• Zurich: Orientation including the Bahnhofstrasse.
• Lugano: Orientation of the Italian-speaking Swiss resort.
• Venice: Canal cruise. See St. Mark''s Square, the Byzantine Basilica, Doges'' Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a traditional glass-blowing factory.
• Vienna: Sightseeing includes the Hofburg, City Hall, State Opera House and the Imperial Boulevards.
• Lednice: Visit the gardens and view the 13th century castle, one-time home of the Liechtenstein family.
• Prague: Sightseeing includes the Hradçany Castle, a visit to St. Vitus'' Cathedral and the Old Town Square.
• Pilsen: Orientation of this beer-brewing town.
• Munich: Orientation seeing the Olympic Stadium, Marienplatz and Ludwigstrasse.
• Liechtenstein: Visit the capital, Vaduz.
• Lucerne: Orientation including the Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument.
• Scenic drives: St Gotthard route, Carnian Alps, Alpine highway, Vienna Woods, Alpine Austria, Southern Moravia, Bavaria , Walensee Lake.

• 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Munich
• 9 Hot Buffet breakfasts
• 3 three-course dinners
• 1 local speciality restaurant dinner in Vienna
• Farewell dinner in Lucerne

• The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
• A qualified local city guide in Vienna and Prague.
• Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
• Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
• You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
• All hotel service charges, tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
• A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

• London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
• Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
• You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
• Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
• Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
• Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
• In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
• No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
• Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
• European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
• Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
• Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
• Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
• Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

• Day 1- Depart USA Overnight flight to Munich.
  
   
• Day 2 - Arrive Munich (2 nights) On arrival at Munich airport you are met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, there is time to relax or start to explore this fun-loving city. Later , we enjoy a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and fellow travelling companions.
  
  Hotel: Hilton Park (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 3 - Munich – Excursion to Dachau This morning we delight in a short orientation tour of this fun-loving city revealing its charm and elegance. On our walking tour of the city we’ll see the Hofbrauhaus, the Marienplatz and the famous Glockenspiel on Munich’s gothic Town Hall. We also include an excursion to nearby Dachau to visit the original SS training centre as well as the infamous Concentration camp. Later this afternoon, you may wish to visit one of the palaces or museums in the city or simply spend time in the ‘Englischer garten’ and sample some of the delicious beers for which Munich is justly famous. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
   
• Day 4 - Munich – Prague (2 nights) This morning we drive to Regensburg on the Danube and then continue into the Czech Republic and the beer-brewing town of Pilsen. Later we arrive in the capital city, Prague, now vibrant and fashionable since the ‘Velvet Revolution’. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Crowne Plaza (F) (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 5 - Prague sightseeing and at leisure Hradçany Castle, the Old Town Square and a visit to St. Vitus'' Cathedral all feature on our walking tour. Then our Tour Director will show us a Hidden Treasure of this intriguing city before we have time to explore on our own. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
   
• Day 6 - Prague – Vienna (2 nights) This morning we travel via Brno and then to Lednice to visit the Italianate gardens of the Castle. Then it’s but a short drive to the musical city of Vienna where we enjoy dinner in a local restaurant tonight. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Austria Trend Parkhotel Schonbrunn (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 7 - Vienna sightseeing and at leisure The Opera, Hofburg, Parliament, the Imperial Boulevards and more are all highlighted on our sightseeing tour. We will also enjoy a walking tour exploring the oldest part of the city and the Cathedral of St Stephen. Later, with time at leisure to relax or maybe sightsee further. Tonight, perhaps enjoy dinner at a nearby ''heurige'' wine village. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
   
• Day 8 - Vienna – Venice (Mestre) (2 nights) Today a full day of scenic splendours await us. First leaving the Vienna Woods we travel across the great Alpine highway to the Carnian Alps and then into Italy and the region known as the Friuli before arriving on the flat Veneto plain and the magical water bound city of Venice – ‘la Serenissima.’ (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Antony (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 9 - Venice sightseeing and at leisure Enjoy an excellent introduction on an included canal cruise by private launch to see St. Mark''s Basilica, the Doges'' Palace and Bridge of Sighs. A short stroll brings us to one of the oldest Murano glass workshops, where we will witness a demonstration of the ancient craft of glass blowing. Then time on your own. Why not take a relaxing gondola ride or sip a ''cappuccino'' in St. Mark''s Square. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
   
