Grand Tour of Central Europe

Grand Tour of Central Europe

Frankfurt, Germany
Frankfurt

Frankfurt, Germany

Days 1-2
Warsaw
Warsaw

Warsaw

Day 5
Kraków
Kraków

Kraków

Days 6-7
Budapest
Budapest

Budapest

Days 8-9
Vienna, Austria
Vienna

Vienna, Austria

Days 10-11
Nuremberg, Germany
Nuremberg

Nuremberg, Germany

Day 14
Frankfurt, Germany
Frankfurt

Frankfurt, Germany

Days 14-15

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Grand Tour of Central Europe

15 Days Starting and ending in Frankfurt, Germany

Visiting: Frankfurt, Weimar, Berlin, Warsaw, Kraków, Budapest, Vienna, Prague, Nuremberg

Tour operator:

ESKAPAS

Tour code:

948271

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

EASY

Tour operated in:

English
From: $4895 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 22-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 14-night Grand Tour of Central Europe, exploring the rich history and vibrant cultures of Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary. Begin and end your journey in Frankfurt, with two-night stays in Berlin, Warsaw, Kraków, Budapest, Prague, and Vienna. Discover Germany's intellectual heart in Weimar, the eclectic charm of Berlin, and the lively spirit of Munich. In Poland, visit the historic Jasna Góra monastery and the poignant Auschwitz concentration camp. Marvel at the Tatra Mountains en route to Hungary, where Budapest's architectural wonders await. Experience Vienna's elegance and Prague's gothic allure, before returning to Frankfurt via the scenic Romantic Road. Enjoy guided tours, daily breakfasts, and comfortable accommodations throughout this unforgettable European adventure.

Highlights

  • Visit Germany's major cities, including Berlin, Munich, and the intellectual hub of Weimar.

  • Explore the historical land of Poland, including Poznan, Warsaw, and the Auschwitz concentration camp.

  • Admire the majestic Tatra Mountains while traveling through scenic Slovakia.

  • Experience the legendary Danube in Budapest, with sights like Buda Castle and Fishermen's Bastion.

  • Discover Vienna, Austria's capital, known for its waltz, pastries, and Habsburg palaces.

  • Explore Prague's Charles Bridge, Jewish Quarter, and the Astronomical Clock.

  • Travel through the Bohemian Forest into Bavarian Munich and along the Romantic Road with fairytale villages.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive In Frankfurt, Germany

Location: Frankfurt

Accommodation Name: Leonardo Royal Frankfurt or Mercure at Friedrichsdorf

Upon arrival you will be transferred to check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.

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Overnight: Frankfurt Meals: Not Available

Start point: Pick-up from Frankfurt Ariport, Frankfurt Airport (FRA),

Day 2 : Frankfurt - Weimar - Berlin

Location: Frankfurt, Weimar, Berlin

Accommodation Name: Park Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz

Meals Included: Breakfast

Frankfurt - Weimar - BerlinNortheast today using the Autobahn for a stop in Weimar, one-time intellectual heart of Germany and host to such luminaries as Luther, Cranach, Bach, Liszt, Schiller, and, of course, Goethe himself. It was at one time rightly known as the "Athens of Germany." Journey past Jena, home to the world-famous Zeiss Optics Factory. Over the River Elbe for a few more miles into Germany's capital city, Berlin.

Overnight: Berlin Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 : Berlin

Location: Berlin

Accommodation Name: Park Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz

Meals Included: Breakfast

On this morning’s included guided tour, learn how the city is no longer divided but every bit as fascinating. Once the city of contrasts with its West and East side separated into two different worlds by a wall, Berlin has developed into a harmonious blend of old and new. It has preserved the old buildings, such as the State Opera House and Brandenburg Gate; its neoclassic-style boulevards, such as the Kurfürstendamm and Unter den Linden; and it has created brand new buildings in the most daring, contemporary architectural styles. It is once again Germany’s capital and one of Europe’s most lively and interesting cities.

Overnight: Berlin Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 : Berlin - Poznan, Poland - Warsaw

Location: Berlin

Accommodation Name: MDM Hotel or the Metropole Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Drive east to Poznan, one of Poland’s oldest trading centers and admire its renaissance market square. Continue to Warsaw, capital of Poland.

