Wonders of Italy, Vienna, Budapest and Prague

Wonders of Italy, Vienna, Budapest and Prague

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Wonders of Italy, Vienna, Budapest and Prague

12 Days Starting in Rome, Italy and ending in Frankfurt, Germany

Visiting: Rome, Florence, Venice, Innsbruck, Kitzbuhel, Salzburg, St. Wolfgang, Traunsee Lake, Vienna, Budapest, Prague, Pilsen, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Frankfurt

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 35

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-99

Special diets catered:

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Tour operated in:

English
From: $2099

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Get ready to see some of Europe's most extravagant castles and powerful palaces with this multi-country tour from Italy to Germany! Your journey will begin in Rome, the ancient capital of Italy. Uncover thousands of years of history as you visit the Imperial Forums and St. Peters Basilica. From there you will travel to Florence, the Birthplace of the Renaissance, and the perfect place to see the famous works of iconic Italian artists. Take a boat across the Grand Canal in Venice, the City of Canals, where you will discover St. Marks Square. Cross the border into Austria to visit Innsbruck, home to the Swarovski Crystal Museum, and drive across the mountains to the beautiful ski village of Kitzbuhel. Your next couple of stops will be in Salzburg, known for its historic city center and the legendary birthplace of Mozart, and Traunsee Lake, from where you will head on a cruise to Gmunden, known for its spectacular Alpine scenery. Next, travel to Vienna to visit the Schonbrunn Palace, the former home of the Hapsburgs. Cross the border into Hungary with a trip to Budapest, the “Queen of the Danube” home to an astounding 123 thermal baths. Explore Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, known for its rich culture and incredible art scene. Travel to Prague, the Czech capital, where you will head on a scenic boat tour on the Vltava River and see the Prague Castle – the largest ancient castle in the world! Drive through Bavaria, perhaps the most beautiful region in Germany, to visit Lauf, known for its busy market and Wenzelschloss Castle. Your next stop will be in Wurzburg, a famous university city situated on the banks of the Maine River. Finally, you will explore Frankfurt, known for its futuristic skyline, where your tour of Italy, Vienna, Budapest, and Prague will come to an end!

Highlights

  • Travel to Rome to see the Colosseum, and visit Florence, where you will see the Duomo

  • Head on a breathtaking boat ride across the Grand Canal in Venice, the “City of Canals”

  • Visit Vienna, the capital of Austria, known for its extravagant palaces and green gardens

  • Find out how the sub-cities of Buda and Pest are divided with a boat tour on the Danube

  • See the medieval splendors and scenic rivers of the Czech Republic with a trip to Prague

  • Explore Frankfurt, a fascinating city home to historic cathedrals and a futuristic skyline

Itinerary

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Day 1: Rome Arrival (-/-/-)

Location: Rome

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: HOTEL SHANGRI-LA ROMA

Welcome to Italy! Upon arrival in Rome, you will be transferred to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details regarding the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers. At the end of the evening, we will arrange a transfer to the Via Cavour area, a great introduction to Rome, where you will find restaurants serving Italian, Indian, Chinese, and International food.




Overnight in Rome

Day 2: Rome (B/-/-)

Location: Rome

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: HOTEL SHANGRI-LA ROMA

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning after breakfast enjoy a scenic tour of Rome, the Eternal City.  You will have the opportunity to see the Vatican City home to St. Peters Basilica.  A visit to the Roman Coliseum, the symbol of Rome is included.  The Coliseum dates back 2,000 years and during your visit you will have learn about the ancient society of the Roman Empire. This evening you will be transferred to Trastevere where you will have free time to stroll the narrow-cobbled streets of the district. This area is home to churches, shops and many trattorias & osterias (informal Italian eating establishments). You will be transferred back to the hotel later in the evening. 




Overnight in Rome

Day 3: Rome – Florence (B/-/-)

Location: Rome, Florence

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: THE GATE HOTEL

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will start your day by departing from Rome, heading North on a beautiful route. Take in the magnificent landscapes on your way to Florence. Upon arrival, you will head straight to the Piazzale Michelangelo to see the beautiful views of the city. In the evening you will head on a tour with a local expert to explore the historic center. Bask in the beauty of the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria. This city is truly an outdoor museum waiting to be explored. Enjoy some leisure time to get to know the city before dinner, where you can enjoy delicious meals in one of the many restaurants of your choice which serve international cuisine.




