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Eastern Europe Van Tour(8 Nights)

Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest

for Family Traveller, Honeymooner

Holiday Overview

St Stephan’s Basilica (Photo Courtesy: Adam Kliczek)
Buda Castle in Budapest (Photo Courtesy: Cristian Bortes)
Chain Bridge at Night
Hofburg Imperial Palace (Photo Courtesy: Peter Gerstbach)
Schönbrunn Palace (Photo Courtesy: Thomas Wolf)
Wenceslas Square (Photo Courtesy: Peter Stehlik)
Prague Castle (Photo Courtesy: Jorge Royan)
Old Town Square at Night (Photo Courtesy: Diliff)
Charles Bridge (Photo Courtesy: Hareco)
Charles Bridge (Photo Courtesy: Chosovi)
Astronomical Clock (Photo Courtesy: Guido Radig)
Brandenburg Gate (Photo Courtesy: Thomas Wolf)
Berlin Wall (Photo Courtesy: Noir)
Berlin Museum Island (Photo Courtesy: Thomas Wolf)

Van tour itinerary takes you through the amazing journey of Eastern Europe’s most beautiful cities. It gives you an exposure to iconic landmarks, amazing and splendid castles, world renowned museums and remarkable landmarks. The intercity convenient drives takes you through most amazing sceneries, small but significant and beautiful bordering towns. Van tour is the best way of explore the country sides, main city attractions and many more in the most convenient way.

Highlights
  • Admire the most amazing and splendid castes of Eastern Europe.
  • Visit and explore the small but significant small town of Eastern Europe, known worldwide for their beauty and landscape around the Danube river bank.
  • Explore the most beautiful Schonbrunn Palace, world renowned for its architectural beauty, culture and history.
  • Enjoy the remarkable landmarks on city Orientation tours of Prague, Berlin, Cesky Krumlov, Vienna and Budapest.
Route

Berlin(2) - Prague(2) - Vienna(2) - Budapest(2)

Summarised Itinerary
  • Day-1 Arrival Berlin : Arrival transfer to airport and time to explore the beautiful city on your own.
  • Day-2 Berlin : Admire the modern landmarks, beautiful monuments on city orientation tour. Visit to Sachsenhausen and uncover the mysteries of Nazi’s culture. Enjoy the Bird eye view of beautiful Berlin city from Berlin TV tower.
  • Day-3 Berlin – Prague : En route enjoy the orientation tour of Dresden.
  • Day-4 Prague : Enjoy the orientation tour of Prague including Prague Castle (Entrance excluded)
  • Day-5 Prague – Vienna : Board your Van to Vienna and en route explore beautiful Cesky Krumlov on orientation tour.
  • Day-6 Vienna : Visit the remarkable sights of Vienna on half day city orientation tour. Admire the beautiful Schonbrunn palace.
  • Day-7 Vienna – Budapest : Board your van to Budapest city, en route enjoy and explore astonishing Bratislava. Admire beautiful scenery around Danube river.
  • Day-8 Budapest : Admire and enjoy the orientation tour of Budapest. Enjoy beautiful Buda castle, iconic chain bridge and many more.
  • Day-9 Depart Budapest : Board your van for departure transfer to airport.
Sightseeing Summary

Berlin - Berlin Museum Island (1.00 kms), Brandenburg Gate (2.00 kms), Berlin Wall (2.00 kms)

Budapest - St Stephan's Basilica in Budapest (1.00 kms), Castle Hill in Budapest (2.00 kms)

Prague - Wenceslas Square (2.00 kms), Charles Bridge (3.00 kms), Old town square and Astronomical Clock in Prague (3.00 kms), Prague Castle (7.00 kms)

Vienna - Hofburg Imperial Palace (3.00 kms), Schönbrunn Palace (8.00 kms)

Preferred Arrival /Departure Destination
Arrival - Berlin Departure - Budapest
Best Season to Travel
  • Jan
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  • Sep
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  • Nov
  • Dec

