Bohemian Highlights
Bohemian Highlights
$3695
Bohemian Highlights
14 Days Starting in Berlin, Germany and ending in Frankfurt, Germany
Visiting: Berlin, Warsaw, Kraków, Budapest, Vienna, Prague, Frankfurt
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CBOHZM19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Bohemian Highlights" tour, a captivating journey through the heart of Central Europe. This cultural adventure takes you through six countries, including Poland, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria, and the Czech Republic. Discover iconic cities like Berlin, Warsaw, Kraków, Budapest, Vienna, and Prague, each offering a unique blend of history and modernity. Visit significant landmarks such as the Berlin TV Tower, Auschwitz, and St. Vitus Cathedral. Enjoy exclusive experiences like a wine tasting at Vienna's Cobenzl winery and a traditional Hungarian dinner with the Schieszl family in Budapest. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury air-conditioned coach, staying in cherry-picked hotels, and savoring daily breakfasts and select dinners. With expert guidance and flexible sightseeing options, this tour promises an enriching exploration of Europe's cultural treasures.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Berlin, Warsaw, Kraków, Budapest, Vienna and Prague
- Visit the Berlin TV Tower, Poznan, the former concentration camp at Auschwitz, St. Mary's Church and the Cloth Hall in Kraków, Gyor, Tábor, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague
- View the famous Reichstag and Tiergarten in Berlin, Kraków Cathedral and Wawel Royal Castle in Kraków and the Castle District in Budapest
- See Hofburg Palace and the Opera House in Vienna
Make Travel Matter®
Vienna: Weingut Wien Cobenzl, located right in the Vienna Woods, high above the River Danube, with a marvellous view of the city, is one of the top wineries of Vienna and has been owned by the City of Vienna for over 110 years. They are one of the first wine producers with certified sustainable viticulture, bearing the seal of quality ‘Sustainable Austria’. Enjoy a taste and a view of the region. Your experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
Be My Guest
Budapest: Join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian dinner and the story of their winery that dates back to the 19th century.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Berlin
Location: Berlin
Accommodation: Hilton
Accommodation Name: Hilton
Meals Included: Dinner
Start your Central European adventure in Berlin. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers, spend time exploring this remarkable city before enjoying dinner.
Day 2: Explore Bustling Berlin
Location: Berlin
Accommodation: Hilton
Accommodation Name: Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore an iconic landmark of Berlin during an experience at the Berlin TV Tower, you'll enjoy inspiring 360° views of the city and Spree River. See the neo-Renaissance Reichstag, the Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate and Unter den Linden with a Local Specialist during your included sightseeing tour. Enjoy some free time this afternoon exploring the city on your own and watch the sun go down and the lights come up in this vibrant town, or perhaps join an Optional Experience to explore Berlin's past with your Local Specialist.
Day 3: Journey To Poznań And On To Warsaw
Location: Warsaw
Accommodation: Leonardo Royal
Accommodation Name: Leonardo Royal
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We travel through patchwork farm landscapes stopping in Poznań, before arriving in the modern Polish capital, Warsaw, where we'll spend the next two nights. Embrace the youthful verve of a city that has triumphed over repeated conquests and the shackles of communism, then spend the evening at leisure exploring the sights, or perhaps join an Optional Experience exploring Warsaw's past.
Day 4: Discover Historic Warsaw
Location: Warsaw
Accommodation: Leonardo Royal
Accommodation Name: Leonardo Royal
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join a Local Specialist this morning to explore Warsaw's colourful historic centre, including the Old Town, which the Nazis destroyed in retaliation for the brave Warsaw Uprising. We'll also see the former Warsaw Ghetto, where hundreds of thousands of Polish Jews were imprisoned during the German occupation, tragically immortalised in the poignant Roman Polanski film 'The Pianist'. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city's sights on your own. Consider a visit to the Wilanów Palace, a priceless testimony to the splendour of Poland's royal past, or treat yourself to a Chopin recital, before joining your travel companions this evening for a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 5: Onwards To Auschwitz And Kraków Dive Into Culture
Location: Kraków
Accommodation: Qubus
Accommodation Name: Qubus
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we journey south from Warsaw to the Auschwitz Memorial Site of the former Concentration Camp, a poignant reminder of one of the greatest tragedies and crimes of human history. Our visit includes a guided tour of Auschwitz. We then continue to the enchanting city of Kraków.
Day 6: See The Sights Of Kraków
Location: Kraków
Accommodation: Qubus
Accommodation Name: Qubus
Meals Included: 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, recognised 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. The rest of the day is yours to explore the sights on your own. Consider joining an Optional Experience to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, renowned as the Underground Salt Cathedral of Poland and home to an entire chapel carved from rock salt, as well as dozens of sculptures. Enjoy a slice of Polish Sernik Babci on the Old Town Square or visit a traditional milk bar. This evening, perhaps join your fellow travel companions for delicious home cooked Polish food and a night of dance and music at the Farmhouse Dinner and Polka Party.
