Easy Pace Budapest, Vienna & Prague with Insight Vacations
10 days
03 Oct 25 to 12 Oct 25
Book by 30 Jun 25
Explore the cultural heart of Central Europe on a 10-day journey through Budapest, Vienna, and Prague with your expert Travel Director. Wander through Budapest’s Castle District, admire Vienna’s imperial grandeur at Schönbrunn Palace, and experience the fairy-tale charm of Český Krumlov and Prague. Along the way, enjoy local cuisine, rich history, and unforgettable moments in some of Europe’s most iconic cities.
Includes
10 Day Insight Vacations Guided Holiday
9 Nights in stylish, hand picked hotel accommodation
Authentic dining inclusive of 9 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned coach
An expert Insight Travel Director
From time to time, your Travel Director will enchant you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination
Baggage handling everywhere, we include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels
Hotel and restaurant tips are included
Personal radio headsets, gives you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights without missing any of your local expert's fascinating insights and commentaries
Additional experiences during your free time that can be purchased at an additional cost
Top Rated Highlights
Budapest Orientation
Vienna Schönbrunn Palace Tour
Český Krumlov Orientation
Scenic Drive Along Vienna's Ring Road
Prague Castle District Walking Tour and much more!
Make Travel Matter
Viennese Waltz Dance Lesson: Learn the Viennese Waltz in an inclusive workshop designed to support the visually impaired community. Unique to Insight Vacations guests, ‘Dancing without Barriers’ takes place in a specially designed sensory studio, promising a unique experience for all your senses. This workshop focuses on inclusion and education around the topic of visual impairment.
Unique Insight Experiences
Private Recital at Budapest's Liszt Academy of Music: Enjoy a tour of the Liszt Music Academy with a student, followed by an enchanting recital. Producing incredible musical talent, the university was founded by piano virtuoso and composer Franz Liszt in 1875.
Excludes
Flights
Transfers not mentioned
Visas
Travel Insurance
Items of a personal nature
Extras
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
Additional experiences that have been curated by your Travel Director from their own in-depth local knowledge can be signed up for on tour at an additional cost.
Please note that this may not be a definite departure. Ask us for alternative departures.
Highlights
9 Nights in stylish hotel accommodation
14 Meals
Unique Insight Experiences
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Budapest
Welcome to the wonderful Hungarian Capital of Budapest. Enjoy your day before meeting your Travel Director and travel companions this evening. Tonight you are in for a treat with your dinner. Dine in elegance as you savour hearty, Hungarian delicacies accompanied with specially selected wines.
Arrival Transfer Depart the airport at 10:00, 13:00, 16:00
Welcome Meet your Travel Director at 18:00
Accommodation: Mövenpick Hotel Budapest Centre
Included Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Budapest, Queen of the Danube
Enjoy a tour of the Liszt Music Academy, followed by an enchanting recital by one of the students. Producing incredible musical talent, the university was founded by piano virtuoso and composer Franz Liszt in 1875. Drive along the elegant boulevards en route to Heroes’ Square. Across the river in Buda, walk with your Local Expert in the Castle District area.
Accommodation: Mövenpick Hotel Budapest Centre
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Free Time in Budapest
The day is at leisure to immerse yourself in Budapest's history, culture and gastronomy. Perhaps, visit a thermal bath, spend time browsing the boutiques on Vaci Street or relax in a sidewalk café. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodation: Mövenpick Hotel Budapest Centre
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: On to Stately Vienna
Travel to the pretty town of Győr, located on the confluence of the Danube, Rába and Rábca rivers. Cross the border and continue to stately Vienna, known for its elegant coffee houses and lavish architecture steeped in history. In the evening, sit down to a meal of authentic Viennese cuisine, a perfect complement to this enchanting city.
Accommodation: Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna MGallery by Sofitel
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5: Vienna and the Habsburgs
Much of Vienna’s present-day charm is due to the long reign of the Habsburgs. Join a Local Expert for a private visit of Maria Theresa’s Schönbrunn Palace and explore its formal gardens at your own pace. Then, ready your camera for a dazzling drive around the famous Ring Road. This grand boulevard, built along the lines of the old city walls, showcases many of the capital’s architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence, Austrian Parliament Building and Karlskirche. Explore Vienna with Insight Choice. Choose to visit a traditional Viennese café to enjoy local specialties of coffee and Sachertorte or MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience by taking to the floor in a Viennese Waltz dance workshop, supporting the visually impaired community. Dancing in the dark, in a specially designed sensory studio, will be a unique experience for all your senses. The afternoon is at your leisure.
Accommodation: Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna MGallery by Sofitel
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: Vienna at Leisure
Discover the regal grandeur of Vienna as you explore at your own pace. Perhaps start at St. Stephen’s Cathedral - one of Europe’s great Gothic structures, or browse the shops of the bustling Kärntnerstrasse? You may wish to add another capital to your travels with a visit across the Slovakian border to Bratislava. Ask your Travel Director to recommend local attractions and restaurants as you appreciate the long summer evening in one of Europe's most elegant cities.
Accommodation: Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna MGallery by Sofitel
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Charming Český Krumlov and Golden Prague
Once over the Czech border, continue to picturesque Český Krumlov, where you'll start 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 Prague. Upon arrival to ''The Golden City'', you are invited to a 'Dine-Around' progressive dinner experience in a number of exciting venues in the heart of Prague's Mala Strana district, topped off with a visit to the famous Charles bridge!
Accommodation: K+K Hotel Central
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Prague, City of a Hundred Spires
Explore Prague with your Local Expert. Walk the courtyards of the castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Perhaps take a river cruise through the heart of the city or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route. Czechs are passionate about their beer, so be sure to try the local pilsners, paired with hearty Czech cuisine.
Accommodation: K+K Hotel Central
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 9: Prague at Leisure
Wind along cobbled lanes and discover a treasure trove of hidden gems as you explore Prague at your own pace. Perhaps cross the border to Germany and explore Dresden? This evening, tantalise your taste buds with a rousing dinner of local specialities at a restaurant.
Accommodation: K+K Hotel Central
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10: Depart Prague
Your journey comes to an end after breakfast.
Departure Transfer: Arrive at the airport at 08:00, 10:00
Included Meals: Breakfast
Terms & conditions
Prices are per person twin share, include discounts, and are subject to availability and rate of exchange changes.
Offers above are a guide only and will vary depending on departure date.
Our guide price is based on the cheapest departure within the stipulated season, availability is correct at time of loading and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Visas may be necessary and insurance is essential.
Pentravel and Tour Operator terms and conditions apply, and may be found on our website.
Package excludes extra nights’ accommodation, optional extensions, airfares, taxes and fees, flight supplements, surcharges and airport transfers. You can do optional free-time add-on experiences in your free time and pay for them as you travel (additional costs apply).
Full payment due 120 days prior to departure or at time of booking if booked within 120 days of departure; whichever comes first.
R3000 per person deposit required at time of booking for Level 1 tours to hold space; some trips require payment in full at time of booking.
High season supplements and block out dates may apply.
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