Easy Pace Budapest, Vienna & Prague - Classic Group, Summer
Easy Pace Budapest, Vienna & Prague - Classic Group, Summer
Easy Pace Budapest, Vienna & Prague - Classic Group, Summer
10 Days Starting in Budapest, Hungary and ending in Prague, Czech Republic
Visiting: Budapest, Vienna, Český Krumlov, Prague
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Tour code:
E705ZN20
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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Tour Overview
See the iconic capital city sights of Budapest, Vienna and Prague as your local Travel Director takes the reins on this 10-day adventure. Starting with a spot of Budapest sightseeing, your introduction to Hungary’s capital tracks through the cobblestone streets of the Castle district to the sweeping city views from the Fisherman’s Bastion. Journey along the Danube to Vienna—the home of the Habsburg royals. The regal grandeur of Schonbrunn Palace gives way to an abundance of local dining in Vienna and the chance to taste Austria’s most delectable dishes. In the Czech Republic, the fairytale town of Ceský Krumlov delights with its ageless charm and in Prague, your Local Expert guides you through the city of a hundred spires.
Choice Highlights
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Vienna: Visit a traditional coffeehouse to enjoy Viennese specialties of coffee and Sachertorte.
Top Rated Highlights
- Budapest: See Heroes' Square and Andrássy Boulevard. Spend time in the popular pedestrian shopping street of Váci utca and see the mighty Danube with its many bridges linking Buda and Pest.
- Gyor: Stop in this pretty town known for its Baroque charm.
- Vienna: A guided exploration of Schonbrunn Palace will have all your senses tingling. Stand beneath frescoed ceilings, crystal chandeliers and gilded Rococo frames where Mozart performed as a child prodigy.
- Vienna: Travel along the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
- Cesky Krumlov: Your Travel Director will lead you on an orientation of the city as you explore the medieval streets of this fairy-tale town.
- Prague: Explore Prague with your local expert, walk the courtyards of the Castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Maybe take a river cruise through the heart of the city or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route? Czechs are passionate about their beer, so be sure to try the local pilsners together with hearty Czech cuisine
Authentic Dining
Budapest: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, where you can indulge in traditional Hungarian flavors! Try a hearty bowl of goulash, or, savor the creamy goodness of chicken paprikash, a comforting dish of chicken simmered in a flavourful paprika-infused sauce.
Prague: Upon arrival in ''You are invited to a 'Dine-Around' progressive dinner experience in a number of exciting venues in the heart of Prague's Mala Strana district, topped off with a visit to the famous Charles bridge!
Prague: Enjoy your dinner at a specially selected Prague restaurant, encapsulates the very essence of the Golden City.
Insight Choice
Vienna: Visit a traditional coffeehouse to enjoy Viennese specialties of coffee and Sachertorte.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Budapest
Location: Budapest
Accommodation: Hotel Nemzeti Budapest - MGallery.
Accommodation Name: Novotel Budapest Centrum
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to the wonderful Hungarian Capital of Budapest. Enjoy your day before meeting your Travel Director and travel companions this evening. Tonight you are in for a treat with your dinner. Dine in elegance as you savor hearty, Hungarian delicacies accompanied with specially selected wines.
Day 2: Budapest, Queen Of The Danube
Location: Budapest
Accommodation: Hotel Nemzeti Budapest - MGallery.
Accommodation Name: Novotel Budapest Centrum
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a tour of the Liszt Music Academy, followed by an enchanting recital by one of the students. Producing incredible musical talent, the university was founded by piano virtuoso and composer Franz Liszt in 1875. Drive along the elegant boulevards en route to Heroes’ Square. Across the river in Buda, walk with your Local Expert in the Castle District area.
Day 3: Free Time In Budapest Relaxed Start
Location: Budapest
Accommodation: Hotel Nemzeti Budapest - MGallery.
Accommodation Name: Novotel Budapest Centrum
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The day is at leisure to immerse yourself in Budapest's history, culture and gastronomy. Perhaps, visit a thermal bath, spend time browsing the boutiques on Vaci Street or relax in a sidewalk café. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 4: On To Stately Vienna
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna MGallery by Sofitel, Vienna.
Accommodation Name: Am Konzerthaus MGallery by Sofitel, Vienna
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel to the pretty town of Győr, located on the confluence of the Danube, Rába and Rábca rivers. Cross the border and continue to stately Vienna, known for its elegant coffee houses and lavish architecture steeped in history. In the evening, sit down to a meal of authentic Viennese cuisine, a perfect complement to this enchanting city.
Day 5: Vienna And The Habsburgs
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna MGallery by Sofitel, Vienna.
Accommodation Name: Am Konzerthaus MGallery by Sofitel, Vienna
Meals Included: Breakfast
Much of Vienna’s present-day charm is due to the long reign of the Habsburgs. Join a Local Expert for a private visit of Maria Theresa’s Schönbrunn Palace and explore its formal gardens at your own pace. Then, ready your camera for a dazzling drive around the famous Ring Road. This grand boulevard, built along the lines of the old city walls, showcases many of the capital’s architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence, Austrian Parliament Building and Karlskirche.Explore Vienna with Insight Choice. Choose to visit a traditional Viennese café to enjoy local specialties of coffee and Sachertorte or MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience by taking to the floor in a Viennese Waltz dance workshop, supporting the visually impaired community. Dancing in the dark, in a specially designed sensory studio, will be a unique experience for all your senses. The afternoon is at your leisure.
