come to discover when you meet a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour around the city. Continue your love affair with the music of Vienna this evening with an Optional Experience that will see you enjoying dinner and the symphonies and sonatas of Mozart and Strauss.
Day 8: Vienna – Salzburg
Location: Salzburg
Accommodation: Austria Trend Salzburg Messe
Accommodation Name: Austria Trend Salzburg Messe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we’ll follow the Danube Valley, passing the impressive Benedictine monastery at Melk perched on top of a rocky bastion overlooking the river. Snap some gorgeous shots then continue to Salzburg, where it’s all about uncovering the city’s rich history and musical past. Your Local Specialist will lead the charge as you go in search of 'The Sound of Music' and you’ll take a stroll through the Mirabell Gardens, where the von Trapp children once sang 'Do-Re-Mi'. This afternoon, continue your exploration of this gorgeous city your way. Perhaps treat your cultural side to a few hours spent wandering through the Baroque-filled Old Town to see the Cathedral where Mozart was baptised. You can even visit his nearby birthplace on Getreidegasse, which has been turned into a museum documenting his incredible life.
Day 9: Salzburg – Munich
Location: Munich
Accommodation: Leonardo City South
Accommodation Name: Leonardo City South
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Wave goodbye to Austria this morning as Bavaria beckons once again. You’ll have plenty of chances to explore the spectacular alpine region with a morning Optional Experience on your Europe value tour. Get out there on a scenic drive through the Bavarian Alps to Berchtesgaden, climbing over 1,500 meters along one of the most beautiful mountain roads in Europe. Or visit Hitler's retreat known as the Eagle's Nest and learn about its infamous history as you admire the stunning mountain views. Later you'll return to Munich and enjoy a final dinner together.
Day 10: Depart Munich
Location: Munich
Meals Included: Breakfast
With the wonderful hospitality of your Bavarian hosts still fresh in your mind, you'll spend your final moments in Munich reminiscing over a journey filled with Europe's imperial capitals and all their incredible history, culture and nature. Say a fond pfiat di to your new friends and prepare for your onward journey home.
What's Included
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Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included.
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Cherry-Picked Hotels
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, are included.
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Meals
Many meals and daily breakfasts are included.
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City Orientation Tours
City orientation tours are included.
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Audio Headsets
Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences.
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Luxury Coach
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries is included.
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Choice Optional Experiences
An extensive variety of Choice Optional Experiences is included.
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Hotel Substitutions
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
What's Not Included
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Optional Experiences
Optional experiences such as night city tours, lunch cruises, and private dinner cruises are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees and other travel documentation costs are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in luxury with an air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi in most countries, ensuring a comfortable and connected journey throughout Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and Austria.
Accommodation
Stay in cherry-picked hotels such as Leonardo City South in Munich, Ibis Praha Mala Strana in Prague, Ibis Castle Hill in Budapest, Senator in Vienna, and Austria Trend Salzburg Messe in Salzburg, all tried and trusted for comfort and convenience.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes many meals and daily breakfasts. Specifically, there are 9 breakfasts and 3 dinners included.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries.
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Are there any optional experiences available during the tour?
Yes, there is an extensive variety of Choice Optional Experiences available throughout the tour.
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Will there be a local guide during the sightseeing tours?
Yes, local specialists will lead the sightseeing tours in various cities, including Prague, Budapest, and Vienna.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
The tour includes stays at cherry-picked hotels that are all tried and trusted. On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
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Is there any special equipment provided for the tours?
Yes, audio headsets are provided throughout the holiday to enhance the included sightseeing experiences.
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What is the starting and ending location of the tour?
The tour starts and ends in Munich, Germany.
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What kind of activities are included in Munich?
In Munich, you will have an orientation tour of the city, see the Marienplatz with the Old and New Town Halls, and watch the famous performance of the Glockenspiel. You will also have free time to explore the city on your own.
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What can I expect during the visit to Prague?
In Prague, you will have a walking tour with a local specialist that includes views of Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, and the Old Town Square. You will also have free time to explore the city on your own.
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What are some highlights of the visit to Budapest?
In Budapest, you will have a sightseeing tour with a local specialist, and you can join optional experiences such as a private dinner cruise on the Danube or a traditional Hungarian dinner with folklore and music.
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What will I see in Vienna?
In Vienna, you will have a sightseeing tour with a local specialist, and you can join optional experiences such as a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace or an evening of dinner and music featuring Mozart and Strauss.
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What is included in the visit to Salzburg?
In Salzburg, you will have a tour with a local specialist that includes a visit to the Mirabell Gardens and other sites related to 'The Sound of Music'. You will also have free time to explore the city, including the Baroque-filled Old Town and Mozart's birthplace.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.
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Costsaver requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of costsaver charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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