Imperial Europe (Summer, 10 Days)

Begin your adventure in the sophisticated city of Munich. Join your fellow travellers and your Travel Director for an afternoon orientation tour. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the Bavarian capital, including the iconic Marienplatz and its Glockenspiel. Enjoy a Welcome Reception to kick-start your journey.

Today, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Regensburg, a beautifully preserved medieval city. Cross the Czech border and head to Prague, your home for the next two nights. Spend the evening at your leisure or consider joining an Optional Experience to explore beautiful Prague by night with a Local Specialist.

Delve into centuries of history with a guided sightseeing tour of Prague. View the impressive Gothic architecture of St. Vitus Cathedral and the Astronomical Clock in the Old Town Square. Spend the afternoon exploring the city at your own pace. Savour the delicious flavours of Trdelník, pay tribute to the saints that line the Charles Bridge or consider a relaxing lunch cruise on the Vltava.

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

Explore the iconic and unexpected highlights of Budapest on a guided sightseeing tour. See the famous Chain Bridge and the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district. Enjoy superb views across the Danube 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.

Start your morning leisurely before crossing the hilly landscapes of Transdanubia. Stop 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.

Explore the imperial splendour of Vienna during your guided sightseeing tour. Admire the Hofburg Palace, the grand State Opera House and the beautiful Ringstrasse. See the ornate colourful roof of St. Stephen's Cathedral, one of the city's most beloved icons. Consider visiting the Baroque Schönbrunn Palace or enjoy Vienna's musical talents at one of the performances for which the city is famous.

Travel through the enchanting landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley. See the impressive Benedictine Melk Abbey and learn about its royal connections. Arrive in Salzburg and embark on a leisurely walking tour of its Old Town with a Local Specialist. Dine in your hotel this evening.

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

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