Bohemian Dream

Bohemian Dream

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Bohemian Dream

9 Days Starting in Budapest, Hungary and ending in Prague, Czech Republic

Visiting: Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Cesky Krumlov, Prague

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

RF-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, History

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2519 $2268 Barrhead discount: -$251

NB: Prices correct on 25-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on the "Bohemian Dream" tour, a cultural journey through the heart of Central Europe, visiting Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovakia. Begin in Budapest with a welcome dinner and explore iconic sites like Heroes Square and Fishermen's Bastion. Discover the historic charm of Esztergom and Bratislava, including St. Martin's Church and medieval fortifications. In Vienna, enjoy a traditional Kaffee und Kuchen experience and a waltz lesson. Wander through the medieval streets of Cesky Krumlov and visit the majestic Hluboka Castle. Savor a taste of history at the Budvar Brewery in Ceske Budejovice. Conclude your adventure in Prague, with guided sightseeing of the Astronomical Clock and Hradcany Castle grounds, and a farewell dinner. This tour offers a blend of guided walking tours and coach transfers, ensuring a seamless exploration of UNESCO World Heritage sites and cultural landmarks.

Highlights

  • Heroes Square and Fishermen's Bastion in Budapest

  • Guided walking tour of Esztergom, including the Basilica and Treasury

  • Visit to St. Martin's Church and medieval fortifications in Bratislava

  • Historic local café experience in Vienna for Kaffee und Kuchen

  • Walking tour of the medieval town of Cesky Krumlov

  • Visit to Hluboka Castle and Budvar Brewery in Ceske Budejovice

  • Guided sightseeing in Prague, including the Astronomical Clock and Hradcany Castle grounds

  • UNESCO Sites: Budapest, Historic Centre of Prague, Historic Centre of Vienna

Places You'll See

Courtyard By Marriott City Center

Clarion Congress Hotel Bratislava

Zeitgeist Hauptbahnof

The Old Inn

Vienna House By Wyndham Andel's Prague

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Budapest,Hungary

Location: Budapest

Meals Included: Dinner

At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at the hotel.

Day 2: Budapest

Location: Budapest

Meals Included: Breakfast

BUDAPEST The Pearl of the Danube BUDAPEST Follow a guided sightseeing featuring Heroes Square, a panoramic view from Fishermen’s Bastion and a visit to the Synagogue. Free afternoon and evening.
(B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT History suggests Fisherman’s Bastion owes its name to a medieval fishermen’s guild, who lived under the castle walls, and was responsible for preserving this part of the city. A visit to Budapest is not complete without a stop here to take in the most enchanting views of the capital of Hungary.


Day 3: Budapest,Esztergom,Bratislava,Slovakia

Location: Bratislava

Meals Included: Breakfast

BUDAPEST–ESZTERGOM–BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA Capital Cities ESZTERGOM Guided walking tour of Hungary’s former capital includes a visit to the Basilica and Treasury.
BRATISLAVA Guided walking tour includes a visit St. Martin’s church. Also see the medieval fortifications, Hlavne Namestie square and the Town Hall. (B)
127mi / 205km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CITY SIGHTS Situated on the Danube River with the Little Carpathian Mountains as its backdrop, Bratislava is a real gem, a capital city with a local vibe. Watch out for “Cumil” one the city’s most photographed residents - the bronze statue of a worker peering from a manhole at passersby.


Day 4: Bratislava,Vienna,Austria

Location: Vienna

Meals Included: Breakfast

BRATISLAVA–VIENNA, AUSTRIA The City of Music VIENNA Guided sightseeing features a drive along the famous Ringstrasse and a visit to St. Stephen’s Cathedral. (B)
68mi / 110km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Fall in love with the Austrian city that has played an important role throughout history. It is easy to see how musical geniuses such as Mozart and Strauss were inspired by this captivating city.


Day 5: Vienna

Location: Vienna

Meals Included: Breakfast

VIENNA Sweet Traditions VIENNA Enjoy an [LF] exclusive waltz dancing lesson in the city of Strauss followed by a delicious [LF] Kaffee und Kuchen (coffee and cake) at an historic local Café. (B)

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES The Viennese coffee house culture has roots dating back to the end of the Ottoman siege on Vienna and the coffee beans that were left behind. The coffee houses that opened around the city became popular as places to socialize, or as inspiration for literary artists. Famous for their atmosphere, elegant decor, and delicious pastries, the Viennese coffee house culture has been listed by UNESCO as an “intangible Cultural Heritage.”