Overnight in Florence

Day 4: Florence – Venice (B/-/-)

Location: Florence, Venice

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: HOTEL LUGANO TORRETTA

Meals Included: Breakfast

Start your day with a delicious breakfast before you depart from your hotel. Today we enjoy stunning mountain landscapes while crossing the Apennine Mountains. We will arrive in Venice and take the boat and cross the Giudecca to the Island of Venice. With a local guide, we will visit the marvelous St. Mark´s Square and enter the Basilica (entrance included). Afterward, we will visit the Murano Glass Factory. It is fascinating to see the technique of how this ancient glass is made. Enjoy some time at leisure to explore. Accommodation in the Mestre district.




Overnight in the Mestre District, Venice

Day 5: Venice – Innsbruck – Kitzbuhel (B/-/D)

Location: Venice, Innsbruck, Kitzbuhel

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: HOTEL KITZBUHLER ALPEN

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, you will depart Venice and travel to Austria. Upon arrival in Innsbruck, you may stroll around the historic center and enjoy lunch. You will then travel along a beautiful scenic route between the mountains to Kitzbuhel. Upon arrival, you will have time to explore the picturesque village — a famous ski resort where you can see snow throughout many months of the year.




Overnight in Kitzbuhel

Day 6: Kitzbuhel – Salzburg – St. Wolfgang – Traunsee Lake – Vienna (B/-/-)

Location: Kitzbuhel, Salzburg, St. Wolfgang, Traunsee Lake, Vienna

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: RAINERS HOTEL

Meals Included: Breakfast

After a delicious breakfast, get ready to depart from your hotel. Head on a tour with a cable ride up the mountains surrounding Kitzbuhel. The medieval town offers snowy landscapes 9 months a year and a beautiful alpine flower garden in the summer. Later, you will continue your journey along the mountains of Austria until you arrive in Salzburg. Your guide will accompany you through the beautiful streets of the citys historic center, declared a World Heritage Site. Then, you will drive by the beautiful lakes and mountains towards St. Wolfgang, a famous town of pilgrimage. Continue your journey towards Traunkirchen and get ready to see the beautiful Traunsee Lake. Here, you will head on a cruise to see four castles until you disembark the boat in Gmunden. The journey will then take you to Vienna, the capital of Austria, where you will arrive in the late afternoon.




Overnight in Vienna

Day 7: Vienna (B/-/-)

Location: Vienna

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: RAINERS HOTEL

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will head on a scenic tour around the beautiful city of Vienna with a local expert. Get ready to see the majestic avenues, breathtaking palaces, and vibrant city center. You will then head directly to Schonbrunn Palace, where you may stroll through the beautiful gardens. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon of leisure in the city centre. In the evening we include a transfer to the neighborhood of Grinzing, an old wine-growing village annexed to the city and known for its traditional taverns. Free time to dine in one of its typical restaurants.




Overnight in Vienna

Day 8: Vienna – Budapest (B/-/-)

Location: Vienna, Budapest

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: MERCURE BUDAPEST KORONA

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will depart your hotel to begin your journey to Hungary. You will have an approximate three-hour journey to Budapest. Arriving at around 11:30, you will explore Budapest (“Queen of the Danube”) with a boat tour on the river. Budapest is divided by the Danube River, with historic Buda on one side and cosmopolitan Pest on the other. Enjoy lunch followed by a scenic tour of the beautiful city. After the tour, you may enjoy some leisure time. At the end of the day, you can explore the lively area of Vaci Utca, and choose from one of many restaurants to have dinner.




Overnight in Budapest

Day 9: Budapest – Bratislava – Prague (B/-/-)

Location: Budapest, Prague

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: CLARION CONGRESS HOTEL PRAGUE

Meals Included: Breakfast

In the morning, you will travel to Bratislava, the capital city of Slovakia situated by the Danube. The city offers an attractive historic center which you can explore. You will have time to enjoy lunch in the center before you continue your journey to the Czech Republic. In the evening you will arrive in the beautiful city of Prague, where you can make your way to Old Town Square. This central location will give you the perfect introduction to the vibrant city, which is full of energy and tourist attractions. Enjoy a delicious dinner at one of the many restaurants serving international cuisine, including Czech, Chinese, Indian, and Italian.