• Day 10 - Venice (Mestre) – Lucerne (2 nights) Our first stop this morning is the pink marble city of the star-crossed lovers – Verona! Here we’ll see the 2 000 year old Roman arena as well as the courtyard where ‘Juliet’s ‘ balcony is located! Then via the fashion capital of Milan our drive takes us to lakeside Lugano where we enjoy an orientation tour of this Italian-speaking Swiss resort. Later, we continue our journey through the Gotthard Route via Bellinzona, to the lake of Lucerne. A scenic drive along the lake brings us to the place where the river Reuss enters the lake itself – the small city of Lucerne. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  Hotel: Radisson SAS (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 11 - Lucerne orientation and at leisure This morning, orientation shows us the Lion Monument, Chapel Bridge and Jesuit church. Then you are free to perhaps take a trip by cable car or cogwheel train up a nearby mountain peak and later to shop in the traffic-free town for delicious Swiss chocolates and fine timepieces. This evening we’ll get together for a Farewell Dinner in a characteristic restaurant! (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
  
   
• Day 12 - Lucerne – Zurich – USA Time to bid farewell as we transfer you to Zurich Airport for your return flight to America. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  Please do not schedule any flights before 10.00am.

• Vienna: Sightseeing includes the Imperial Boulevards, St. Stephen''s Cathedral, the Hofburg, Opera and Parliament.
• Mayerling: Learn the tragic story of Prince Rudolph and his mistress!
• Heiligenkreuz: Visit the Abbey of the Holy Cross.
• Danube Valley: See the ornate Monastery of Melk.
• Mondsee: See the church where Captain Von Trapp and Maria were married in the film "The Sound of Music".
• Salzburg: Sightseeing explores the Domplatz, Mozart''s birthplace and "The Sound of Music" locations.
• Innsbruck: Orientation including the Golden Roof, the Hofburg Palace, the Olympic ski-jump and Wilten Basilica.
• Neuschwanstein: Horse and carriage ride to visit Mad King Ludwig''s fairytale Castle.
• Oberammergau: Visit the Passion Play village.
• Munich: Orientation includes the Marienplatz with its Glockenspiel, the Opera House and Hofbräuhaus.
• Scenic drives along the Danube Valley, the Salzkammergut, along the shores of the Traunsee, Attersee and Mondsee Lakes, through the Bavarian Alps and past the Wilder Kaiser Mountains.

• A Welcome drink with your Tour Director in Vienna
• 8 Hot Buffet breakfasts
• 3 three-course dinners in hotels
• 1 local speciality restaurant dinners in Munich
• Farewell Dinner with wine in Munich

• The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
• A qualified local city guide in Vienna, the Vienna Woods and Salzburg.
• Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with an onboard washroom.
• You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
• All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
• A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.
• Vienna Airport Transfer is provided on Day 2 and Munich Airport Transfer is provided on Day 10.

• London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
• Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
• You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
• Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
• Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
• Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
• In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
• No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
• Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
• European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
• Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
• Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
• Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
• Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

• Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Vienna.
  
   
• Day 2 - Arrive Vienna (3 nights) On arrival at Vienna airport you are met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in there''s time to relax and unwind before meeting your Tour Director and fellow travelling companions for a Welcome Drink and to learn more about your tour programme. (Welcome Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Hilton Danube (3 nights)
  
  
   
• Day 3 - Vienna sightseeing & at leisure Our morning sightseeing tour with a local guide features the monuments and palaces of this musical city. The Imperial Boulevards lead us to the Opera House, the Hofburg Palace, the Parliament and St. Stephen''s Cathedral. Our walking tour takes us into the oldest parts of the city near ‘Am Hof’. Later, free time perhaps to indulge in some Sachertorte and cream in a tempting pastry shop. Or why not take an excursion to Maria Theresa von Hapsburg''s favourite palace – the Schönbrunn, with its delightful fountains and gardens? This evening we enjoy a dinner together in a local restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast/ Highlight Dinner)
  
