Highlights of Eastern Europe
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Experience Overview
Shine a spotlight on Prague's colorful medieval streets and good times with a local Hungarian family at their winery. On this exciting eastern Europe trip you’ll get to know all the highlights and hidden gems of eight spellbinding countries.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 8 Dinner (D)
- 16 Breakfast (B)
Be My Guest
- Budapest: Join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian dinner and hear the story of their winery, which dates back to the 19th century.
Iconic Experience
- Vienna: Walk through the first district, Inner Stadt, as your Local Specialist reveals the historic core of the city. Tour the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
- Ljubljana: Join your Travel Director for an orientation of the city. See City Hall, Prešeren Square, the pink facade of the Franciscan Church of the Annunciation and the iconic Triple Bridge. You'll also catch a view of Ljubljana Castle watching over the city from its hilltop perch.
- Lake Bled: Take the day to enjoy the forests and mountains of Lake Bled.
- Zagreb: Take in the scenic landscapes of Zagreb.
- Lake Balaton: Take in the views of the largest lake in Central Europe - Lake Balaton.
- Budapest: Spend the day basking in the iconic views of Budapest.
- Kraków: Walk around the beautiful town square, Rynek Glówny. See the famous Sukiennice Cloth Hall, St. Mary's Basilica and the many historic townhouses, palaces and churches.
- Auschwitz: Bear witness to the horrors/atrocities of the Holocaust at Auschwitz.
- Warsaw: See the Old Town, Palace of Culture and visit the Chopin Memorial in the Lazienki Park before paying your respects at the Ghetto Heroes Memorial.
- Berlin: Take in panoramic views of the city from the observation platform of the Berlin TV Tower.
- Berlin: During a sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist, admire Berlin landmarks like the Tiergarten and the neo- Renaissance Reichstag.
- Dresden: Stroll through the historic center of Dresden and learn about the city's reconstruction.
- Prague: Led by your Local Specialist, explore the delightful Old Town Square and see the detailed Astronomical Clock that attracts onlookers each hour.
- Tábor: Enjoy a brief stroll through Tábor and perhaps visit Žižkovo Square to admire the Gothic and Renaissance details of the town.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Vienna: Enjoy a wine tasting at Stift Klosterneuburg - a leader in sustainability and the first carbon neutral winery in Austria.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Vienna, Ljubljana, Zagreb, Budapest, Kraków, Warsaw, Berlin and Prague
- Discover Dresden
- Visit Lake Bled in Slovenia, Castle Hill District in Budapest, the former concentration camp at Auschwitz, Berlin TV Tower, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague and Tábor
- View Lake Balaton, the Archbishop's Palace and the Opera House in Zagreb, Wawel Royal Castle in Kraków and Brandenburg Gate in Berlin
Trip Details
Product Code: 20694
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+
Tour Operator:
Trafalgar (CA)
Supplier Code: 102.1418B
Starts: Vienna, Austria
Finishes: Vienna, Austria
Duration: 17 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $6,003 ($353 /day)
Itinerary
Tune into the enchanting musical heritage of Vienna, your launch pad to a grand adventure through the highlights of Eastern Europe. This afternoon, a Local Specialist will guide you through Old Town Vienna on foot. You'll get a chance to admire the Hofburg Palace, Imperial Boulevards and the beloved St. Stephen's Cathedral, with its colorful tiled roof. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a welcome meeting and light dinner to kick off your holiday.
Accommodation: Imperial Riding School
Meals: Dinner
We cross the border to Slovenia. Join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour to see Ljubljana's Opera House, Cathedral, Three Bridges Square and Castle. This evening, we dine at our hotel.
Accommodation: One66
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Arrive at Lake Bled, an exquisite natural retreat set against the backdrop of forests and mountains. During your free time, you could consider taking a boat trip on its crystal clear waters to admire the castle, which clings dramatically to a cliff rising up from the lake's edge.
