Imperial Europe

Imperial Europe

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Imperial Europe

10 Days Starting and ending in Munich, Germany

Visiting: Munich, Prague, Bratislava, Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg

Tour operator:

Trafalgar

Tour code:

WEOXZN19

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $2525 $2264 Operator discount: -$262

NB: Prices correct on 12-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Imperial Europe, exploring the rich history and vibrant cultures of Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and Austria. Begin your adventure in Munich, where you'll discover the iconic Marienplatz, before venturing to the medieval charm of Regensburg and the enchanting city of Prague. Experience the unique MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® workshop on beekeeping in Prague, and savor a traditional Hungarian dinner with the Schieszl family in Budapest. Marvel at the architectural splendor of Vienna, including the Hofburg Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral, and enjoy the picturesque landscapes of Salzburg. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury air-conditioned coach, staying in cherry-picked hotels, and enjoy guided tours with local specialists. This tour promises a blend of must-see sights, cultural experiences, and leisure time, all while supporting sustainable travel initiatives.

Highlights

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    Must-see Highlights

    • Explore Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg
    • Discover Munich, Regensburg, Bratislava and Gyor
    • View the Marienplatz in Munich, St. Vitus' Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague, the Imperial Boulevards of Vienna
    • See Melk Abbey

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    Make Travel Matter®

    Prague: Join Jindriška Hinge for a fun workshop on beekeeping and the rooftop bee projects in Prague. Explore bee foraging habitats, learn about bee-flower relationships, honey bee products, and the impact of climate change on bee health. Discover how these pollinators influence this magical city while enjoying herbal tea with honey from rooftop bees. Your experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.

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    Be My Guest

    Budapest: Join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian dinner and the story of their winery that dates back to the 19th century.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome To Munich

Location: Munich

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Westpark

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Westpark

Meals Included: Dinner

The sophisticated city streets of Munich are your launch pad to an adventure through the capitals of Imperial Europe. Join your fellow travelers and your Travel Director this afternoon on an orientation tour, and spend some free time immersing yourself in the sights and sounds of the Bavarian capital. View the Marienplatz, the center of Munich city life since the 12th century, and its iconic Glockenspiel, before enjoying dinner together to kick-start your journey.

Day 2: Journey To Medieval Regensburg And Prague

Location: Prague

Accommodation: Vienna House Andel's

Accommodation Name: Vienna House by Wyndham Andel's Prague

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning visit Regensburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an unspoilt medieval gem. Cross the Czech border and head to Prague, your home for the next two nights. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience -  an educational lecture with a local bee expert. You’ll have the evening to spend your way. Consider joining an Optional Experience to explore beautiful Prague by night with a Local Specialist

Day 3: Discover Colorful Prague

Location: Prague

Accommodation: Vienna House Andel's

Accommodation Name: Vienna House by Wyndham Andel's Prague

Meals Included: Breakfast

Delve into centuries of history as you join a Local Specialist for a guided sightseeing tour of Prague. View the impressive Gothic architecture of St. Vitus Cathedral in the grounds of the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle, then cross the river on your walking tour to the Old Town Square to see the Astronomical Clock, with its hourly Walk of the Apostles. The afternoon is yours to experience the city on your terms. Savor the delicious flavors of Trdelník in the Old Town Square, pay tribute to the saints that line the Charles Bridge or consider a relaxing lunch cruise on the Vltava.

Day 4: Onwards To Slovak Bratislava And Budapest

Location: Bratislava

Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott City Center

Accommodation Name: Courtyard by Marriott City Center

Meals Included: Breakfast

Cross the lush landscapes of Moravia and stop in Bratislava to admire its eclectic Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco architecture. Continue across the Hungarian border before arriving in Budapest, the 'Paris of the East'.

Day 5: Explore Riverside Budapest Make Travel Matter Connect With Locals

Location: Budapest

Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott City Center

Accommodation Name: Courtyard by Marriott City Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Admire the iconic and unexpected highlights of Budapest on a guided sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist. See the famous Chain Bridge which connects the two ancient settlements that straddle the Danube, and the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district. Here, you can enjoy superb views across the Danube below to the imposing Parliament building. Spend the rest of the day at leisure before joining the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian dinner at our Be My Guest experience. Connect With Locals and hear the story of their winery.

Day 6: Venture To Vienna

Location: Vienna

Accommodation: Holiday Inn South, Hilton Danube Waterfront

Accommodation Name: Imperial Riding School

Meals Included: Breakfast

A leisurely start to your morning could see you joining an Optional Experience guided tour of the magnificent Parliament Building. Cross the hilly landscapes of Transdanubia stopping in Győr to soak up its baroque atmosphere. Arrive in Vienna for an evening at leisure to indulge in the captivating melodies, art and architecture of a city that was once home to famous composers.