Overnight in Prague

Day 10: Prague (B/-/-)

Location: Prague

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: CLARION CONGRESS HOTEL PRAGUE

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will explore Prague. Admire the citys Baroque architecture as you head on an informative city tour with an expert guide, which will include outstanding monuments. During this visit, you may walk through Prague Castle, a major city attraction. Later, you can head on a beautiful boat tour on the Vltava River. Enjoy some leisure time in the afternoon to explore the city. In the evening you will spend more time in the historic city center.




Overnight in Prague

Day 11: Prague – Pilsen – Rothemburgh – Frankfurt (B/-/-)

Location: Prague, Pilsen, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Frankfurt

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: MOVENPICK FRANKFURT

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy a delicious breakfast before you depart for Germany. We will have an early departure from Prague and stop in Pilsen, in the region of West Bohemia, a city renowned for its beer. Time for a walk through its historic center where we find the Great Square, the cathedral, the Plague Column and a Renaissance-era town hall. We will then cross into Germany where we will follow a section of the so-called ¨Romantic Route¨. Next, we will visit Rothemburg, a town that seems to come straight out of a fairy tale and is one of the most beautiful villages in the country. Afterwards, we will head to Frankfurt. Arrival in the financial capital of Germany in late afternoon. Free time in the historic city center where there is a wide variety of restaurants to choose from (from Indian cuisine to Oriental, Italian, international and so on).




Overnight in Frankfurt

Day 12: Frankfurt (B/-/-)

Location: Frankfurt

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, make your own way to the international airport in Frankfurt, where you will board your flight home.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    11 Nights accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar

  • Meals

    Daily breakfast, 1 Dinner at Kitzbuhel, Arrival airport transfer in Rome included.

  • Transportation

    Transportation in an A/C Motor Coach

  • Fully Guided

    Service of Bilingual/English-speaking tour guides

  • City tour in Rome, Florence, Venice, Budapest and Prague

  • Entrance fees as per the itinerary

    Imperial Forums of Rome, Saint Mark´s Basilica,Murano Glass Factory in Venice,Prague Castle included.

  • Boat Ride

    Boat ride in Venice,Boat ride on Traunsee Lake in Traunkirchen,Boat ride on Danube River in Budapest,Boat ride on Vltava River in Prague is included.

  • All local applicable taxes

What's Not Included

  • Items of personal nature, tips, and gratuities

  • Departure transfer in Frankfurt

  • Visa fees, if applicable

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Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides 11 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, daily breakfast is included, along with one dinner at Kitzbuhel.

  • Is airport transfer included in the tour package?

    Yes, arrival airport transfer in Rome is included. However, departure transfer in Frankfurt is not included.

  • What type of transportation is used during the tour?

    Transportation is provided in an air-conditioned motor coach.

  • Are there any guided tours included in the itinerary?

    Yes, the tour includes city tours in Rome, Florence, Venice, Budapest, and Prague with bilingual/English-speaking tour guides.

  • Are there any boat rides included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes boat rides in Venice, on Traunsee Lake in Traunkirchen, on the Danube River in Budapest, and on the Vltava River in Prague.

  • What are some of the key attractions visited during the tour?

    Key attractions include the Colosseum in Rome, the Duomo in Florence, St. Mark’s Basilica and the Murano Glass Factory in Venice, Prague Castle, and the Imperial Forums of Rome.

  • Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour package?

    Yes, items of personal nature, tips, gratuities, visa fees (if applicable), and items not mentioned as included are not covered by the tour package.

  • What activities are available in Kitzbuhel?

    In Kitzbuhel, you can explore the picturesque village, which is a famous ski resort, and enjoy a cable ride up the mountains surrounding the town.

  • What can I expect during the visit to Vienna?

    In Vienna, you will have a scenic tour around the city, visit Schonbrunn Palace and its gardens, and have free time to explore the city center and dine in the traditional taverns of Grinzing.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

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

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

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

    Yes.

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

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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  • Cancellation Policy

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

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.