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Tour · Insight Vacations · 8 nights

Country Roads of Central Europe

  • Travel in comfort on a 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom
  • Enjoy the services of an expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Explore with the flexibility of included audio headsets for sightseeing
From
$4,226 pp twin share
8 nights
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Departs 23 April 2027 Returns 2 October 2027
Duration8 nights
OperatorInsight Vacations
StyleTour
HighlightDiscover the fairy-tale towns, grand palaces, and cultural delights of Central Europe on this immersive 9-day journey
Explore the opulent Schönbrunn Palace and dance the Viennese waltz in Vienna. Wander the cobblestone streets of charming Český Krumlov and historic Prague. Tour the Auschwitz memorial and visit the vibrant city…

Experience the best Europe has to offer, beginning with Vienna sightseeing and a serving of Polish charm in breathtaking Kraków. Fall in love with the fairy-tale town of Český Krumlov before an exciting Insight Choice in the Czech capital—touring the thousand-year-old castle courtyards or joining a Local Expert for a walk through the Jewish quarter. Both will end by wowing you in the Old Town square with the fortune-telling astronomical clock. Journey through Slovakia and across the Tatra Mountains to Budapest. Explore the Old Town of Buda, separated from Pest by the Danube River, and admire the spectacular views from the Fisherman’s Bastion before feasting on the finest local delicacies paired with select Hungarian wines.

When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs
23 April 2027
Returns 2 October 2027
Returns
2 October 2027
Duration
8 nights
From pp twin share
$4,226 pp
  • 23 Apr 2027 - 01 May 2027
    from $4,342.50 pp twin share *
  • 07 May 2027 - 15 May 2027
    from $4,850 pp twin share *
  • 14 May 2027 - 22 May 2027
    from $4,850 pp twin share *
  • 21 May 2027 - 29 May 2027
    from $4,365 pp twin share *
  • 04 Jun 2027 - 12 Jun 2027
    from $4,365 pp twin share *
  • 11 Jun 2027 - 19 Jun 2027
    from $4,850 pp twin share *
  • 18 Jun 2027 - 26 Jun 2027
    from $4,850 pp twin share *
  • 25 Jun 2027 - 03 Jul 2027
    from $4,297.50 pp twin share *
  • 02 Jul 2027 - 10 Jul 2027
    from $4,650 pp twin share *
  • 30 Jul 2027 - 07 Aug 2027
    from $4,650 pp twin share *
  • 13 Aug 2027 - 21 Aug 2027
    from $4,225.50 pp twin share *
  • 20 Aug 2027 - 28 Aug 2027
    from $4,695 pp twin share *
  • 27 Aug 2027 - 04 Sep 2027
    from $4,775 pp twin share *
  • 03 Sep 2027 - 11 Sep 2027
    from $5,250 pp twin share *
  • 10 Sep 2027 - 18 Sep 2027
    from $5,250 pp twin share *
  • 24 Sep 2027 - 02 Oct 2027
    from $5,250 pp twin share *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Welcome to Vienna

    Your journey begins in Vienna, the capital of Austria. Spend your afternoon at leisure before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a pleasant dinner at a local restaurant.

  2. 2

    Stately Vienna and the Habsburgs

    Join a Local Expert for a tour of Maria Theresa's magnificent Schönbrunn Palace and its formal gardens. Be transported to a time of opulence and extravagance, as you marvel at the intricacies of gilded Rococo frames, frescoed ceilings, and crystal chandeliers. Get your camera ready for a drive around the Ringstrasse, a grand boulevard built along the lines of the old city walls, showcasing many of the capital's architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, the magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence, the Austrian Parliament Building, and Karlskirche. Explore Vienna by joining a unique MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, take to the floor in a Viennese waltz dance workshop and support the visually impaired community. Dancing without barriers, in a specially designed sensory studio, will be a unique experience for all your senses.

  3. 3

    Charming Český Krumlov and Golden Prague

    Once over the Czech border, head for picturesque Český Krumlov, where you will begin with a brief orientation tour of this fairy-tale town, straight out of the Middle Ages. Enjoy some free time to explore and appreciate views of the Vltava River. Wander through the cobblestone, traffic-free streets, past colourful houses that lead up to the finest castle in the land. In the afternoon, continue through the green Bohemian countryside to Golden Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic.

  4. 4

    Prague, City of a Hundred Spires

    Explore Prague with Insight Choice. Choose to walk the courtyards of the castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. Alternatively, join your Local Expert for a walk through the Jewish Quarter and learn about a different side of the history of Prague. Continue to Old Town Square where the mechanical antics of the Astronomical Clock’s glockenspiel delight onlookers each hour. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your leisure.

  5. 5

    Reflect on Auschwitz then on to Kraków

    Enjoy a drive through the rolling Czech countryside before crossing into Poland where you will stop at Oświęcim, better known by its German name of Auschwitz. Join a guided tour of the memorial and museum, which bore witness to the terrible atrocities of the Holocaust.

  6. 6

    The Damsels and Dragons of Kraków

    In the morning, why not join an Optional Experience and journey into a glistening subterranean world at the 600-year-old Wieliczka Salt Mine? In a maze of tunnels deep below the surface, witness unique salt sculptures, sunken lakes and even a glorious cathedral carved entirely out of rock salt by the miners. Alternatively, enjoy a morning at leisure before joining your fellow traveller to ascend Wawel Hill and visit the cathedral, with your Local Expert. Walk past the former residence of Pope John Paul II through the Old Town, to Europe’s largest and most beautiful town square. See the medieval Sukiennice Cloth Hall and visit the 14th-century St. Mary’s Basilica, the most important church in the city. Keep your eyes and ears peeled for the trumpeter in the tower. In the evening, choose from a selection of hand-picked local restaurants on your Dine-Around evening.

  7. 7

    Through Slovakia to Budapest

    Journey into the Slovakian region of Orava and see the picturesque Oravský Hrad Castle before continuing through the breathtaking Low Tatra Mountains to arrive in Budapest.

  8. 8

    Budapest, the Queen of the Danube

    Enjoy a tour of the Liszt Music Academy, followed by an enchanting recital by one of the students. The university was founded by the piano virtuoso and composer Franz Liszt in 1875. Afterwards, explore Budapest with a Local Expert. Visit Heroes’ Square and drive down elegant Andrássy Boulevard in Pest, and wander the medieval streets of Buda to enjoy views from the Fisherman's Bastion. The rest of the day is at your leisure to relax by the Danube or browse the boutiques of Vaci Street. For dinner, you are treated to mouth-watering Hungarian specialities, accompanied by specially selected wines.

  9. 9

    Depart Vienna

    Today, bid farewell to your new friends before you transfer to the airport.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • Air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver.
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing.
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes.
  • We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
  • From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with a local specialty representing the destination.
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

  • Hilton Garden Inn, Budapest
  • Hilton Vienna Park
  • Lindner Prague Castle
  • Vienna House by Wyndham Andel's Cracow, Kraków
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 9 days and 8 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 23 Apr 2027 and 02 Oct 2027, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Are discounts available?
Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
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