   
• Day 4 - Vienna Woods Excursion Our local expert takes us on a scenic drive into the nearby Vienna Woods where we stop to see Mayerling, and the hunting lodge where Crown Prince Rudolph and his young mistress died in 1898. We also stop at Heiligenkreuz to visit the Abbey of the Holy Cross. Then there''s time at leisure, perhaps to window-shop in Kärtnerstrasse or visit a museum. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
   
• Day 5 - Vienna – Salzkammergut – Salzburg (2 nights) We drive along the Valley of the River Danube past Melk, where we see Austria''s greatest baroque monastery. From here we continue along the Danube Valley to the area known as the Salzkammergut. At Gmunden, with its beautiful Lake Château, we enjoy a tranquil and scenic drive along the shores of the Traunsee and Attersee, the largest lake in the Austrian Alps, to the Mondsee Lake. We stop in the village to see the Church where the marriage of Captain Von Trapp and Maria was filmed for "The Sound of Music". Finally we reach the sugar-icing city of Salzburg for two nights. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Europa (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 6 - Salzburg sightseeing & at leisure Today''s morning walking tour with a local guide shows us the Getreidergasse with it''s colourful shops, the majestic Cathedral and many of the locations used in the film, "The Sound of Music", as well as the birthplace of the great composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Later, you may wish to relax in one of the delightful coffee-houses or to shop in the chic boutiques. We will enjoy dinner at our hotel this evening.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
   
• Day 7 - Salzburg – Berchtesgaden – Innsbruck This morning after breakfast it''s only a short drive into Bavarian Germany and to the National Park of Berchtesgaden – Hitler''s favourite summer resort. We''ll stop in the town before leaving Germany to re-enter Austria and the province of the Tyrol. From here we continue past the Wilder Kaiser Mountains to the valley of the green River Inn, bringing us to the Alpine resort which grew up around the bridge over the Inn, Innsbruck. Here our Tour Director shows us the Wilten Basilica, the Olympic ski-jump, the Golden Roof , the Hofburg Palace and a special Hidden Treasure! Later, time maybe to enjoy a Tyrolean folklore show? (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) 
  
  Hotel: Gräuer Bar
  
   
• Day 8 - Innsbruck – Neuschwanstein Castle – Oberammergau – Munich (2 nights) This morning after breakfast, we will return to the Bavarian mountains and Germany''s most famous building, mad King Ludwig''s Neuschwanstein Castle. We go up to the castle by horse and carriage and then enjoy a guided tour of its interior. Afterwards, it is only a short drive to the Passion Play village of Oberammergau. Here there is time to admire the many ornate wall-paintings on the village houses and to perhaps visit the Passion Play theatre before we arrive at fun-loving Munich. Tonight, why not get together with your fellow travelling companions and enjoy a few steins of beer in one of the many beer-halls? (Buffet Breakfast) 
  
  Hotel: Hilton City (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 9 - Munich orientation & at leisure After breakfast we head out on our morning orientation tour which will show us the Hofbräuhaus, the Marienplatz with its Glockenspiel, and the majestic Opera house. Time at leisure, then this evening we enjoy a Farewell Dinner together with our Tour Director and fellow travellers.  (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
  
   
• Day 10 - Munich – USA There''s time to bid farewell to new-found friends as we transfer you to Munich Airport for your return flight to America, at the end of this finely tuned tour. (Buffet Breakfast)

• Vienna: Sightseeing shows us the Hofburg and Imperial Boulevards.
• Györ: Visit this Roman founded city on the shores of the Danube.
• Budapest: Sightseeing including the Fishermen''s Bastion, Heroes'' Square and views of the great Synagogue.
• Krakow: Sightseeing including the Cathedral, plus visit the Cloth Hall and Mariacki Church.
• Berlin: Sightseeing includes a visit to the Checkpoint Charlie Museum, plus views of the Reichstag, Tiergarten and Brandenburg Gate.
• Dresden: Orientation includes the Saxon Wall, Semper Opera and Cathedral.
• Teresienstadt: See the site of the Jewish ghetto and visit the National Cemetery.
• Prague: Sightseeing tour including St. Vitus'' Cathedral, the Old Town Square, Hradçany Castle and St. Charles'' Bridge.
• Tabor: Visit one-time headquarters of the Hussites.
• Scenic drives: Transdanubian Plain, Danube Valley, foothills of the Tatra Mountains, Polish central plains, Northern Bohemia.