Overnight: Warsaw Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 : Warsaw

Location: Warsaw

Accommodation Name: MDM Hotel or the Metropole Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

The included sightseeing tour is an excellent introduction to Warsaw, magnificently reconstructed after wartime destruction. Today, its wide avenues contrast strikingly with the narrow lanes of the old section.

Overnight: Warsaw Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 : Warsaw - Jasna Góra - Auschwitz - Kraków

Location: Kraków

Accommodation Name: Hotel Swing

Meals Included: Breakfast

Two encounters with history on your southbound journey today. First, Jasna Gora near Czestochowa, the monastery that withstood the repeated onslaught of overwhelming Swedish forces during the religious wars of the 17th century. Since then, its Black Madonna is venerated as the _Queen of Poland_ and has become the country's national symbol. In the afternoon, visit what is left of the Auschwitz concentration camp, a chilling reminder of the Holocaust. Evening arrival in Kraków.

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Overnight: Krakow Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 : Kraków

Location: Kraków

Accommodation Name: Hotel Swing

Meals Included: Breakfast

This is, they say, Poland’s most beautiful city. For almost 500 years it was the country’s capital; today, it is without a doubt its cultural capital. Join the included morning sightseeing in ancient Kraków, for centuries the residence of Polish kings. See the Market Square, the Jewish Quarter, St. Mary’s Church, and Wawel Cathedral. Free time later to explore this interesting town at your own pace and mingle with the locals. Tonight’s optional folklore dinner might be the way to round off your stay in this city.

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Overnight: Krakow Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 : Kraków - Budapest, Hungary

Location: Budapest

Accommodation Name: Novotel Centrum Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Travel through three countries today. First, south to the Tatra Mountains of Poland, then through scenic Slovakia, and finally into Hungary. Your destination is Budapest, the most lively of Eastern European capitals

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Overnight: Budapest Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 : Budapest

Location: Budapest

Accommodation Name: Novotel Centrum Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Budapest is a treasure trove of architectural wonders, from Gothic to Baroque; Neoclassical to Art Nouveau, but also full of history, a food capital, and surprisingly rich in thermal waters. Discover all of this and more during the guided city tour.

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Overnight: Budapest Meals: Breakfast

Day 10 : Budapest - Bratislava, Slovakia - Vienna, Austria

Location: Vienna

Accommodation Name: Star Inn Schoenbrunn

Meals Included: Breakfast

Journey northwest and cross the border into neighboring Slovakia. Stop in Bratislava, its intriguing capital on the banks of the Danube to explore the medieval Old Town. Continue west and enter Austria, arriving in magical Vienna.

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Overnight: Vienna Meals: Breakfast

Day 11 : Vienna

Location: Vienna

Accommodation Name: Star Inn Schoenbrunn

Meals Included: Breakfast

Join the included city sightseeing tour for a great introduction to the major sights: the State Opera, Parliament, the ornate Rathaus (Town Hall), and views of the Hofburg Imperial Palace from Heroes’ Square.

­Vienna features a drive along the Ringstrasse, passing the State Opera House along the way. You'll make a stop at the Hofburg Palace, winter residence of the Austrian imperial family. Marvel at the palace's impressive courtyards, and see the historic Heldenplatz located directly in front of the palace.

Your tour also includes a visit to St. Stephen's Cathedral, an majestic work of Romanesque and Gothic construction. With its multi-colored roof tiles and spire reaching almost 450 feet, it dominates the cityscape and has become a symbol of Vienna.

Afternoon free at leisure. You’ll have plenty of time to discover Vienna on your own or join our wonderful optional excursions.

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Overnight: Vienna Meals: Breakfast

Day 12 : Vienna - Prague, Czechia

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Location: Prague

Accommodation Name: Hotel Duo Praha

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning at leisure or join an optional excursion. This afternoon, cross the Czech border into Moravia, then through the rich farmlands of Bohemia to Prague.

Overnight: Prague Meals: Breakfast

Day 13 : Prague

Location: Prague

Accommodation Name: Hotel Duo Praha

Meals Included: Breakfast

The wealth of gothic and baroque architecture perhaps inspired Dvorak and Smetana, both Prague composers. The included guided sightseeing features landmarks such as the Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town Square with the astronomical clock. Your Tour Director may suggest an optional evening excursion with traditional Czech music and entertainment.

