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Take an in-depth journey through Central and Eastern Europe from Prague to Bucharest, exploring various cultures, cuisines and histories through six countries

Embark on a journey through Central and Eastern Europe, exploring six diverse countries and cultures along the way. Wander Prague’s streets, unwind in a Slovakian castle and sample local flavours with alcohol tastings and a Pierogi cooking class. Reflect on history with a private tour of Auschwitz and embrace Paloc culture in Holloko, where you can try your hand at local crafts and try on traditional costumes. Travel across borders to Transylvania to explore vampiric lore and cobbled Old Towns and get to know Romania’s top sights and lesser-known charms. Through mountain scenery, UNESCO World Heritage sites, winery tours and local immersions, this trip will give you the full experience of these regions, all with a local by your side.

Map of Premium Prague To Bucharest including Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Serbia and Slovakia
Trip code: WMPEC
Start
Prague, Czech Republic
End
Bucharest, Romania
Destinations
Slovakia, Hungary, Czech Republic, Serbia, Poland, Romania
Meals
21 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 7 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, train
Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (18 nights) Feature Stay Hotel (3 nights)
Days
22
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Ages
Min 15
Theme
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Style
Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time

Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time

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Why you'll love this trip

  • Step into another world as you walk through ancient halls and hear the myths and legends surrounding some of the most impressive castles in Europe – Bran, Peles, Buda and Prague Castle.
  • Visit six different countries on this trip – from the streets of Prague to the historic depths of Bucharest, you’ll get a sense of every city with local leader insights.
  • Savour a variety of local flavours with unique culinary experiences, including a beer tasting tour in the Czech Republic, a wine tasting session in Serbia, a hands-on Pierogi cooking class in Poland, street food delights in Hungary and a winery visit in Romania.
  • Spend three nights in Feature Stays – a 13th-century castle in the Slovakian countryside with a spa and swimming pool, and a mansion in Romania in the Trascau Mountains.
  • Engage with history during a private tour of Auschwitz to understand the region’s past in Poland and explore UNESCO World Heritage cities like the medieval Sighisoara and the Transylvanian Saxon villages.

Itinerary

Map of Premium Prague To Bucharest including Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Serbia and Slovakia

Inclusions and activities

Meals

21 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 7 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle, train

Accommodation

Comfortable hotel (18 nights) Feature Stay Hotel (3 nights)

Premium inclusions
  • Arrival airport transfer
  • Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
  • Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
  • 24/7 on-ground support
Included activities
  • Prague - Welcome Dinner
  • Prague - Pilsner Brewery Visit and Tasting
  • Prague - Orientation Walk
  • Olomouc - Orientation Walk
  • Krakow - Auschwitz Guided Tour
  • Krakow - Pierogi Cooking Class
  • Krakow - City Tour With Local Guide
  • Banska Bystrica - Orientation Walk
  • Banska Stiavnica - Calvaria Church Hike
  • Banska Stiavnica - Mining Museum
  • Banska Stiavnica - Orientation Walk
  • Holloko - Holloko Traditional Village
  • Budapest - Buda Castle Walk
  • Budapest - Guided City Tour
  • Budapest - Traditional Langos Snack
  • Budapest - Orientation Walk
  • Subotica - Wine Tasting
  • Subotica - City Tour with Local Guide
  • Belgrade - Leader-led Orientation Walk
  • Belgrade - Farewell Dinner
  • Timisoara - City Tour
  • Sibiu - Evening Walking Tour
  • Sarmizegetusa Regia - Guided Tour
  • Sibiu - ASTRA Village Museum
  • Alba Lulia - Citadel Tour
  • Turda - Salt Mines Tour
  • Sighisoara - Walking Tour
  • Malancrav - Village Stop
  • Medias - Town Stop
  • Biertan - Town Stop
  • Rupea - Fortress Stop
  • Bran Castle - Tour
  • Brasov - Walking Tour
  • Peles - Castle Visit
  • Brasov - Chimney Cake Tasting
  • Azuga - Winery Tour and Tasting with Lunch

Optional activities
  • Prague - Museum of Communism - CZK380
  • Prague - Mucha Museum - CZK300
  • Prague - Kafka Museum - CZK300
  • Olomouc - Saint Vacláv Cathedral - Free
  • Krakow - Schindler's Factory Museum Tour - PLN65
  • Krakow - History Museum - PLN28
  • Krakow - Rynek Underground Museum - PLN32
  • Krakow - Cloth Hall 'Sukiennice' - Free
  • Budapest - Szechenyi Baths - EUR16
  • Budapest - Hungarian National Museum - HUF2900
  • Budapest - Hungarian State Opera House Tour - HUF9000
  • Budapest - Great Synagogue - HUF13000
  • Budapest - Transport and Entry to Statue Park - HUF5000
  • Budapest - Szechenyi Thermal Baths (starting from) - HUF9400
  • Budapest - Central Market - Free
  • Belgrade - Nikola Tesla Museum - RSD800
  • Belgrade - Sveti Sava Church - Free
  • Belgrade - Danube River Cruise - RSD800
  • Belgrade - Tito’s Mausoleum (House of Flowers) - RSD400
  • Belgrade - Military Museum - RSD350
  • Belgrade - Ethnographic Museum - RSD300
  • Belgrade - Museum of Yugoslav History - RSD400
  • Belgrade - House of Flowers - RSD400
  • Belgrade - National Museum - RSD300
  • Sibiu - Brukenthal Palace National Museum - RON50
  • Sibiu Museum of Contemporary Art - RON15
  • Sibiu - Holy Trinity Cathedral - Free
  • Bucharest - Village Museum - RON30
  • Bucharest - Bike Tour - EUR25
  • Bucharest - Former Ceausescu Residence - RON65
  • Bucharest - Romanian Athenaeum - RON10
  • Bucharest - Palace of Parliament Tour - RON60
  • Bucharest - Urban Adventures Bohemian Bucharest Markets and Mahallas Tour - EUR75

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Is this trip right for you?

  • Many of the wonderful cities and sites of this trip are explored on foot. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes, plus suitable luggage for navigating cobblestone streets.
  • Summer temperatures can be very high in many of the regions visited (over 40°C/104°F), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat S heat and drink plenty of water. Please carefully consider the time of year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
  • Many of the wonderful cities and sites of this trip are explored on foot. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes, plus suitable luggage for navigating cobblestone streets.
  • Summer temperatures can be very high in many of the regions visited (over 40°C/104°F), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat S heat and drink plenty of water. Please carefully consider the time of year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.

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Important notes

1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.

2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

3. Porterage will not be available in Olomouc and Banska Stiavnica.

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