Easy Pace Budapest, Vienna & Prague - Small Group, Summer
Easy Pace Budapest, Vienna & Prague - Small Group, Summer
10 Days Starting in Budapest and ending in Prague
Visiting: Budapest, Aquincum, Esztergom, Győr, Vienna, Český Krumlov District, Prague
Tour operator:
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 24
Physical rating:
Low, Leisurely
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
From:
$4060
$3437 (USD)
Operator discount: -$623
-15%
Tour Overview
See the iconic capital city sights of Budapest, Vienna and Prague as your local Travel Director takes the reins on this 10-day adventure. Starting with a spot of Budapest sightseeing, your introduction to Hungary’s capital tracks through the cobblestone streets of the Castle district to the sweeping city views from the Fisherman’s Bastion. A strudel tasting paired with rich, aromatic coffee precedes a journey along the Danube to Vienna—the home of the Habsburg royals. The regal grandeur of Schonbrunn Palace gives way to an abundance of local dining in Vienna and the chance to taste Austria’s most delectable dishes. In the Czech Republic, the fairytale town of Ceský Krumlov delights with its ageless charm and in Prague, your Local Expert guides you through the city of a hundred spires.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Budapest
Location: Budapest
Accommodation: Hotel Nemzeti Budapest - MGallery.
Meals Included: Dinner with Wine
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 Welcome Dinner. Dine in elegance as you savour hearty, Hungarian delicacies accompanied with specially selected wines.
Day 2: Budapest, Queen Of The Danube Relaxed Start
Location: Budapest
Accommodation: Hotel Nemzeti Budapest - MGallery.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Morning Tea
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. 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.
Day 3: Free Time In Budapest Relaxed Start
Location: Budapest
Accommodation: Hotel Nemzeti Budapest - MGallery.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
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 a Dine-Around experience from your choice of specially selected restaurants.
Day 4: Along The Danube To Esztergom And On To Stately Vienna
Location: Budapest, Aquincum, Esztergom, Győr, Vienna
Accommodation: Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna MGallery by Sofitel, Vienna.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Travel along the Danube to the picturesque city of Esztergom, home to the largest Catholic church in Hungary. Then, journey westward for a stop in 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.
Day 5: Vienna And The Habsburgs
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna MGallery by Sofitel, Vienna.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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. Explore Vienna with Insight Choice. Choose to visit a traditional Viennese café to enjoy local specialties of coffee and Sachertorte. Alternatively, join a unique MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience, take to the floor in a Viennese Waltz dance workshop and support the visually impaired community. Dancing in the dark, in a specially designed sensory studio, will be a unique experience for all your senses. 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. The afternoon is at your leisure.
Day 6: Vienna At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna MGallery by Sofitel, Vienna.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
Day 7: Charming Český Krumlov And Golden Prague
Location: Vienna, Český Krumlov District, Prague
Accommodation: K+K Hotel Central, Prague.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
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. Prior to your arrival in ''The Golden City'' you are invited to a Dine-at-Home experience to savour a traditional meal with a local family.
Day 8: Prague, City Of A Hundred Spires
Location: Prague
Accommodation: K+K Hotel Central, Prague.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore Prague with Insight Choice. Choose to walk the courtyards of the Castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. Alternatively, join your Local Expert for a walk through the Jewish Quarter and learn about a different side of the history of Prague and taste TrdelnÃk, a traditional Czech pastry. The city is then yours to explore. Maybe 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 together with hearty Czech cuisine.
Day 9: Prague At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Prague
Accommodation: K+K Hotel Central, Prague.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
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 Celebration Dinner of local specialities at a restaurant.
Day 10: Depart Prague
Location: Prague
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your journey comes to an end after breakfast.
What's Included
-
Meals
Includes 9 Breakfasts (B), 5 Dinners with Wine (DW), and 1 Morning Tea (MT).
-
Unique Experiences
Choose between two carefully selected activities in Vienna, enjoy a traditional coffeehouse visit, a Viennese Waltz workshop, or a visit to a traditional Viennese café. Explore the Jewish Quarter in Prague, visit St. Vitus Cathedral, and Prague Castle with a Local Expert.
-
Special Access
Private, guided exploration of Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna and an organ recital in Budapest's Matthias Church.
-
Cultural Insights
Visit a traditional strudel house in Budapest, enjoy a Dine-Around Evening, and a Celebration Dinner in Prague. Experience a tour of the Liszt Music Academy and a recital.
-
Local Experts
Guided tours with Local Experts in Budapest, Vienna, and Prague.
-
Comfortable Travel
Travel in comfort with Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Personal radio headsets provided for tours.
-
Convenience
Hotel and restaurant tips included, as well as all taxes and porterage charges at hotels. Baggage handling provided, delivering them to your hotel door.
-
Connectivity
Stay connected with complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
-
Transfers
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, transfers are available at scheduled times. Otherwise, transfers can be purchased or arranged independently.
What's Not Included
-
Flights
International flights to and from the start and end points of the tour are not included.
-
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
-
Personal Expenses
Items of a personal nature, including souvenirs, laundry, and additional drinks and meals, are not included.
-
Optional Activities
Any optional activities or excursions not listed in the itinerary are not included.
-
Visa Fees
Any required visa fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.
Mode of Transport
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary. If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Accommodation
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels. We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door. Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
Check out our Q&As
-
Are there any included meals?
Yes, the tour includes 9 Breakfasts, 1 Morning Tea, and 5 Dinners with Wine.
-
What are the highlights of the tour in Vienna?
In Vienna, the highlights include visiting a traditional coffeehouse to enjoy Viennese specialties of coffee and Sachertorte, listening to the musical masterpiece of Mozart and learning the Viennese Waltz in an inclusive workshop, and a private, guided exploration of Schonbrunn Palace.
-
What activities are available in Prague?
In Prague, activities include strolling through the Jewish Quarter with a Local Expert, visiting the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral and exploring the courtyards of the historic Prague Castle, and a Celebration Dinner at a specially selected Prague restaurant.
-
What countries does the tour visit?
The tour visits Hungary, Austria, and Czech Republic.
-
Are tips included?
Yes, hotel and restaurant tips are included in the tour.
-
Is there a choice of activities in the tour?
Yes, participants can choose between two carefully selected activities during the tour.
-
What is the ending location of the tour?
The tour ends in Prague.
-
How many dinners with wine are included?
There are 5 Dinners with Wine included in the tour.
-
What type of transport is used?
Transport includes personal radio headsets for tours, luxury air-conditioned coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom, and transfers at scheduled times if arrival and departure flights match the itinerary start and end dates.
-
What is the starting location of the tour?
The tour starts in Budapest.
-
Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
-
How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
-
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
-
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
-
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
-
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
Reviews of this Operator
Dates & Availability
Friday - Sunday
Aug 30, 2024 - Sep 08, 2024Friday - Sunday
Apr 18, 2025 - Apr 27, 2025Friday - Sunday
May 16, 2025 - May 25, 2025Friday - Sunday
Jun 06, 2025 - Jun 15, 2025Friday - Sunday
Jul 11, 2025 - Jul 20, 2025Friday - Sunday
Aug 29, 2025 - Sep 07, 2025Book with Confidence
-
Low Deposit
Insight Vacations requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
-
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of insight vacations charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
-
Terms and Conditions