Highlights

 

• Immersive city tours in some of the most iconic places in Europe, with stunning architecture and fascinating culture
• Take a river cruise in Prague to relax and see the city in style
• Experience a Mozart concert with a dinner included
• Visit Cesky Krumlov, a historical bohemian town with breathtaking scenery
• Explore Berchtesgaden and the Salt Mine, a truly unique experience with the option to relax at the thermal spa
• Pass through the Austrian Alps and the Italian Dolomites as we take a scenic route to Venice
• Take a city tour of Venice to take in all the major sites in style

Included:

 

• 4 Star Accommodation or equivalents on a Bed and Breakfast Basis 
• Meet and Greet at Airport
• Transfers to and from hotel
• Expert driver/guide
• Comfortable touring vehicle
• Local knowledge, recommendations and help with any bookings you want to make
• Porterage - 1 piece per person in and out of hotels

 

Not included

 

• Flights - purchase your own flights in/out of destination 
• Gratuities minimum recommended $20 per person per day
• Lunches and Dinners - we like our guests to be able to choose their own dining options
• Optional extras: thermal spa entry, 

 

Detailed Itinerary:

 

Day 1

 

Arrive Prague International Airport

Meet and Greet with Private Driver/Guide

Depart for our first accomodation which is in the countryside outside Prague

Deposit Luggage and Check-in

Freshen up and Return to Prague

Meet the local Prague tour guide for a guided tour on foot (2-3 hours)

Have a coffee/light lunch and use restrooms in the middle of the tour

Enjoy sites such as Charles' Bridge, Old Town, Prague Castle, Old City Gates, Medieval Town, Astronomical Clock, Old Town Hall, famous Churches, ancient Aristocratic buildings and more

Enjoy dinner in the Old Town 

Try some fantastic Czech beer - Pilsner is a Czech style of beer

Depart for our accommodation x3 nights

 

Day 2

 

Breakfast included

Head into the centre of Prague

Visit Prague Castle - be aware of the importance of arriving early before the crowds

One needs 2-3 hours to see the famous Cathedral and other buildings associated with the Czech President and Kings of Bohemia

Have a nice coffee with city views from within the Castle Walls

Visit the fantastic Musuem at Loreta Prague (see some incredible artefacts and rare liturgical objects encrusted with diamonds and jewels).

Lunch

Visit Strahov Library, one of the world's most beautiful inside Strahov Monastery - museum, cafe, gallery and a must visit 

See the Philosophical Hall

Dinner/Show - attend a classical musical performance in one of the most beautiful venues in the city. Maybe some of Czech composer's Anton Dvorak's music will be played. 

Return to Accommodation by 10pm

 

Day 3 

 

Breakfast Included

Today there's the opportunity to do one of several activities

- Guided tour of the Old Town Hall (great views of Prague in all directions from the top of the tower)

- Take a cruise on the river Vltava (bring your camera)

- Go to the TV tower with a great restaurant at the top

Lunch in the old town

- Visit the museum of Art Nouveau illustrator Alfons Mucha. You will be very familiar with his work - Champagne and Luxury Products. 

There will be some free time today to explore Prague Old Town,

Dinner in Old Town

Return to Accomodation 

 

Day 4

 

Breakfast Included 

Check out 

Depart for Cesky Krumlov

Arrive in one of the most beautiful small cities in Europe

Walk the old town from the central Square. See the Castle

Enjoy lunch

Depart via Linz on the River Danube

Arrive in Salzburg Area having entered the Alps

Check in for x3 nights in Salzburg at a Great Gasthaus

Dinner locally

 

Day 5

 

Breakfast included at your Alpine Gasthaus

Depart for central Salzburg 

Meet local guide

Walk through cemeteries, Salzburg Cathedral, see Mozart's home, famous villas and understand the history, politics and culture of the city

Understand the importance of salt, the river and trade to the historic economy of Salzburg. 

Salzburg is a Catholic and Conservative town - understand the Italian influences. 

Lunch locally

Visit Hohensalzburg Fortress if you are interested

Try the most famous Mozart Chocolate and Coffee on the Square in the original manufacturer's location

Dinner locally

 

Day 6

 

Breakfast Included 

Today we visit Bad Ischl, summer home of the Habsburg Monarchy and Holy Roman Emperors 

Grab a coffee, cake or a beer here and enjoy a calm moment on the square surrounded by beautiful 19th century architecture

Continue to Hallstatt in the late afternoon when the crowds have left

Walk through the town and take pictures with the lake as a backdrop

Hallstatt was the centre of an entire civilization and there's a great museum in the town

There is a funicular if you want to go to the top of the mountain for elevated views of the lake and surrounded areas

Depart Hallstatt

Lunch

Continue back to Salzburg Area

Dinner

 

Day 7

 

Breakfast Included

Check out 

Depart for Slovenia through the Alps and on to Lake Bled

Arrive at Bled Castle overlooking the Lake 

Enjoy Slovenian cheese and wine with Lake views from your Castle perch 

There is excellent service here and it's one of the tour highlights.

Pass by Triglavski National Park 

Enjoy the mixing of Germanic, Slavic and Romance cultures in Slovenia

Continue to the Venice Area and into Italy

Overnight in the Venice Area for x3 nights

Stay in a Castle 

 

Day 8

 

Breakfast included in the town of Roncade

Depart for Venice on the train, arrive across the Lagoon at Santa Lucia Train Station

Take the Vaporetto boat and arrive at Piazza San Marco and meet the local guide

2 hour local guided experience explaining the Venetian Republic, trading history, best place for coffee and lunch, history and social life of the city

Lunch in central Venice

Free time to explore any of the museums and galleries of interest to you

Dinner in Venice or return on Vaporetto and Train and dine locally

 

Day 9 

Breakfast Included 

Depart for direct public boat to Murano and Murano

Explore the Island of Murano for Glass making and souvenirs

Lunch 

Take the next boat transport to Burano and explore the island with a walk around

See the lace making and fine products here

Return to landing port 

Dinner locally near Roncade

Final night at hotel

 

Day 10 

Breakfast included

Depart for Marco Polo international Airport 

Check in and pass Security

End of Tour