Day 6: Vienna,Cesky Krumlov,Czech Republic

Location: Cesky Krumlov

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

VIENNA–CESKY KRUMLOV, CZECH REPUBLIC Medieval Gem CESKY KRUMLOV Follow your local guide on a walking tour to see the main sights of this medieval town. (B,D)
130 mi / 210 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT The name Cesky Krumlov is thought to mean “crooked meadow” and originates from the town’s location on a bend of the Vltava River. Its most distinct architectural feature is the castle complex, one of the largest in Central Europe, consisting of 40 buildings and palaces. Now a state-owned property, it was owned by different noble families through the centuries and has many fascinating tales to tell.


Day 7: Cesky Krumlov,Hluboka Castle,Ceske Budejovice,Prague

Mr Kane!
Panagiotis Myrelis
Steffen Breitung

Location: Prague

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

CESKY KRUMLOV–HLUBOKA CASTLE–CESKE BUDEJOVICE–PRAGUE What’s in a Name? HLUBOKA NAD VLTAVOU Visit Hluboka Castle.
CESKE BUDEJOVICE [LF] Visit the Budvar (Budweiser) Brewery followed by a light lunch.
PRAGUE Free time this evening. (B,L,D)
112 mi / 180 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTE The town of Ceske Budejovice was once called Budweis, and ever since it was founded in the 13th century beer brewing has been an important industry. In the 16th century this beer became known as the “Beer of Kings.” When Adolphus Busch and Carl Conrad visited Budweis in the 19th century, they decided to produce their own version of the beer back home in the USA and named it “Budweiser” “of Budweis,” and gave it the motto “King of Beers.”


Day 8: Prague

Mr Kane!
Panagiotis Myrelis
Steffen Breitung

Location: Prague

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

PRAGUE Spend your day your way in Prague PRAGUE Guided sightseeing includes the Astronomical ClockExplore more of Prague with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.Farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)TAKE YOUR PICKHISTORIC TRIUMPHS: Delve into the history of former Czechoslovakia, whose people endured communist rule for decades under the the Soviet regime. Join a Local Guide who shares personal experiences of the era, having lived and worked through this period under government control. Follow your guide to Wenceslas Square, where the historic Velvet Revolution began, and hear fascinating and moving stories about life in Prague during the communist era and its emergence as a democratic republic today. ORCASTLES & TOASTS: Amazing history and architectural beauty awaits you on this memorable guided walking tour through the largest castle complex in the world, Prague’s 1,100-year-old Castle District. Join an expert guide and see the baroque Malá Strana Quarter, 9th-century Prague Castle, Old Royal Palace, and the Romanesque St. George’s Basilica. Stroll along the cobblestones of the Golden Lane with its pastel cottages that once housed soldiers, alchemists, and castle servants. You’ll also enjoy an inside visit of St. Vitus' Cathedral, one of Europe’s largest churches and coronation site of Czech kings and queens throughout the centuries. Later, taste St. Wenceslas wine in the vineyards at the foot of the castle while enjoying the breathtaking view of Prague's iconic spires - a truly a remarkable experience!

Day 9: Prague

Mr Kane!
Panagiotis Myrelis
Steffen Breitung

Location: Prague

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

  • Welcome Dinner

    A welcome dinner at the hotel in Budapest on the first day.

  • Guided Sightseeing in Budapest

    Guided sightseeing in Budapest including Heroes Square, a panoramic view from Fishermen’s Bastion, and a visit to the Synagogue.

  • Guided Walking Tour in Esztergom

    Guided walking tour of Hungary’s former capital, Esztergom, including a visit to the Basilica and Treasury.

  • Guided Walking Tour in Bratislava

    Guided walking tour in Bratislava including a visit to St. Martin’s church, medieval fortifications, Hlavne Namestie square, and the Town Hall.

  • Kaffee und Kuchen in Vienna

    Join the locals at a historic local Café in Vienna for Kaffee und Kuchen (coffee and cake).

