Budapest and Prague: Capital Cities and Jewels of Central Europe

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Treat your senses to an enchanting blend of learning, adventure and fun as you take expert-led walks and dine on traditional foods in two Old World cities that are Europe at its finest.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    Treat your senses to an enchanting blend of learning, adventure and fun as you take expert-led walks and dine on traditional foods in two Old World cities that are Europe at its finest.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityBudapest
End CityPrague

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 In Transit to Program In Flight

Day 2 Arrive Budapest, Check-in, Orientation Welcome Dinner Budapest

Hotel check-in available from 2:00 p.m. Using public transportation, getting on/off both a public bus and the subway. Walking up to 1 hour.

Upon arrival, we will transfer to the hotel and settle in. Orientation. 5:00 p.m. The Group Leader will greet everyone and...

Day 3 Pest Downtown, History, Culture, Architecture Budapest

Getting on/off motorcoach, driving about 2 hours. Walking up to 1 hour.

We will begin our visit to Budapest with an expert-led field trip by motorcoach and on foot through the Pest area, passing such sites as Andrássy Avenue, Heroes' Square, the Dohany Street Sy...

Day 4 Buda Castle Area, Hungarian Music, Free Time Budapest

Getting in/out of cabs. Walking/standing up to 2 hours. Some stairs to negotiate.

We will enjoy a pleasant expert-led walk in the castle area of Budapest, where we will see the Mathias Church, Fisherman’s Bastion, and statue of St. Stephen, the first king of the...

Day 5 Ócsa, Pest City Park Area Budapest

Getting on/off subway, motorcoach. Walking/standing up to 2.5 hours. Some stairs to negotiate.

After arriving by motorcoach, we will explore the small town of Ócsa on foot, where we will visit the 13th-century church, village museum, and village center with a lo...

Day 6 Modern Hungary, Free Time, Farewell to Budapest Budapest

Getting on/off subway, motorcoach. Some stairs to negotiate.

At the hotel, we will attend a lecture on life in Hungary today, including such topics as Hungarian health care, the school system, Hungary's role within the European Union, and other current issues of...

Day 7 Transfer to Prague Prague

Getting on/off motorcoach, driving up to 7 hours, including a lunch break and bathroom breaks.

After check-out, we will depart Budapest on a private motorcoach to Prague, arriving in the late afternoon.

Welcome to Prague! We will settle in to our hotel bef...

Day 8 Architecture of Prague Prague

Getting on/off subway, motorcoach. Walking/standing up to 3 hours. Some stairs to negotiate.

We will drive by motorcoach to the House of the Black Madonna, the first Cubist structure in Prague, to attend a lecture focusing on the architecture of Prague. We’ll le...

Day 9 Explore Prague Prague

New safety rules and regulations for entry into Prague Castle require that we show a copy of your passport before entering. Please bring a copy of your passport with you on your program. Getting on/off motorcoach; walking/standing for up to 3 hours on uneven stone; st...

Day 10 Challenges of European Integration, Free Time Prague

Minimal activity. Extent and duration of free time activities according to personal choice.

We will get acquainted firsthand with the impact of communist rule and the changes following the fall of the Iron Curtain during a discussion and lecture about the challe...

Day 11 Trade Fair Palace Prague

Getting on/off subway, motorcoach. Walking/standing up to 2.5 hours. Some stairs to negotiate.

We will drive by motorcoach to the National Gallery at the Trade Fair Palace, a gallery of magnificent art from the Middle Ages to the 21st century, including works by...

Day 12 Program Concludes In Flight

Hotel check-out by 12:00 Noon.

Transfer to the Prague International airport (PRG) for departures. This concludes our program. If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another ...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,399
Price per day$283
Last Updated: 10/16/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 10
  • Number of Lunch: 6
  • Number of Dinner: 5
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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