Tour Overview
| Duration | 11 Days / 10 Nights |
|---|---|
| Countries | Austria → Germany → Czech Republic → Slovakia |
| Price From | $2,062 per person (twin share) |
| Rating | ⭐ 5.0 / 5.0 |
| Tour Style | Cultural Explorer |
Itinerary Highlights
Day 1: Arrive Vienna
Welcome to Vienna! Airport transfer. Evening stroll through the illuminated city center. Welcome dinner at a traditional Heuriger wine tavern. Overnight in Vienna.
Day 2: Vienna — Imperial Capital
Full day exploring Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace and gardens, Hofburg Imperial Palace, Spanish Riding School. Afternoon: Belvedere Palace with Klimt’s ‘The Kiss.’ Evening classical concert (optional). Overnight in Vienna.
Day 3: Wachau Valley & Melk Abbey
Drive through the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley along the Danube. Visit Melk Abbey, a baroque masterpiece perched above the river. Wine tasting in Dürnstein. Overnight in Vienna.
Day 4: Bratislava Day Trip
Day trip to Bratislava, Slovakia’s charming capital. Walk the car-free old town, visit Bratislava Castle with Danube views, and enjoy Slovak cuisine for lunch. Return to Vienna. Overnight in Vienna.
Day 5: Salzburg — Sound of Music
Journey through the Salzkammergut lake district to Salzburg. Visit St. Wolfgang on Lake Wolfgangsee. Arrive Salzburg. Walking tour of Mirabell Gardens, Mozart’s birthplace, and the Old Town. Overnight in Salzburg.
Day 6: Hallstatt & Český Krumlov
Visit Hallstatt, the fairy-tale village on a lake — one of the most photographed places in Europe. Cross into the Czech Republic to Český Krumlov, a UNESCO town dominated by its spectacular castle. Overnight in Český Krumlov.
Day 7: Český Krumlov to Prague
Morning exploring Český Krumlov: the castle, Baroque theater, and winding streets. Afternoon drive to Prague. Evening walk to Charles Bridge as the sun sets. Overnight in Prague.
Day 8: Prague — City of a Hundred Spires
Full day in Prague: Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, Golden Lane. Afternoon: Old Town Square, Astronomical Clock, Jewish Quarter. Evening river cruise on the Vltava. Overnight in Prague.
Day 9: Prague Free Day
Free day. Options: Kutná Hora bone church, Karlštejn Castle, beer spa, or explore Prague’s hip neighborhoods. Overnight in Prague.
Day 10: Return to Vienna
Drive back to Vienna through Moravian wine country. Stop at Mikulov Castle. Arrive Vienna for farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant. Overnight in Vienna.
Day 11: Depart Vienna
Airport transfer. Auf Wiedersehen!
Inclusions
- 10 nights hotel accommodation (4★)
- Daily breakfast & 5 dinners
- Professional guide throughout
- Luxury coach transport
- All entrance fees: Schönbrunn, Melk Abbey, Prague Castle, Český Krumlov
- Wachau wine tasting
- Vltava River cruise
- Airport transfers