Accommodation: One66
Meals: Breakfast
We cross into Croatia and travel to its capital, Zagreb – our home for the next two nights. Join a Local Specialist who will share the landmarks of the city's Lower and Upper Town, including the Gothic Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, the Opera House and St. Mark's Church, with its exquisitely colored roof. You'll have a free evening to spend as you wish. Consider heading to Tkalčićeva Street to enjoy the lively evening atmosphere.
Accommodation: Zonar Zagreb
Meals: Breakfast
Take time to explore a tale of two hilltop settlements and Zagreb's scenic cityscape, to this day lit by gas lamps in the Upper Town. Spend the day on your own, paying homage to the patron saint of Zagreb at its Stone Gate, or enjoying the city views from Strossmartre.
Accommodation: Zonar Zagreb
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Crossing the border into Hungary, we enjoy a photo stop on the shores of Lake Balaton, the largest lake in Central Europe and affectionately known by locals as the 'Hungarian Sea'. We continue to the romantic capital of Budapest – our home for the next two nights. Perhaps, sail along the Danube on a scenic river cruise, enjoy a dinner of traditional Hungarian dishes and breath-taking views, or relax in the healing waters of the Szecheyni Spa Bath as the sun sets.
Accommodation: Ensana Thermal Margaret Island
Meals: Breakfast
Today, we join a Local Specialist for a walking tour of the Castle district to admire picture-perfect views of the Danube and Fisherman's Bastion. Cross the Danube to continue your sightseeing in Pest, seeing the imposing Parliament and the Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. This evening we meet a local family of winemakers, who pride themselves on their organic production. Enjoy their home smoked Mangalica ham and hear their unique family story at our BMG Experience.
Accommodation: Ensana Thermal Margaret Island
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
The exquisite natural landscape of Slovakia provides a scenic backdrop for our journey to Poland, past the foothills of the Tatra Mountains. We arrive in the enchanting city of Kraków. Consider an evening of lively Polish entertainment with dinner, or perhaps visit a traditional Polish Wódka Bar.
Accommodation: Novotel Centrum
Meals: Breakfast
A leisurely walk through the beautiful streets of Kraków today with our Local Specialist will include such highlights as the Royal Castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill, recognized as the most historically and culturally significant site in Poland. We continue through the Old Town to hear the bugle warning from St. Mary's Church and view of the Cloth Hall. Spend the afternoon exploring the city on your own or consider visiting a traditional milk bar. Enjoy a slice of Polish sernik babci in the Old Town Square or join an Optional Experience to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, where underground chambers are hewn out of rock salt. This evening, we dine at our hotel.
Accommodation: Novotel Centrum
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Our journey this morning takes us to the former concentration camp at Auschwitz, a poignant reminder of the horrors perpetrated during the Holocaust. This evening, we arrive in the elegant Polish capital of Warsaw, where we will dine at our hotel.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Sobieski
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Connect with the youthful energy of Warsaw, a city that has triumphed over the tragedy of war and the shackles of communism. This morning, we join a Local Specialist visiting the Old Town, which the Nazis destroyed to retaliate against the Warsaw Uprising. You'll also see the site of the Warsaw Ghetto, immortalized in the Roman Polanski film – 'The Pianist'. Spend the rest of the day exploring the sights on your own, or celebrate the talents of Chopin during a private recital of Chopin's works.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Sobieski
Meals: Breakfast
Journey across Poland's patchwork countryside along the Autostrada Wolności (Motorway of Freedom) which was first initiated by Nazi Germany to connect Berlin with Poland and left unfinished for decades after World War II. Continue west into Germany and arrive in Berlin, a capital city with an enviable youthful verve and charisma. Here you’ll enjoy an evening at leisure to explore the city your way, or join us for a truly memorable optional evening in former West Berlin.
Accommodation: AC by Marriott
Meals: Breakfast
This morning, witness spectacular panoramic views of the city from the Berlin TV Tower. Then join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour through the city's great landmarks, including the Neoclassical Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden Boulevard and the Reichstag Building, lovingly restored after it fell into disuse after World War II. Spend the afternoon people-watching on Friedrichstrasse with an Fassbrause or join an Optional Experience to discover Berlin’s turbulent past.