Distances
  • Berlin to Prague -350 kms (4 hrs)
  • Prague to Vienna -331 kms (3.5 hrs)
  • Vienna to Budapest -243 kms (2.5 hrs)
Route

Berlin(2) - Prague(2) - Vienna(2) - Budapest(2)

Detailed Itinerary

Day-1 Arrival Berlin : Arrival transfer to airport and time to explore the beautiful city on your own. Arrival at Berlin and meet your van at the airport. Berlin, the capital of Germany and the country's largest city, is also a major center of politics, culture, media, and science. Noted for its cultural flair, Berlin is home to the world famous Berlin Opera and Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, while its diverse art scene encompasses hundreds of galleries, events, and museums, including those centered around Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.First mentioned in the 13th century, it wasn't until 1871 that Berlin became the capital of the German Empire, and despite the devastation of WWII followed by decades of decay to the east of the infamous Berlin Wall, the rebuilt city today stands as a testament to the country's economic and cultural importance. Berlin offers an eclectic mix of new and classic architecture, dynamic entertainment, shopping, and a wide variety of sports and cultural institutions.Upon Arrival Check in at the Hotel.Day is free at Own Leisure or enjoy an orientation tour of Berlin. Overnight in Berlin.

Day-2 Berlin : Admire the modern landmarks, beautiful monuments on city orientation tour. Visit to Sachsenhausen and uncover the mysteries of Nazi’s culture. Enjoy the Bird eye view of beautiful Berlin city from Berlin TV tower. After Breakfast enjoy the orientation tour of Berlin. Berlin, Germany’s capital, dates to the 13th century. Reminders of the city's turbulent 20th-century history include its Holocaust memorial and the Berlin Wall's graffitied remains. Divided during the Cold War, its 18th-century Brandenburg Gate has become a symbol of reunification. The city's also known for its art scene and modern landmarks like the gold-colored, swoop-roofed Berliner Philharmonie, built in 1963. Visit the Brandeburger Gate, Paris Square,ReichstagTiergarten, Victory Column,Hitler's Bunker,East Side Gallery,&Berlin Wall. Post lunch we drive you to the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp for a guided tour. Lying just outside Berlin, Sachsenhausen was the first purpose built camp established under Heinrich Himmler. Originally conceived as a place to subjugate enemies of the Nazi’s, some 200,000 people were imprisoned here and subjected to systematic torture, starvation, forced labor and some of the worst living conditions. As you tour the memorial you will uncover the truths about the camp where 50,000 people were brutally murdered by the Nazi’s and 60,000 held captive until 1950 during the Soviet era. Today the Sachsenhausen Memorial stands as a reminder to the horrors of the 20th century. Arrive back into the city and enjoy dinner at your own. Post dinner we take you to the Berlin TV Tower visit from the top of which you enjoy 3600 view of the Berlin city. You can also opt to have an international dinner at the tower’s famous restaurant. Overnight in Berlin.

Day-3 Berlin – Prague : En route enjoy the orientation tour of Dresden. After Breakfast board your van and transfer to Prague. Enroute enjoy the orientation tour of Dresden. There are few city silhouettes more striking than Dresden’s. The classic view from the Elbe’s northern bank takes in spires, towers and domes belonging to palaces, churches and stately buildings, and indeed it's hard to believe that the city was all but wiped off the map by Allied bombings in 1945.Visit Dresden Frauenkirche,Zwinger,Semperoper,Dresden Castle,Brühl's Terrace&Dresden Cathedral. Later Continue your Journey to Prague. Arrive and check in at Hotel. Overnight in Prague.