Day 7: See The Sights Of Vienna

Location: Vienna

Accommodation: Holiday Inn South

Accommodation Name: Imperial Riding School

Meals Included: Breakfast

Explore the imperial splendor of Vienna during your guided sightseeing tour of Vienna with a Local Specialist. Admire Hofburg Palace, the former winter residence of the Habsburg Dynasty, the grand State Opera House and Ringstrasse, a beautiful sweeping boulevard built in the 19th-century to replace the city walls. Then, see the ornate colorful roof of St. Stephen's Cathedral, one of the city's most beloved icons. Maybe, visit the Baroque Schönbrunn Palace with its tranquil gardens or enjoy Vienna's musical talents at one of the performances for which the city is famous.

Day 8: Off To Picturesque Salzburg

Location: Salzburg

Accommodation: Mercure City

Accommodation Name: Arcotel Castellani

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

En route to Salzburg, we see the impressive Benedictine Melk Abbey perched on a rocky outcrop above the Danube and learn about its royal connections. Arriving in Salzburg, we embark on a leisurely walking tour of its Old Town with a Local Specialist. Dine in your hotel this evening.

Day 9: Return To Munich

Location: Munich

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Westpark

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Westpark

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Leave Austria behind, bound for the Bavarian Capital, Munich. This evening, we celebrate an unforgettable journey through some of Europe's most memorable cities during dinner with your travel companions and Travel Director.

Day 10: Farewell Munich

Location: Munich

Meals Included: Breakfast

For now, it's time to say a fond Auf Wiedersehen to Germany, your fellow travelers and Travel Director at the end of your exhilarating European experience.

What's Included

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

    The tour includes the services of an expert Travel Director and a professional Driver.

  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

    Accommodation is provided in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted.

  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities

    All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour.

  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

    The tour covers all hotel tips, charges, and local taxes.

  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

    Daily breakfast and up to half of your evening meals are included.

  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

    The tour includes must-see sightseeing and surprise extras.

  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

    Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.

  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation

    Transportation is provided by a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.

  • Optional Experiences and free time

    The tour offers optional experiences and free time for personal exploration.

  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized

    Hotels of similar standard and location may be used if necessary.

What's Not Included

  • Airfare

    International airfare to/from the start/end of your trip is not included.

  • Visas

    Visas and other government fees are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is highly recommended.

  • Optional Experiences

    Costs associated with optional experiences are not included.

  • Incidentals

    Incidental expenses, such as room service, laundry, and phone calls, are not included.

Dining Summary

  • 4 Dinner (D)
  • 9 Breakfast (B)

Check out our Q&As

  • What unique experiences are included in the Imperial Europe tour?

    The tour includes a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience in Prague where you join a local bee expert for a workshop on beekeeping and learn about the impact of climate change on bee health. In Budapest, you will have a 'Be My Guest' experience with the Schieszl family, enjoying a hearty Hungarian dinner and learning about their winery's history.

  • What type of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides transportation in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi available in most countries. Alternative transportation, such as rail journeys, may also be used.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?

    The tour includes stays in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted. On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, breakfast is provided daily and up to half of your evening meals are included in the tour package.

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

    The tour starts and ends in Munich, with pick-up and drop-off at Munich Airport.

  • What are some of the key sightseeing highlights of the tour?

    The tour highlights include exploring cities like Prague, Budapest, Vienna, and Salzburg, discovering Munich, Regensburg, Bratislava, and Gyor, viewing the Marienplatz in Munich, St. Vitus' Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague, and seeing Melk Abbey.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1947

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.

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

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Renato Arrieta  

Best tour I joined so far

14-Jan-2023

My first time with Trafalgar and I see no reason why I should not join them again.

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King Ng, Lafayette, California  

Very well planned trip with timely breaks during the coach ride..

08-Nov-2021

It was a well organized tour group and we hit lots of interesting and beautiful scenes. Like our previous trips with Trafalgar, tourists were treated with well manner and professional tour guide/director, making our trip very enjoyable and delightful!

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Trusted Customer  

Best of Egypt

14-Jan-2023

We really did see the best of Egypt and beyond. Our tour guide, Mohammad, guided us through the rich history and the urban and rural life of such a unique and delightful country. We felt very safe and pampered.

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Marshal Daguio  

Wonderful Best Of Turkey

06-Nov-2021

It was my first time with Trafalgar Tour and I had a wonderful trip from day 1 till the last day. The Tour Director, Yocel Atik is very knowledgeable and Excellent. The health director and coach driver are helpful and supportive as well. The hotels selected were comfortable especially Rixos Hotel and Movenpick Hotel. The Best of Turkey is better than I expected.

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Barbara, Canada  

Irish Experience

09-Nov-2021

I am single and travel alone. I always feel secure and well-looked after when I travel with Trafalgar

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  • Low Deposit

    Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

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

    Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.

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