• 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Vienna
• 11 Hot Buffet breakfasts
• 4 three-course dinners in hotels
• 1 local speciality restaurant dinner in Budapest
• Farewell Dinner with wine in Vienna

• The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
• A qualified local city guide in Vienna, Budapest, Krakow, Berlin and Prague.
• Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar’s luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
• Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
• All hotel service charges, tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
• A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

• London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
• Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
• You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
• Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
• Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
• Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
• In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
• No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
• Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
• European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
• Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
• Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
• Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
• Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

• Visas are required for most Eastern European countries. Please consult your Travel Agent to establish the specific requirements for your tour.
• Note: No visa can be issued at borders in Europe.

• Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Vienna.
  
   
• Day 2 - Arrive Vienna (2 nights) On arrival at Vienna airport you are met and transferred to your hotel. After your hotel check-in there''s time to relax and unwind. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and fellow travelling companions.
  
  Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 3 - Vienna sightseeing & at leisure After breakfast, highlights of this Austrian capital are revealed on our morning guided sightseeing tour; from the Opera to the Hofburg, from St. Stephen''s Cathedral to the Parliament, we also include a walking tour taking us to the oldest part of the city ‘Am Hof’. Then time at leisure perhaps to visit the Prater amusement park. Later, why not take in a concert of Strauss music or a little Opera? (Buffet Breakfast)
  
   
• Day 4 - Vienna – Györ – Budapest (2 nights) Our morning drive takes us across the Transdanubian Plain to the very Eastern edge of Europe and the border with Hungary at Hegyeshalom. We stop in the Roman founded town of Györ on the shores of the Danube before arriving in the twin cities of Buda and Pest on either side of this famous romantic river. This evening, why not admire the city from the Danube itself on an illuminated boat cruise? (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  Hotel: Danubius Helia (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 5 - Budapest sightseeing & at leisure Our sightseeing tour with a local guide includes a walking tour in Old Buda highlighting the Fisherman’s Bastion. with its views across the Danube and the Parliament buildings to the mighty Synagogue and Heroes'' Square. The rest of the day is free. Perhaps venture into old Hungary on an excursion to
  St. Andre. This evening, we enjoy a dinner of Hungarian specialities to the accompaniment of local musicians. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
  
   
• Day 6 - Budapest – Slovakia – Krakow (2 nights) This morning our journey takes us to the Slovakian border and through green hills to Poland. From here we continue through the foothills of the Tatra Mountains on our approach to the ancient town of Krakow for our two-night stay. This evening we dine in our hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Qubus (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 7 - Krakow sightseeing & at leisure Today our Tour Director will show us a Hidden Treasure of the city! But first our morning sightseeing reveals the Castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill. We also delight in a walking tour through the medieval Old Town to visit the Cloth Hall and the 14th century Mariacki Church. Later, don''t miss the opportunity of visiting the astonishing Wieliczka salt mine. Tonight, why not enjoy a Polish Polka party? (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
   
• Day 8 - Krakow – Berlin (2 nights) An early departure as we take the highway in the direction of Wroclaw, before crossing the border into Germany. Then we continue past Cottbus and through the Spreewald Forest on our approach to the exciting city of Berlin, Germany''s re-instated capital for two nights. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  Hotel: Ellington (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 9 - Berlin sightseeing & at leisure Today''s sightseeing tour features highlights of a united Berlin and includes a visit to the Checkpoint Charlie Museum as well as viewing the Reichstag Building, the Tiergarten, and the Brandenburg Gate. We drive along the ''Unter den Linden'' Boulevard and see the German State Opera House before time at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
   
