ROME : ERGIFE/IBIS STYLES ROMA AURELIA
FLORENCE : NILHOTEL/RAFFAELLO/NOVOTEL FIRENZE NORD
VENICE : NOVOTEL MESTRE CASTELLANA/DELFINO/SIRIO/SMART HOLIDAY
SALZBURG : HARRYS XL SALZBURG/IBIS SALZBURG NORD
VIENNA : NOVUM PRINZ EUGENE/RAINERS HOTEL/MOXY VIENNA CITY EAST
BUDAPEST : MERCURE BUDAPEST CASTLE HILL/RADISSON BUDAPEST BUDAPART/TRIBE BUDAPEST STADIUM/DANUBIUS ARENA
PRAGUE : DUO/PANORAMA HOTEL/COMFORT PRAGUE CITY EAST/OLYMPIK CONGRESS
FRANKFURT : BEST WESTERN MACRANDER FRANKFURT/CROWNE PLAZA FRANKFURT CONGRESS/FRANKFURT MESSE AFFILIATED BY MELIA/IBIS FRANKFURT CITY MESSE
Welcome to Rome! Upon your arrival, we'll be there to transfer you to your hotel. Later, our guide will meet you and provide all the essential information. You can also find details on the information sign in the hotel reception area. In the evening, we'll take you to Via Cavour, an excellent introduction to Rome. Here, you'll find a variety of restaurants offering Italian, Indian, Chinese, and international cuisine.
In the morning, we'll take a three-hour guided tour of the Eternal City, combining a walking tour through Imperial Rome with a panoramic bus ride to admire one of the oldest and most influential cities in Western civilization. During the tour, we'll see iconic landmarks such as the Arch of Constantine, the exterior of the Colosseum and the Imperial Forums, the Circus Maximus, the Baths of Caracalla, the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Pyramid of Cestius, and Castel Sant'Angelo. The tour will end at VATICAN CITY around 11:00 a.m. Afterward, our guide will offer an optional visit to explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. At the end of the day, we'll include a transfer to the popular Trastevere neighborhood, known for its cozy restaurants and lively atmosphere. Return to the hotel will be around 8:30 p.m.
Today, we'll leave Rome and head north, taking in the beautiful landscapes along the way. Upon reaching Florence, we'll go directly to the stunning Piazzale Michelangelo for breathtaking views of the city. We will then walk toward the historic center where, after some time for lunch, we'll enjoy a guided walking tour with a local expert through the historic center, visiting landmarks such as the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. This city is like an open-air museum. Afterward, you´ll have some free time to explore at your leisure. In the evening, you'll have plenty of options for dinner, as this district offers many restaurants with a variety of international cuisines.
Today, we'll enjoy the stunning mountain landscapes as we cross the Apennines. Upon arriving in Venice, we'll take a boat across the Giudecca Canal to the Island of Venice. With a local guide, we'll visit the marvelous St. Mark's Square. Afterwards, we'll tour the Murano Glass Factory, where you'll see the fascinating techniques used to create this ancient glass. You´ll have some free time to explore on your own. Accommodation will be in the Mestre district.
We will depart from Venice, traveling to Austria! Upon arriving in Innsbruck, you'll have time to stroll through the historic city center and enjoy lunch in the Austrian Tyrolean capital. Afterward, we'll journey along beautiful scenic roads through the mountains to Kitzbühel. Once there, you'll have time to explore this picturesque village, a famous ski resort where snow can be enjoyed for most of the year. We'll continue our journey to Salzburg, arriving by the end of the day.
Note: If there are few travelers, we may take a train from Venice to Innsbruck.
Today, we'll get to know Austria better. During the morning, we´ll explore Salzburg, Mozart's city. Its Renaissance and Baroque center is filled with beauty, all in the shadow of the grand castle. Next, well travel through lakes and mountains to reach St. Wolfgang, a renowned pilgrimage site in Austria. We'll then head to Traunkirchen, located beside the beautiful Traunsee Lake, where we'll take an included cruise to see four of the lake´s castles before disembarking in Gmunden. Afterward, we'll continue to Vienna, arriving in the evening.
Today, we'll embark on a panoramic tour of this impressive city with a local guide. We'll explore its majestic avenues, beautiful palaces, large parks and vibrant city center. In the afternoon, you'll have free time to explore on your own. In the evening, we'll include a transfer to the Grinzing district, an old wine-growing village now part of the city, known for its traditional taverns. You'll have free time to dine in the area.
After about three hours of travel, we'll arrive in Budapest, the capital of Hungary. Our first stop will be the lively area of Váci utca, where you'll have free time for lunch. After, we'll kick off our exploration of Budapest with an included boat trip on the Danube River, with historic Buda on one bank and cosmopolitan Pest on the other. The views are unbeatable. Following this, we'll begin a panoramic tour of the so-called ¨Queen of the Danube.¨ You'll have some free time afterwards. In the evening, we'll offer an optional outing to a Magyar show, with dinner included.
We will leave Budapest early and head for Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, a charming city along the Danube with an attractive historic center. You´ll have time to explore and enjoy lunch. After, we'll continue our journey to the Czech Republic, arriving in Prague in the evening. We'll provide a transfer to the Old Town Square, a central spot that offers a fantastic introduction to Prague with its vibrant atmosphere and numerous tourist activities. You can have dinner at one of the many restaurants offering a variety of international cuisines, including Czech, Chinese, Indian, and Italian. Afterward, we'll return to the hotel.
Today, we'll visit the capital, Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe. Our local tour guide will lead an informative panoramic tour, highlighting the city's most outstanding monuments. During the tour, there will be a visit to Prague Castle (admission included). After that, enjoy a boat ride on the Vltava River (included). In the afternoon, you'll have free time to explore the city on your own.
We'll depart early from PRAGUE and stop in PILSEN, in western Bohemia, a city renowned for its beer. You'll have time to stroll through its historic center, where you'll find the Old Town Square, the cathedral, the Plague Column, and a Renaissance-era town hall. We'll then cross into GERMANY and follow part of the Romantic Road. We'll visit ROTHENBURG, a town that seems to come straight out of a fairy tale and is considered one of the most beautiful villages in the country. Afterward, we'll head to FRANKFURT, the financial capital of Germany. After our arrival in the evening, enjoy free time in the historic city center, where you'll find a wide variety of restaurants offering Indian, Asian, Italian, and international cuisines.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
GD Holidays General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance and breakfast buffet.
Includes arrival transfer
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