Day-4 Prague : Enjoy the orientation tour of Prague including Prague Castle (Entrance excluded) Post breakfast, you will begin with an orientation tour which includes a view of the Astronomical Clock, Charles Bridge, St. Vitus Cathedral, Wenceslas Square, Jewish Quarter, Mala Strana, Old Town Square, Freetime in Centre.Post this, visit Prague Castle – this historic monument which was built in the 9th century is now the official residence of the President of the Czech Republic. Opt to visit the palace from inside. In the evening we take you to the Vltava river where you enjoy the boat cruise. A cruise is truly one of the most delightful ways to see the beauties on offer in the historical centre of Prague. During the cruise you will get unforgettable views from the deck, refreshing drinks and a fascinating commented tour. Opt to upgrade your cruise to a dinner cruise. Overnight in Prague.

Day-5 Prague – Vienna : Board your Van to Vienna and en route explore beautiful Cesky Krumlov on orientation tour. After Breakfast board your van and transfer to Vienna. Enroute enjoy the Orientation tour of Ceskykrumlov which is a historic center – UNESCO listed city. Enjoy visits to ČeskýKrumlovCastle ,EgonSchiele Art Centrum ,Saint Vitus Church. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and then start driving to Vienna. Arrive Vienna and check in at your hotel. Evening is free at leisure. Overnight in Vienna.

Day-6 Vienna : Visit the remarkable sights of Vienna on half day city orientation tour. Admire the beautiful Schonbrunn palace. After breakfast, start your orientation tour of Vienna. Visit the City Hall, Hofburg Palace, Ring Boulevard, St. Stephens Cathedral and Belvedere Palace. Post this you will be taken to the Schonbrunn Palace (admission included) – this 1,441 room Baroque palace, being one of the most important architectural structures in the city, is definitely a visual treat! Later drive to the city center where you can spend some time shopping and enjoy the glamour and beauty of this place. Overnight in Vienna.

Day-7 Vienna – Budapest : Board your van to Budapest city, en route enjoy and explore astonishing Bratislava. Admire beautiful scenery around Danube river.  After breakfast board your coach and transfer to Budapest. Enroute enjoy the orientation tour of Bratislava – capital of Slovakia. Set along the Danube river by the border with Austria & Hungary, the city is surrounded by vineyards and the Little Carpathian mountains, crisscrossed with forested hiking and cycling trails. The pedestrian-only, 18th-century old town is known for its lively bars and cafes. Perched atop a hill, the reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooks old town and the Danube.The orientation tour includes places such as the St. Martins Cathedral, Bratislava Castle, Franciscan Square, the main square, Michalska Street, Michael’s Gate, Old Town, Venturska Street, Primacialny Palace. Later transfer to Budapest. Arrive & Check-in at your hotel. Overnight in Budapest.

Day-8 Budapest : Admire and enjoy the orientation tour of Budapest. Enjoy beautiful Buda castle, iconic chain bridge and many more. After Breakfast enjoy the orientation tour of Budapest. Hungary’s capital, is bisected by the River Danube. Its 19th-century Chain Bridge connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest. A funicular runs up Castle Hill to Buda’s Old Town, where the Budapest History Museum traces city life from Roman times onward. Trinity Square is home to 13th-century Matthias Church and the turrets of the Fishermen’s Bastion, which offer sweeping views.Visit Buda Castle, Chain Bridge, Hősöktere UNESCO listed world heritage site, St. Stephen's Basilica, House of Terror. Evening is free at leisure and shopping. Overnight in Budapest.

Day-9 Depart Budapest : Board your van for departure transfer to airport. After Breakfast transfer to airport to board your flight back home.

Detailed Sightseeing

Berlin :

  • Berlin Museum Island - The buildings on Berlin Museum Island house mainly 19th century art and the archaeological collections, which contain such treasures as the Ishtar Gate, the Pergamon Altar, the Market Gate of Miletus, the bust of Nefertiti and the Berlin Gold Hat from the Bronze Age. The treasures that it stores date back 6000 years.