• Day 10 - Berlin – Dresden – Prague (2 nights) This morning we head south to the city which is known as Florence on the Elbe, the Renaissance city of Dresden. Here orientation includes the Saxon Wall, Semper Opera and 18th century Cathedral. Finally, we cross into the Czech Republic where we stop at Teresienstadt, site of a large Jewish Ghetto during World War II, to visit the National Cemetery. We make our way to Prague, one of Europe''s most exciting cities since the coming of the Velvet Revolution. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Holiday Inn Congress Centre (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 11 - Prague sightseeing & at leisure Our morning sightseeing walking tour of this golden University city highlights Hradçany Castle, a visit to the Cathedral of St. Vitus, the Astronomical Clock, St. Charles'' Bridge and the Old Town Square. Then you''ve time on your own to shop for Bohemian crystal or to take a cruise on Smetana''s Vltava River. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
   
• Day 12 - Prague – Tabor – Vienna After breakfast this morning our first stop is at Tabor, the town once the headquarters of the 15th century religious reformer, John Huss. Then past the carp lakes at Trebon and into Southern Bohemia to the Austrian border town of Schrems. From here our journey takes us back to Vienna, where we spend the final night of our tour. Tonight , join your Tour Director and fellow travellers at a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Renaissance Wien
  
   
• Day 13 - Vienna – USA This morning after breakfast, there''s time to bid farewell to your Tour Director and fellow companions as we transfer you to the airport for your return flight to America at the end of this wonderful adventure! (Buffet Breakfast

• Berlin: Sightseeing includes a visit to the Checkpoint Charlie Museum, plus views of the Reichstag, Tiergarten and Brandenburg Gate.
• Poznan: See the town known as the ''Cradle of the Polish State''.
• Warsaw: Sightseeing including the Old Town and Warsaw Ghetto seeing sites evoked in ''The Pianist''.
• Czestochowa: Visit the monastery at Jasna Gora
• Auschwitz: Visit the Concentration Camp.
• Krakow: Sightseeing including the Cathedral and Royal Castle. Visit Mariacki Church.
• Budapest: Sightseeing including the Fishermen''s Bastion and views of the Great Synagogue.
• Györ: Visit the medieval city.
• Vienna: Sightseeing including St. Stephen''s Cathedral, the Hofburg, Imperial Boulevards and Parliament.
• Tabor: Visit one-time headquarters of the Hussites.
• Prague: Sightseeing including a visit to St. Vitus'' Cathedral and the Old Town Square.
• Pilsen: View the famous brewery and the Sköda plant.
• Nuremberg: See the Castle and its ramparts.
• Scenic drives: Central Polish plains, foothills of the Tatra Mountains, Danube valley, Transdanubia, Southern Bohemia, Romantic Road.

• 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Berlin
• 13 Hot Buffet breakfasts
• 4 three-course dinners in hotels
• 2 local speciality restaurant dinners in Warsaw and Budapest
• Farewell Dinner with wine in Frankfurt

• The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
• A qualified local city guide in Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, Budapest, Vienna and Prague.
• Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar’s luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
• Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
• All hotel service charges, tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
• A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

• London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
• Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
• You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
• Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
• Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
• Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
• No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
• Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
• European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
• Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
• Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
• Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
• Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Note: No visa can be issued at borders in Europe.

• Day 1- Depart USA Overnight flight to Berlin.
  
   
• Day 2 - Arrive Berlin On arrival at Berlin airport you are met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in , time to relax or start to explore this lively capital city. Later we join our Tour Director and travelling companions for a Welcome Drink.
  
  Hotel: Hilton
  
   
• Day 3 - Berlin sightseeing & at leisure Our morning sightseeing tour will feature a visit to the Checkpoint Charlie Museum and include views of the Reichstag Building, Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden Boulevard and the German State Opera House. The remainder of the day and your evening will be at leisure to do as you please. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
   
• Day 4 - Berlin – Poznan – Warsaw (2 nights) Our morning journey brings us first to the German border town of Frankfurt-an-der-Oder, then into Poland, stopping at Poznan, with its charming City Hall and Gothic churches. Later, we cross the central plains to the Polish capital, Warsaw. This evening we enjoy dinner in a typical restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Sheraton (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 5 - Warsaw sightseeing & at leisure Today we experience a miracle of reconstruc­tion and conservation. Our guided sightseeing tour reveals the historic centre where much of the Old Town was rebuilt after the war. Also we see the site of the Warsaw Ghetto, so shockingly evoked in Polanski''s recent film ''The Pianist''. At leisure perhaps visit the Wilanow Palace, residence of Polish King Sobieski – Victor of Vienna. This evening, after dinner, why not treat yourself to a Chopin recital. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
   