  • Guided Walking Tour in Cesky Krumlov

    Follow your local guide on a walking tour to see the main sights of Cesky Krumlov.

  • Visit to Hluboka Castle

    Visit Hluboka Castle in Hluboka nad Vltavou.

  • Visit to Budvar Brewery

    Visit the Budvar (Budweiser) Brewery in Ceske Budejovice followed by a light lunch.

  • Guided Sightseeing in Prague

    Guided sightseeing in Prague including the Astronomical Clock and the Hradcany Castle grounds.

  • Farewell Dinner

    Farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Prague.

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What's Not Included

  • Flights

    Flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities for the tour director, driver, and local guides are not included.

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.

UNESCO Sites

Budapest (including the Banks of the Danube, the Buda Castle Quarter and Andr?ssy Avenue)|Historic Centre of Cesky Krumlov|Historic Centre of Prague|Historic Centre of Vienna

Accommodation

Stay in comfort at the Courtyard by Marriott City Center in Budapest, Clarion Congress Hotel in Bratislava, Zeitgeist Hauptbahnof in Vienna, The Old Inn in Cesky Krumlov, and Vienna House By Wyndham Andel's Prague.

Meals

8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinner

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is used during the Bohemian Dream tour?

    The Bohemian Dream tour includes guided walking tours and coach transfers between key cities such as Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Cesky Krumlov, and Prague.

  • Are meals included in the Bohemian Dream tour?

    Yes, the tour includes 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 4 dinners. A welcome dinner is provided on the first day in Budapest, and a farewell dinner is included in Prague.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect on the Bohemian Dream tour?

    The tour includes stays at various hotels: Courtyard by Marriott City Center in Budapest, Clarion Congress Hotel Bratislava, Zeitgeist Hauptbahnof in Vienna, The Old Inn in Cesky Krumlov, and Vienna House By Wyndham Andel's Prague in Prague.

  • Is there a special cultural experience included in Vienna?

    Yes, in Vienna, you will enjoy an exclusive waltz dancing lesson followed by Kaffee und Kuchen (coffee and cake) at a historic local café.

  • What are some of the highlights of the guided sightseeing in Prague?

    The guided sightseeing in Prague includes visits to the Astronomical Clock and the Hradcany Castle grounds.

  • Is there a brewery visit included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes a visit to the Budvar (Budweiser) Brewery in Ceske Budejovice, followed by a light lunch.

  • What is the starting and ending location of the Bohemian Dream tour?

    The tour starts in Budapest, Hungary, and ends in Prague, Czech Republic.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.

Reviews of this operator

Lisset  

Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

Joan Cupp (Google Reviewer)  

My go-to escorted travel Co My...

01-Mar-2024

My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R  

What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus

10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

Alexander Wright  

Great guide, accommodations, and tours.

28-Dec-2022

We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.

CTRTeach 11  

Globus exceeded my expectations!

20-Dec-2022

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Nancy Arias  

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!!

Irish Beth Maddock (Google Reviewer)  

Did the Globus Highlands and...

30-Sep-2023

Did the Globus Highlands and Islands Scottish Tour with Ian and Allister. What a trip!! With his sharp wit, immense knowledge and fun humour, Ian absolutely brought Scotland to vivid life with his many tales, informative quips and total, utter passion for history. Was spellbound. Am so VERY thankful I had the opportunity to be on Ian's last bus tour before retiring with Globus. In addition, to being so hard working and helpful, with Allister our driver, I cannot tell you how safe and secure I felt in his capable driving hands. He had some very awkward traffic and interesting roads to navigate with our large bus, (especially on the islands and up north) but he handled it all expertly and without a hitch. So much so, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey. All in all, with our tour, you could tell both these kind men cared very much for those of us who needed the extra help and advice. Made my bucket list trip to Scotland so memorable and wonderful. Thank you Ian and Allister! Globus is truly fortunate to have you both.

