Highlights of New Europe 2010

An exploration of Germany, Poland, Hungary, Austria and the Czech Republic that reveals majestic, dramatic heritage and stories of faith and renewal.

Highlights

  • Frankfurt
  • Berlin
  • Poznan
  • Warsaw
  • Czestochowa
  • Krakow
  • Budapest
  • Vienna
  • Gyor
  • Lednice
  • Prague
  • Pilsen
  • Rothenburg
  • Brno

    Whats Included

    Sightseeing Highlights

  • Frankfurt: Orientation including the Old Town.
  • Berlin: Sightseeing including the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, Tiergarten and the German State Opera House.
  • Poznan: Visit the town known as the 'Cradle of the Polish State'.
  • Warsaw: Sightseeing including the Old City, St. John's Cathedral, and the Royal Palace.
  • Czestochowa: View the monastery at Jasna Gora.
  • Krakow: Sightseeing includes the Cathedral and Royal Castle on Wavel Hill.
  • Budapest: Sightseeing includes Gellert Hill, the Fishermen's Bastion and the Church of St. Matthias.
  • Vienna: Sightseeing including Vienna's Ringstrasse, City Hall, Hofburg, the Opera and Parliament.
  • Gyor: Visit the medieval city.
  • Prague: Sightseeing including Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square.
  • Pilsen: See the Brewery and the Skoda Factory.
  • Rothenburg: Visit the fortified medieval town.
  • Brno: See the medieval town.

    Dinning Highlights

  • 14 buffet breakfasts
  • 7 three-course dinners21 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)

    Travel Highlights

  • Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, local taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats.
  • Services throughout the tour of a professional multi-lingual Tour Director.
  • Specialised local guide in Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, Budapest, Vienna and Prague.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and a Welcome on Tour book.
  • Frankfurt Airport transfers are provided on Days 2 and 16, conditions apply.

    Additional Visa Requirements
    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.

    • Details

    Tour Operator
    Trafalgar Tours
    Offer
    Offer valid through 12/31/2009
    Duration
    16 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Depart USA Depart USA :
    Overnight flight to Frankfurt.
    Day 2Frankfurt Arrive Frankfurt :
    Welcome to Frankfurt! After check-in this afternoon, we enjoy an orientation tour of Germany's dynamic financial center and medieval Romerplatz. (Dinner)

    Hotel: Mercure Neu Isenburg
    Day 3Berlin Frankfurt - Berlin (2 nights) :
    Today's journey takes us north into eastern Germany via Kassel, the Grimm brothers' home town, to Berlin for our two-night stay. On arrival experience the excitement of this city. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Park Plaza Prenzlauerberg
    Day 4Berlin Berlin sightseeing and at leisure :
    Our morning sightseeing features highlights of a united Berlin including the Reichstag Building, Tiergarten, the Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden Boulevard and the German State Opera House. Later there's time at leisure, to perhaps join an optional excursion exploring Berlin's secret past? (Buffet breakfast)
    Day 5Warsaw Berlin - Warsaw (2 nights) :
    First we head to the German border town of Frankfurt-an-der-Oder. We continue on to Poland, making a stop at the commercial center of Poznan, with its City Hall and gothic churches. Later, we cross the central plains of Poland to its capital, Warsaw. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Jan III Sobieski
    Day 6Warsaw Warsaw sightseeing :
    Our morning sightseeing tour reveals Warsaw's historic center where much of the old town was rebuilt after the war. Also included is the site of the Warsaw Ghetto. At leisure don't miss the opportunity to take an excursion to Wilanow Palace, the residence of Polish King Sobieski, saviour of Vienna. This evening before dinner at our hotel, why not enjoy a private Chopin piano recital? (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
    Day 7Krakow Warsaw - Krakow (2 nights) :
    After breakfast, our journey takes us south to Czestochowa, site of the 14th century Paulite Monastery at Jasna Gora. This place of pilgrimage is the home of a world famous portrait of Our Lady, the Black Madonna, thought to be painted by St. Luke. From here it's on to Krakow for two nights. Later, on our arrival, why not take a trip to see the famous sculptures in the nearby salt mines? (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Chopin Hotel Krakow
    Day 8Krakow Krakow sightseeing :
    Our morning sightseeing tour reveals the city's medieval walls and buildings, highlighting the cafestle and cathedral on Wavel Hill, echoes of Poland's royal heritage. With time at leisure, perhaps take a stroll through the medieval old town. Later maybe visit Auschwitz, a chilling reminder of the wartime Holocaust. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
    Day 9Budapest Krakow - Budapest (2 nights). :
    Beautiful scenery awaits us as we drive through the foothills of the Tatra Mountains. Here we cross into the Slovak Republic and on to Hungary en route to Budapest on the romantic River Danube. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Arena
    Day 10Budapest Budapest sightseeing :
    After breakfast, the main sights of the twin cities included on our morning sightseeing tour are the Fishermen's Bastion, Heroes' Square and the Church of St. Matthias, plus a panoramic view of the city from Gellert Hill. Then with time on your own, maybe take a trip to Szentendre or visit the Parliament buildings. After dark, why not discover Eastern Europe's liveliest nightlife? (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
    Day 11Vienna Budapest - Vienna (2 nights) :
    Today's journey through the region of Transdanubia, dotted with orchards and vineyards, brings us to the town of Gyor. Founded by the Romans, Gyor has retained much of its medieval and baroque charm. From here, we cross the Austrian border en route to imperial Vienna. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Senator
    Day 12Vienna Vienna sightseeing :
    From the Parliament to the Opera, the Hofburg to the City Hall, our guided sightseeing tour reveals the splendor of the Austrian capital. This evening, why not join an optional excursion and head for the city's outskirts to one of Austria's many wine villages for dinner at a lively "Heurige", a local wine inn? (Buffet breakfast)
    Day 13Prague Vienna - Prague (2 nights) :
    This morning we cross the border into the Czech Republic via the medieval town of Brno. From here we continue our journey through the historic Bohemian countryside to the golden city of Prague. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Jurys Inn
    Day 14Prague Prague sightseeing :
    Spanning the River Vltava, Prague ranks as one of the most beautifully preserved cities in Europe. Our guided sightseeing tour features Prague Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus and the old town square. At leisure, why not enjoy a lunch cruise on the Vltava River? (Buffet breakfast)
    Day 15Frankfurt Prague - Frankfurt :
    Today we leave the Czech Republic, making a stop at the beer-brewing town of Pilsen. Next we cross the border into Germany to charming Rothenburg. Here an orientation of the city explores its medieval streets and fortified walls. There's time to shop for Christmas ornaments before we drive north back to Frankfurt. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Mercure Neu Isenburg
    Day 16Return USA Frankfurt - USA :
    This morning, time to bid farewell to your Tour Director and new-found friends as our memorable tour together comes to an end. There are transfers available to Frankfurt Airport, conditions apply. (Buffet breakfast)
    Dates/Pricing

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    April 16, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    April 23, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    April 30, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    May 14, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
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    July 16, 2010$2,275.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    July 23, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    July 30, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    August 13, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    August 20, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    August 27, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    September 10, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
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    September 24, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    October 01, 2010$2,199.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
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