• Day 6 - Warsaw – Czestochowa – Auschwitz – Krakow (2 nights) This morning we drive to Czestochowa to visit the beautiful 14th century Paulite Monastery at Jasna Gora. This is the home of the portrait of Our Lady, the ''Black Madonna'' thought to have been painted by St. Luke. Next, on a more sombre note, we visit the Concentration Camp at Auschwitz and its chilling reminders of the atrocities of World War II. Then on to medieval Krakow. This evening, why not enjoy a Polish Polka Party? (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  Hotel: Sympozjum (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 7 - Krakow sightseeing & at leisure Our morning sightseeing tour reveals the castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill. Next we enjoy a walking tour through the medieval Old Town to visit the Cloth Hall and the Mariacki Church. Now our Tour Director will show us a Hidden Treasure of the city, and later maybe take an excursion to visit the astonishing Wieliczka salt mine. This evening, we will enjoy dinner at our hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
   
• Day 8 - Krakow – Slovakia – Budapest (2 nights) After breakfast our morning drive takes us into the foothills of the Tatra Mountains, and we cross into Slovakia. Next we continue into Hungary to the capital Budapest. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  Hotel: Corinthia Aquincum (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 9 - Budapest sightseeing & at leisure Today''s guided sightseeing tour features the main sights of the twin cities Buda and Pest, including a walking tour of the old town of Buda featuring the Fishermen''s Bastion with its views across the Danube to the Parliament and the Great Synagogue. The rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps take a trip to Szentendre or a horse-drawn cab ride on St. Margaret Island. After dark, why not discover Eastern Europe''s liveliest nightlife? Tonight, we will enjoy a traditional Hungarian dinner with music. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
  
   
• Day 10 - Budapest – Györ – Vienna (2 nights) This morning we drive through the Transdanubia region, dotted with orchards and vineyards, to Györ. Founded by the Romans, it has retained much of its medieval and baroque charm. Here there''s time for a stroll before we cross the Austrian border to Imperial Vienna where we spend the next two nights. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  Hotel: Hilton Danube (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 11 - Vienna sightseeing & at leisure From the Opera to the Hofburg, the State Opera House to St. Stephen''s Cathedral, our guided sightseeing tour reveals this city''s elegance. Our included walking tour highlights ‘Am Hof’ the oldest and most secret quarter of Vienna. Later, enjoy time at leisure to sightsee further and shop along the fashionable Kärntnerstrasse. This evening, why not join an optional excursion and head to one of the wine villages to dine at a lively ''heurige'' inn? (Buffet Breakfast)
  
   
• Day 12 - Vienna – Tabor – Prague (2 nights) Today we travel to the town of Schrems and enter Southern Bohemia, driving past Trebon. Next, we visit Tabor, once the headquarters of the 15th century religious reformer, John Huss. From here we make our way to the Czech capital Prague, a lively hub of art and culture, for our two-night stay. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Crowne Plaza (2 nights)
  
   
• Day 13 - Prague sightseeing & at leisure Our morning sightseeing tour reveals one of the most beautifully preserved cities in Europe. Our walking tour includes Hradçany Castle, a visit to the Cathedral of St. Vitus and the Old Town Square. Later, time to visit one of the royal castles or enjoy a lunch cruise. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
  
   
• Day 14 - Prague – Pilsen – Nuremberg – Frankfurt (Offenbach) Today''s drive takes us through the Czech Republic to Pilsen – famous for its beer and Sköda factory. Then we head into western Germany and on to Nuremberg. Here we see the castle and its ramparts before arriving in Frankfurt for our final night. Tonight, we enjoy a Farewell Dinner together with our Tour Director and travelling companions. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Sheraton Offenbach
  
   
• Day 15 - Frankfurt – USA Bid farewell to new-found friends as we transfer you to the airport for your return flight to America. (Buffet Breakfast)