Begin your exploration of the lower city of Pest with a stop at
Heroes' Square and the Parliament building, designed by Imre
Steindl and inspired by London's Houses of Parliament. After a
private visit to the Opera House, sit down to lunch in the famous
Gundel Restaurant. Attend a private concert at the family home of
20th-century artist Pal C. Molnar and tonight dine ? la carte.
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Days 1-2: USA or Canada/Budapest, Hungary
Discover the lovely hill of Buda and admire sweeping views of the
Danube and Pest on a morning walking tour. Then journey across
the plains of Hungary to Vienna, where the balance of the day is at
leisure. This evening enjoy an ? la carte dinner at the hotel.
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Day 3: Budapest
Vienna is almost unchanged since its days as capital of the Austrian
Empire, miraculously maintaining its old-world elegance and
charm while remaining a thriving center of politics and culture.
Marvel at the soaring majesty of St. Stephen's Cathedral and
the glittering collection of objets d'art in the Imperial Treasury
within the Hofburg Palace, historic seat of the emperors and their
governments.
After lunch, visit the impressive summer palace of
the Hapsburgs, magnificent Sch?nbrunn Palace. It was here amid frescoed ceilings, crystal chandeliers and gilded ornaments that the five-year-old Mozart played to the court. Later, you may want to attend a performance at the famous Opera House.
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Day 4: Budapest/Vienna
The afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps you'd like to choose from our DESIGN YOUR DAYSM options.
DESIGN YOUR DAY - VIENNA: Take a walking tour through
medieval Vienna including the Jewish quarter and the Greek
area, discovering well-preserved old buildings and hidden courtyards.
Alternatively, discover the city's rich musical heritage, stopping at the
famous addresses of important composers.
Tonight dine
? la carte at one of a well-selected list of restaurants.
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Day 5: Vienna
This morning board the fast intercity train to Prague. Pause for
refreshments at the Municipal House; then wander through the
Old Town, a center for activity for more than 500 years.
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Day 6: Vienna
This morning a guest speaker discusses the Czech Republic's recent
history. Stroll through the Old Town to visit the main square. Pause
to admire the three vertical disks of the 15th-century astronomical
clock that adorns the fa?ade of the Gothic Town Hall. Continue to
explore the Jewish Quarter. Travel on a private vintage tram
to one of the city's best restaurants for a farewell dinner.
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Day 7: Vienna/Prague, Czech Republic
Drive to Castle Hill for a visit to the Strahov Monastery, a Baroque
architectural jewel. See the glittering collection of religious artifacts
in nearby Loreto Chapel, then proceed to the Prague Castle
complex. Take advantage of the DESIGN YOUR DAY options in this lovely city.
DESIGN YOUR DAY - PRAGUE: Embark on an excursion to Lobkowicz Palace, housing a permanent exhibition from the private collection of
the Lobkowicz family; visit the Mala Strana district or wander the famous
Baroque-style Vrtba Garden.
Farewell drinks this evening mark the end of this fascinating journey.
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Day 8: Prague
Transfer to the airport to board your homebound flight.
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Day 9: Prague
Day 10: Prague/USA or Canada