Day 7: Venture Through Slovakia To Budapest
Location: Budapest
Accommodation: Mercure Korona
Accommodation Name: Mercure Korona
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we travel through three countries from Poland, through Slovakia's Tatra mountains, and into Hungary as we arrive in beautiful Budapest later this afternoon. This evening, perhaps consider a scenic river cruise with dinner along the beautiful Danube.
Day 8: Uncover The Treasures Of Budapest Make Travel Matter Connect With Locals
Location: Budapest
Accommodation: Mercure Korona
Accommodation Name: Mercure Korona
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour. Spend the rest of the day exploring on your own or consider a trip to Szentendre, a lively riverside town renowned for its art life. This evening, we Connect With Locals and join the Schieszl family for dinner and hear the story of their winery at our Be My Guest experience.
Day 9: Off To Vienna Stays With Stories
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Hilton Danube Waterfront
Accommodation Name: Imperial Riding School
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, leave beautiful Budapest, cross the hilly Transdanubia region – its orchards and vineyards providing a picturesque backdrop – as you continue along the path of the Danube and stop in the former trade-route town of Győr. Amble along Baross Gábor Street and admire the Baroque façades, before departing to Vienna, your home for the next two nights. Consider joining an Optional Experience to a palace for traditional Austrian cuisine and a musical performance
Day 10: Admire Vibrant Vienna
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Hilton Danube Waterfront
Accommodation Name: Imperial Riding School
Meals Included: Breakfast
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. Spend the rest of the day discovering the city at your own pace. Later, enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - wine tasting at Cobenzl winery.
Day 11: Venture To Prague
Location: Prague
Accommodation: NH City
Accommodation Name: NH City
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel north to the Czech Republic and visit Tábor, once a Hussite stronghold. This afternoon, arrive in the remarkable city of Prague.
Day 12: The Old Town And More In Prague
Location: Prague
Accommodation: NH City
Accommodation Name: NH City
Meals Included: Breakfast
Join a Local Specialist this morning for an exploration of the city's labyrinthine lanes, and beautiful squares. Admire the impressive St. Vitus Cathedral, set within the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle, cross the Vltava to the Old Town Square and view the 14th-century Astronomical Clock, with its magical hourly Walk of the Apostles. Spend the rest of the day wandering the streets of the Old Town or take a relaxing lunch cruise on the Vltava.
Day 13: Journey To Frankfurt
Location: Frankfurt
Accommodation: Sheraton Offenbach
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Offenbach
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We leave the picture-perfect city of Prague behind and journey west across the German border today, before arriving in cosmopolitan Frankfurt for your final night. Spend the last evening of your Bohemian adventure with your travel companions and Travel Director at a Farewell Dinner.
Day 14: Farewell Frankfurt
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our time together has come to an end. We say farewell to our newfound friends at the end of a memorable holiday.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Accommodation in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, is included.
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are included.
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Daily breakfast and up to half of your evening meals are included.
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are included.
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing are included.
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) is included.
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Optional Experiences and free time
Optional experiences and free time are part of the tour.
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On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
What's Not Included
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International Airfare
International airfare to and from the start and end of your tour is not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Some Meals
Not all meals are covered, providing you the opportunity to explore local dining options.
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Optional Experience Costs
Costs for optional experiences are not included and are available for an additional fee.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and souvenirs are not included.
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Visa Fees
Any applicable visa fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.
Dining Summary
- 7 Dinner (D)
- 13 Breakfast (B)
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the Bohemian Highlights tour?
The tour includes a 'Be My Guest' experience in Budapest where you join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian dinner and hear the story of their winery. Additionally, there is a 'Make Travel Matter' experience in Vienna at the Weingut Wien Cobenzl winery, which supports sustainable viticulture.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi available in most countries. Alternative transportation, such as rail journeys, may also be used.
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Are there any meals included in the Bohemian Highlights tour?
Yes, the tour includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals. Specific meals are provided on certain days, such as dinners on Day 1, Day 4, Day 5, Day 8, Day 11, and Day 13.
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What is the accommodation like on this tour?
The tour includes stays at cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted. Some of the accommodations mentioned include the Hilton in Berlin, Leonardo Royal in Warsaw, Qubus in Kraków, Mercure Korona in Budapest, and NH City in Prague.
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What are some of the key historical sites visited on this tour?
The tour visits several key historical sites, including the Berlin TV Tower, the former concentration camp at Auschwitz, St. Mary's Church and the Cloth Hall in Kraków, and the Old Town Square of Prague. It also includes a visit to the Royal Castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill in Kraków.
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Is there any free time during the tour for personal exploration?
Yes, the itinerary includes free time for personal exploration in various cities such as Berlin, Warsaw, Kraków, Budapest, Vienna, and Prague. Optional experiences are also available for those who wish to explore further.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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