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12 days 11 nights Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary and Czech republic tour

 Join us for an exciting 12 days of touring in Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia and Austria, This classic tour will give pleasure from beginning to end.

 

 

Day 1

Frankfurt
Arrival at the airport and transfer to hotel.

 

Day 2

Frankfurt
Enjoy a sightseeing tour and see the contrasting sides of Frankfurt. Commonly known as an international trade hub, the city of Frankfurt actually boasts many different facets, with beautiful Baroque architecture, lively plazas and impressive modern skyscrapers.  The tour will take you to the Romer town hall. Constructed in the 15th century, the Romer is Frankfurt's most important historic building, taking its name from Roman settlements that existed there long before Frankfurt itself was founded. At the Romer, you'll enjoy a leisurely walk around the historic heart of the city. See St Paul's Church and Frankfurt Cathedral (Gotischer Kirchturm). The tour will then continue to Old Sachsenhausen, a pedestrianized district of Frankfurt famed for its lively cafés, bars and restaurants.

 

Day 3

Frankfurt - Nuremberg (225km/4h)
Today continue to Nuremberg – medieval city surrounded by well preserved walls ramparts with its many squares, beautiful fountains and International court. Continue to the Czech Republic and pass Pilsen, famous for its beer to the historical Golden city of Prague.

 

Day 4

Nuremberg – Pislen (197km/3h) - Prague (92km/1h30min)
Today continue to the Czech Republic and pass Pilsen, famous for its beer. Here visit St. Bartholomew's Cathedral - the Gothic St. Bartholomew's Cathedral was founded in the late 13th century, The Town Hall - this Renaissance masterpiece was built in 1554-1559 and The Great Synagogue - the second largest synagogue in Europe and third largest in the world. Continue to Prague - the capital city and largest city of the Czech Republic.

 

Day 5

Prague
Explore Golden Prague and its major historical areas. Start from the New Town and the vibrant area of Wenceslas Square. Continue to the Old Town and the beautiful Lesser Town. Walk around the cobblestone side streets. Explore the churches and traditional Czech atmosphere. Enjoy the fine views over the river. Walk through the Prague Castle complex, the largest medieval castle complex in Europe and the ancient seat of Czech kings throughout the ages. Admire the grandeur of St Vitus Cathedral and the ancient architecture of the Old Royal Palace. Enjoy stunning views over the whole of Prague. Walk across the magnificent Charles Bridge and continue on to the Jewish Quarter. Explore synagogues, the cemetery and the streets of the former Jewish Ghetto. Overnight in Prague.

 

Day 6

Prague – Bratislava (331km/5h30min)
Transfer to Bratislava - the capital and largest city in Slovakia. Explore the historic Old Town, the Gothic St. Martin`s Cathedral and the Primate`s Palace, the neo-Classical residence of the Archbishop of Esztergom. Continue to the quaint Main Square, with its craft market. Have some free time for leisure or shopping. Overnight.

 

Day 7

Bratislava – Budapest (200km/3h)
Continue to Budapest - one of Europe's most delightful and enjoyable cities. Visit the Castle district, Matthias church, Fishermen’s Bastion. The next stop is the Citadel on the Gellért Hill, where the best panoramic view of Budapest can be seen. Visit the Elizabeth Bridge. Enjoy a walk along the Andrássy Avenue, which is a World Heritage site. See the Opera house and Budapest’s biggest church, the St Stephen’s Basilica. Overnight.

 

Day 8

Budapest – Vienna (245km/3h30min)
Leave Hungary behind and continue to Vienna,Austria. The sightseeing in Vienna starts with a visit of Hufburg Palace, the official residence of the President of Austria, which has housed some of the most powerful people in Austrian history, including the Habsburg dynasty, rulers of the Austro-Hungarian empire. Continue on to the Graben Square, a showcase of elegance and style. It is one of the most beautiful squares not only in Vienna, but in Europe. Visit St. Stephen`s Cathedral, Austria`s most eminent Gothic edifice, which houses a wealth of art treasures. Travel back in time in the Mozart Figaro house,  to get a glimpse at what life was like for one of the world`s most illustrious composers.Overnight.

 

Day 9

Vienna – Salzburg (315km/4h30min)
Travel to Salzburg. Visit the Salzburg Residence that used to be the city palace of the Archbishops of Salzburg. See the most important sights of the old Bishop's Seat including the Cathedral, the Festival Hall, St Peter's Abbey Church and its graveyard (the tomb of Mozart's sister Nannerl).

 

Day 10

Salzburg – Innsbruck (187km/3h)
See Innsbruck`s Golden Roof that shimmers with 2,738 copper tiles and the domed church of the Hofkirche that shelters Emperor Maximilian`s gilded tomb. Take a peek inside the Tyrolean Folk Art Museum, go Rococo in the Hofburg palace`s ever-so-grand apartments or gawp at Velázquez paintings in 16th-century Ambras Castle. Visit the Swarovski Crystal world. This three-dimensional adventure museum includes the famous Swarovski crystals, mixed with light and sound orchestrated by international media artist André Heller.

 

Day 11

Innsbruck – Neuschwanstein (112km/2h) – Frankfurt (423km/5h30min) 
Leave Innsbruck and enjoy the scenic and breathtaking Bavarian Alps while  driving to Frankfurt. En route stop at Neuschwanstein Castle and enjoy its magnificent medieval spirit. Continue to Frankfurt.

 

Day 12

Frankfurt
Transfer to the airport for a final departure.