Patty Walker (Google Reviewer)  

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11-Aug-2024

Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland and Scotland. August 2024. Let me begin with the positive , the Tour guide was knowledgable, personable and educated! He also was extremely professional and took a genuine interest in providing the highest quality of service to the client. The bus was clean and comfortable and well maintained. The driver was highly experienced and provided excellent transportation. The excursions were acceptable and enjoyable. The Variety of age groups on the trip made for wonderful traveling companions. But unfortunately, that is where the positive ends. The Leonardo hotels that are part of the chain and experience for this specific tour are below quality. We spent a night in a room with a leak in the ceiling. That was known before we checked in and continued to leak while we were there. Another Leonardo hotel, we could not get out of our room. Due to the carpet being ripped up and blocking the door. Most of these hotels I would have walked away from, had I been on my own individual trip. The customer service is missing, customer safety is also missing in these hotels. There is lack of concern to assist customers to their rooms even when it is there responsibility to change the room, there isn't assistance offered. Never have I experienced where you had to absolutely be your own advocate. Because there is no customer concern or care. Quality of food provided is also below standards. It is frowned upon if you request something and often denied. We even had a situation where another individual was placed in the same room we were in and it was considered a "oh well too bad for you." Again, we had to transport our own luggage and bags to a new room. Only after we were our own advocates. We said this stranger and ourselves are not going to stay in the same room. Finally, we received a good room, a room that would be found acceptable in every day normal travel, and we had to change again. Because there was a missing part in a Radiator and this was known to the hotel but yet they still booked us into a room. The radiator would not turn off and the room was steaming hot. So once again, we had to transfer all of our luggage and personal items and trudged down stairwell and elevators to once again change rooms. This is so sad for a bucket list, once in a lifetime, save your money and go on your anniversary trip. The rooms are old and out, dated with stains and tears in carpets and materials. Some of the missing items are a safety concern. Buyer beware! The communication for traveling in other countries is not to the level of customer service and satisfaction that we are used to, we did not expect this level of unacceptable accommodations, much like staying in a hostile. It is the Globus/Cosmos Travel companies responsibility to make sure their accommodations for housing is up to the level of expectations of their customers. The accommodations provided are a reflection of Globus/Cosmos business model and integrity in the global travel industry. This is not everything we experienced, but just a few examples. At this time, their brand appears to be old, outdated, without concern or care for the safety of their clients or their health and welfare as applied to accomodations.Customer service, is their lost art. Choose carefully for travel service. And I would not recommend Globus or Cosmos.

Suneetha Raja (Google Reviewer)  

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06-Jul-2024

I have done Newfoundland & Labrador with Iceberg Festival tour with Globus in June 2024. It was absolute rubbish for the price I paid towards the tour. Terrible hotels, horrible meals, barely any sightseeing that is worth while the visit, most importantly, the Iceberg festival never happened. Globus sold this specific tour departure date as the only way to attend this supposed Iceberg Festival. I felt cheated after paying 3527£ for a 13 day tour considering the only reason I picked this departure date was because I wanted to attend this Iceberg festival. I could have used my time and money in a better way doing a different tour with another company. A Canadian company who did the exact same tour is doing it for £2400. I have been travelling with Globus and Cosmos tours since 2008. However, this company tours have been terrible after the covid shutdowns. They are charging more than the premium companies and not providing the equivalent service on par with the prices. Safe to say that I won't be recommending Globus and Cosmos tours to anyone. Try other tour companies that are on the market.

Lynda Bailey (Google Reviewer)  

I really enjoyed my Cosmos...

11-Jun-2024

I really enjoyed my Cosmos tour to Italy last September. However I was totally disappointed by two major things which completely changed the atmosphere of the holiday for me. One was the 'last minute' rearrangement of one of our hotels which then put us well outside of Florence on a trading estate for two nights instead of walking distance from the city walls. That completely blocked any plans or ideas of enjoying Florence in the evening. My biggest disappointment was the terrible travel arrangements and associated advice about travelling through Heathrow Cosmos put in place for me and for which they refused to be accountable despite the fact that they had made the ticket booking on my behalf and I had asked them for appropriate check in advice at all key points before I travelled. As a result I was put on standby when I should never have been (even the BA departure staff were shocked at this) and separated from my luggage which travelled on a later flight. I spent over 6 hrs of my first day in Rome in the airport waiting for my luggage and subsequent transfer to my hotel, without any assistance from Cosmos or BA airside staff. When I complained after my holiday, Cosmos would not take any responsibility at all for the fact that I lost the first day of my holiday and approx. 50% of the time I was due to spend in Rome, preferring to blame BA who in turn were uncontactable about my complaint. Very poor customer service indeed.

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