­Overnight: Prague Meals: Breakfast

Day 14 : Prague - Nuremberg - Germany, Frankfurt Area

Location: Nuremberg, Frankfurt

Accommodation Name: Leonardo Royal Frankfurt or Mercure at Friedrichsdorf

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning visit Nuremberg with its pretty market square and Our Lady’s Church before heading towards the Frankfurt Area.

Overnight: Frankfurt Meals: Breakfast

Day 15 : Depart Frankfurt

Location: Frankfurt

Accommodation Name: Leonardo Royal Frankfurt or Mercure at Friedrichsdorf

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends this morning. After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for departure. End of our services

Overnight: Frankfurt Meals: Breakfast

What's Included

  • Guided Tours

    Guided sightseeing tours in English of Berlin, Warsaw, Jasna Gora monastery, Auschwitz, Krakow, Budapest, Vienna, and Prague are included.

  • Professional Travel Director

    Services of an English-speaking professional travel director are included.

  • Entrance Fees

    All entrance fees to the museums or attractions mentioned in the program are included.

  • Hotel Tips, Taxes, and Service Charges

    Hotel tips, taxes, and service charges are included.

What's Not Included

  • Flights

    Flights are not included in the tour package.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as drinks and minibars are not included.

  • Tips

    Tips to the guide and driver are optional and not included.

  • Porterage

    Porterage is not offered on this tour. Travelers are responsible for transporting their own luggage.

Mode of Transport

Travel across Central Europe using a combination of autobahns and scenic routes, with transfers included between major cities such as Berlin, Warsaw, Kraków, Budapest, Vienna, and Prague, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey throughout the tour.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable stays in well-appointed hotels across Central Europe, including the Leonardo Royal Frankfurt, Park Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz, MDM Hotel in Warsaw, Hotel Swing in Kraków, Novotel Centrum Hotel in Budapest, Star Inn Schoenbrunn in Vienna, and Hotel Duo Praha in Prague.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides accommodations in hotels listed or similar, including stays at the Leonardo Royal Frankfurt, Park Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz, MDM Hotel or Metropole Hotel in Warsaw, Hotel Swing in Kraków, Novotel Centrum Hotel in Budapest, Star Inn Schoenbrunn in Vienna, and Hotel Duo Praha in Prague.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, buffet breakfast is included daily throughout the tour.

  • What kind of guided tours are included in the itinerary?

    The tour includes guided sightseeing tours in English of Berlin, Warsaw, Jasna Gora monastery, Auschwitz, Krakow, Budapest, Vienna, and Prague. It also includes visits to Weimar, Poznan, Bratislava, and Nuremberg.

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour?

    Yes, all entrance fees to the museums or attractions mentioned in the program are included.

  • Is transportation of luggage provided during the tour?

    Porterage is not offered on this tour. Travelers will be responsible for transporting their own luggage for the duration of the tour.

  • What is the starting and ending point of the tour?

    The tour starts and ends in Frankfurt, Germany.

  • Is there a professional guide available throughout the tour?

    Yes, the services of an English-speaking professional travel director are included.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes you can.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)

Reviews of this operator

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The Eskapas 10 day Anatolian tour of Turkey was by far the best experience for my month stay in Turkey. Most of my trips in the past to countries include too many stories about how things went wrong when traveling and planning trips myself. The Eskapas tour started off great with me being picked up by Eskapas at the Turkey airport exit and ending well with a driver picking me up at the scheduled 2am time to get me back to the airport after the tour. I give Ismail the credit for arranging the airport transfers which took the pressure off me. Reading other Eskapas positive reviews mentioning Ismail’s name and her tour arrangement success was one of the deciding factors for me using Eskapas. Now for the tour, I was not doing too well after drinking Istanbul tap water before starting the tour. Nader, the tour guide found me an open pharmacy on a Turkish national holiday when most pharmacies were closed. I and the tour group appreciate him finding that pharmacy. Nader has been leading tours for over 30 years In Turkey and had informative responses to any and all questions. I learned a lot about the Turkey culture from him that I would have missed had I planned this tour on my own. The quality of hotels we stayed at far exceeded my expectations. It was pleasant to have a conversation with others on the tour discussing if a hotel was a 4 or 5 star. I expect to book a tour next year to Egypt using Eskapas. Lessons learned, don’t drink the public water in Turkey and take an Eskapas tour.

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Book with Confidence

  • Free Date Changes

    ESKAPAS allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    ESKAPAS allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform eskapas, 61 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    ESKAPAS requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 61 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of eskapas charges.

    Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.