Accommodation: AC by Marriott
Meals: Breakfast
Travel through the Spreewald Forest to Dresden - its iconic domes and spires almost entirely rebuilt after the Allied Forces left their deep scars on the city during World War II. Hear about its restoration during your orientation tour as you stroll through its streets to see the Semper Opera, Zwinger Palace and fully reconstructed Frauenkirche. We leave Germany behind and travel to the Czech Republic, arriving later in glorious Prague, straddling the mighty Vltava. Spend your evening savoring hearty Czech flavors during a Regional Dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodation: Vienna House Diplomat
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore exquisite Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque façades as you ramble through the ancient streets of Prague with your Local Specialist who will share insights into the city's centuries-old history. Marvel at Prague Castle and the Cathedral of St Vitus, then pass the Old New Synagogue on our way to the Old Town Square. Don't miss the hourly walk of the Apostles at the famous Astronomical Clock during your free time exploring. Perhaps indulge in some delicious sweet pastry Trdelník in the Old Town Square, admire the view from Petřín Hill or consider a relaxing cruise on the Vltava.
Accommodation: Vienna House Diplomat
Meals: Breakfast
Journey through the lush green and golden landscapes of southern Bohemia, stopping in Tábor, once a Hussite stronghold. Later, we travel to the imperial city of Vienna, where we'll take part in a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and enjoy a final Farewell Dinner together with our fellow travelers and Travel Director.
Accommodation: Imperial Riding School
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Say a fond farewell to your newfound friends and an epic adventure together through eastern Europe.
Meals: Breakfast
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Trafalgar (CA)
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Reviews
Trusted Customer - Traveled, September 2024
Went on the 17 day tour of Eastern Europe as a 71 yr old female, solo, traveller. Absolutely loved it!!! It’s pretty full-on but that is what I love. I did all the extra things on the itinerary so that I didn’t miss out on anything, but you could certainly have more down-time if you wanted to. I could never have experienced all the wonderful sights I saw if I’d tried to book a trip like this myself. This was my first tour with Trafalgar and I was very impressed with the company. *Personal information removed by Feefo*, our tour guide, was amazing. Her knowledge about every country and city we went to was second to none and she explained all aspects of the tour clearly so that everyone knew what was happening and when. My fellow travellers were great and I’m already planning my next Trafalgar tour because this one was so AMAZING!!!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/21/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, September 2024
Superb! Great communication from early on. Fantastic itinerary. Excellent tour guide and driver. I loved all the locations and experiences. Our tour guide, *Personal information removed by Feefo* was extremely knowledgeable, efficient and professional. She ensured a memorable, action-packed and smooth tour. Our driver, *Personal information removed by Feefo* was a superb driver. The tour was perfectly paced with 2 nights at each destination, with plenty of opportunities for free time. It’s fairly fast-paced if you do all the optional excursions and possibly not really suitable for seniors with mobility issues. My only small negative is I felt quite a bit of pressure to pay the recommended gratuities (which I thought were optional/suggested only).