Day 6: Vienna At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna MGallery by Sofitel, Vienna.
Accommodation Name: Am Konzerthaus MGallery by Sofitel, Vienna
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover the regal grandeur of Vienna as you explore at your own pace. Perhaps start at St. Stephen’s Cathedral - one of Europe’s great Gothic structures, or browse the shops of the bustling Kärntnerstrasse? You may wish to add another capital to your travels with a visit across the Slovakian border to Bratislava. Ask your Travel Director to recommend local attractions and restaurants as you appreciate the long summer evening in one of Europe's most elegant cities.
Day 7: Charming Český Krumlov And Golden Prague
Location: Český Krumlov
Accommodation: K+K Hotel Central, Prague.
Accommodation Name: K+K Central, Prague
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Once over the Czech border, continue to picturesque Český Krumlov, where you'll start with a brief orientation tour of this fairy-tale town, straight out of the Middle Ages. Enjoy some free time to explore and appreciate views of the Vltava River. Wander through the cobblestone, traffic-free streets, past colorful houses that lead up to the finest castle in the land. In the afternoon, continue through the green Bohemian countryside to Prague. Upon arrival to ''The Golden City'', you are invited to a 'Dine-Around' progressive dinner experience in a number of exciting venues in the heart of Prague's Mala Strana district, topped off with a visit to the famous Charles bridge!
Day 8: Prague, City Of A Hundred Spires
Location: Prague
Accommodation: K+K Hotel Central, Prague.
Accommodation Name: K+K Central, Prague
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore Prague with your Local Expert. Walk the courtyards of the castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Perhaps take a river cruise through the heart of the city or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route. Czechs are passionate about their beer, so be sure to try the local pilsners, paired with hearty Czech cuisine.
Day 9: Prague At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Prague
Accommodation: K+K Hotel Central, Prague.
Accommodation Name: K+K Central, Prague
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Wind along cobbled lanes and discover a treasure trove of hidden gems as you explore Prague at your own pace. Perhaps cross the border to Germany and explore Dresden? This evening, tantalise your taste buds with a rousing dinner of local specialties at a restaurant.
Day 10: Depart Prague
Location: Prague
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your journey comes to an end after breakfast.
What's Included
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Meals
Includes 9 Breakfasts (B), 5 Dinners with Wine (DW), and 1 Morning Tea (MT) to give you a taste of the local cuisine.
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Unique Experiences
Choose between two carefully selected activities in Vienna, enjoy a traditional coffeehouse visit, a Viennese Waltz workshop, a tour of the Liszt Music Academy in Budapest, and more.
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Local Expertise
Benefit from the knowledge of Local Experts as you visit iconic sites like St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague, the historic Prague Castle, and Matthias Church in Budapest.
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Luxury Transportation
Travel in comfort with Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
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Hotel and Restaurant Tips
Tips are included, ensuring you never have to worry about how much to give.
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Luggage Handling
Enjoy the ease of having your bags carried for you and delivered to your hotel door.
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Wi-Fi Availability
Stay connected with complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
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Airport Transfers
Transfers are available at scheduled times if your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included and must be booked separately.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Optional Activities
Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.
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Personal Expenses
Items of a personal nature, including souvenirs, laundry, and additional food and beverages.
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Visa Fees
Any required visa fees for entry into visited countries are not included.
Dining Summary
- 5 Dinner (D)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
Additional Included Highlights
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
- If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Insight Experiences
- Budapest: Enjoy a tour of the Liszt Music Academy with a student, followed by an enchanting recital. Producing incredible musical talent, the university was founded by piano virtuoso and composer Franz Liszt in 1875.
Well-being
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
- Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are offered in Vienna during the tour?
In Vienna, you can choose between visiting a traditional coffeehouse to enjoy Viennese specialties of coffee and Sachertorte, or participating in a Viennese Waltz workshop designed to support the visually impaired community. This workshop, called 'Dancing without Barriers', takes place in the dark in a specially designed sensory studio.
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What kind of dining experiences can I expect in Budapest?
In Budapest, you will have a Dine-Around Evening where you can choose your own ambience and cuisine from a handpicked selection of restaurants, allowing you to savor hearty Hungarian delicacies.
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What is included in the Prague itinerary?
In Prague, you will explore the city with a local expert, walk the courtyards of the Castle, and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. You will also have the opportunity to explore the city on your own, perhaps taking a river cruise or walking along the Royal Route. Additionally, you will enjoy a dinner at a specially selected Prague restaurant.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Airport transfers are available at scheduled times if your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides luxury transportation in an air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and an onboard washroom. The coach is sanitized before the start of the tour and maintained to high standards, with physical distancing measures implemented.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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