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/22/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
Fabulous tour. Great service from our tour director *Personal information removed by Feefo* and drivers *Personal information removed by Feefo* and *Personal information removed by Feefo*
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/05/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
Travel, travel, travel! Trafalgar’s tour guides are well educated and well- seasoned to handle all situations. I’ve been on nine trips with Trafalgar and have enjoyed each and everyone of our tour guides and bus drivers. This is a well- planned itinerary and you will see so many places. There are so many hidden gems. I loved having the two days stay at each city we visited. It allowed for a breath! However, with that said this is a very fast paced trip. We walked between five and 7 miles every day.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/05/2025
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2025
A cultural and historical peek at Eastern Europe. This was our fourth tour with Trafalgar. We have been impressed with the knowledge of the Travel Directors and local guides. It is a great way to get to know the areas we’re visiting. This was a trip that truly hit the highlights of each area, embracing the unique culture and history.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/05/2025
Kerry Pearce - Traveled, April 2025
Trip of a Lifetime! The Service was unbelievable! Our tour director was amazing. His care for everyone, his communication on what to do, not to do, where to go and where not to go was very helpful. His knowledge of the landscape and history was excellent. We learnt so much. The Driver was also 1st class and the bus was very comfortable. To be honest I was not looking forward to being on a bus with many people but we had so much fun and I will not hesitate doing another one. We loved it. Excellent itinerary! It was definitely an experience rather than a holiday. And not complaining as we saw so much and learnt so much. A trip of a lifetime!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/04/2025
Kirby Reid - Traveled, April 2024
Great time in Eastern/Central Europe. This was my fourth Trafalgar tour. Two through the US and two through Europe. They have all been fantastic. I loved this one. *Personal information removed by Feefo* was a legend of a tour director. Visited some great places, ate and drank way too much food and met some wonderful people. I loved it. *Personal information removed by Feefo* was a fantastic tour director. Went to some amazing places, ate and drank way too much and met some wonderful people. I would highly recommend this tour.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/09/2024
Teresa Lienhard - Traveled, April 2024
The best trip ever. No one does trips like Trafalgar!!! They are the best! Our trip was simply marvelous! Our hotels were first rate. Our travel director, *Personal information removed by Feefo*, was superb. *Personal information removed by Feefo* was incredibly knowledgeable about the places we visited. He was very organized and made the trip lots of fun. I would recommend Trafalgar to anyone. We are planning our next trip!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/10/2024
Hammer - Traveled, April 2024
Review and Information for New 2024 Itinerary. Trafalgar's pre-tour phone support was good in that it could provide an exact time for a pre-Welcome dinner tour on Day 1. However, the tour summary document they sent two weeks prior to the tour didn't reflect the new 2024 itinerary. So my pre-planning efforts were somewhat wasted and I had to "encourage" the TD to allow us to experience Lake Bled as part of the included itinerary and not as a new add-on (to her credit the TD handled the situation with grace). *Personal information removed by Feefo* was the best TD we've ever had, and she was a big booster of Trafalgar and the TDs that have come up through the Contiki ranks. So it may be that Trafalgar has the best TDs because they have the best farm system (this statement will only make sense to US baseball fans). This was the first tour under a new work-in-progress 2024 itinerary (see photo). The changes are an improvement, but only if Lake Bled remains part of the included itinerary (it appears Trafalgar may make it an optional add-on $$$). Vienna is short-changed in this tour, so arrive a few days early. While we are seasoned group tour travelers, this was our first tour with Trafalgar. *Personal information removed by Feefo* was far and away the best TD we've ever had and I would specifically schedule her tours if there was a way to do that (there isn't). Personal highlights include our pre-tour days in Vienna, Lake Bled, Postojna Caves (optional add-on), Croatia's Plitvice Lakes (optional add-on), Budapest and a nighttime Danube river cruise (on our own, though an optional add-on with dinner is offered), our own expanded tour of Old Town Krakow, Dresden (incredible job of making rebuilt buildings look old), and our own expanded tour of Prague. Zagreb was the only destination stop that I could have skipped on the entire tour. If you like Old World Europe as much as we do, you will love this tour!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/08/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, April 2024
New hotels used by Trafalgar. 2 of the hotels were new to Trafalgar, in Zagreb the Zonar was not in a good location, the gym/workout area was under renovation so we could not use it, it was very dark in the lobby area and the rooms were small. In lubjiana Slovenia the One66 was a great hotel with full kitchen and large rooms but the location was not great. It was too far from everything. Hotels in the EU must conform to regulations, being in between winter and spring meant that AC could not be used. It was very warm, and no fans were available, while Trafalgar cannot change EU regs, they could request fans be made available to there customers. *Personal information removed by Feefo* was an excellent tour leader, very knowledgeable about events in the region. She shared many personal experiences with us. If you get her as your tour leader you are in for a treat.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/07/2024
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