  • Brandenburg Gate - Built between 1789 and 1791 in the heart of the city of Berlin, this monument is hard to miss. This makes it the iconic monument of the city. The gate is supported by six Doric columns, forming five passageways with pedestrian-only access. The famous Quadriga depicting the goddess of victory, Victoria, riding a four-horse chariot was added in 1794. When you take a stroll in the evening you can enjoy the monument illuminated.

  • Berlin Wall - From 1961 to 1989 the Berlin Wall divided the city in two. Most of this concrete structure has since been torn down, but fragments do remain a feature of the city. The Berlin Wall Trail, a route for walkers and cyclists split into 14 sections, follows the path of the former wall. Information panels installed at 30 points tell the story of the Berlin Wall. The colourful and recently restored East Side Gallery in Friedrichshain is a piece of the hinterland wall that in 1990 was painted by artists from 21 countries. On Bernauer Strasse, where there is a replica section of the Berlin Wall, you can also visit a memorial site, a documentation centre and the Chapel of Reconciliation.

Budapest :

  • St Stephan's Basilica in Budapest - St Stephan's Basilica is a Roman Catholic basilica and one of the largest in Hungary. The basilica is named in honour of the first king of Hungary, King Stephan. The impressive dome of the basilica towers over Budapest's skyline and is one of Budapest's most popular attractions. It took over 50 years to build this beautiful basilica during which the dome collapsed and had to be rebuilt from scratch. You can climb up to the top of the dome to view stunning panoramic views of the city.

  • Castle Hill in Budapest - The UNESCO World Heritage listed Castle Hill is located at Buda on the western side of the Danube. The imposing Castle Hill can be viewed from all parts of Budapest, and for centuries has main point of defence of the city. The castle hill is home to many must-visit historic sights, cobblestone streets and majestic Baroque architecture. Some of the popular sights on the hill are the Royal Palace, the Mary Magdalene Tower, Matthias Church and the Fisherman's Bastion.

Prague :

  • Wenceslas Square - Wenceslas Square is the most popular area in Prague's New Town, and the centre of business and cultural communities in Prague. The square has played an important role in the country's history with many historical events, demonstrations, and public gatherings having taken place here. The square is also home to the National Museum, and a variety of dining and shopping options.

  • Charles Bridge - Charles Bridge is considered as the most iconic symbols of Prague. Charles Bridge is a historic pedestrian only, 620 metre long bridge crossing the River Vltava. This unique Gothic bridge is one of the oldest bridges in Europe adorned with 30 baroque style statues.

  • Old town square and Astronomical Clock in Prague - Prague's old town square is one of the best historical squares in Europe and is a perfect place to begin exploring the city. The highlight of the Old Town Square is the Old Town Hall home to Prague's famous astronomical clock. The astronomical clock is one of the world's oldest functioning astronomical clocks and attracts hundreds of visitors every hour who gather beneath the Old Town Hall to watch the clock spring in action. You can climb up or take a lift up to the top of the Old Town Hall for stunning views of Prague.

  • Prague Castle - Once home to the Holy Roman Emperors and the Bohemian Kings, the Prague Castle is one of the most visited landmarks in Prague. Today the castle serves as the official residence of Czech Republic's President. The castle dating back to 870 AD was initially built as fortress. The Guinness Book of Records lists the Prague Castle as the largest ancient castle in the world. The castle complex is home to magnificent St Vitus Cathedral. St Vitus Cathedral is a Roman Catholic Church and the largest and the most important church in Czech Republic. The cathedral is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture. The church was commissioned in 1344 and took almost 6 centuries to complete.

Vienna :

  • Hofburg Imperial Palace - Hofburg Imperial Palace serves as the official residence of the President of Austria. It was the Habsburg Empire's principal winter residence, while Schönbrunn Palace was their preferred summer residence. From 1438 to 1583, 1612 to 1806 and 1918 thereafter, the palace observed the seat of the kings and emperors that ruled the territory. You will observe the architecture as more roman and gothic and less Austrian by itself as the Roman Empire initially ruled the country after which the Emperor of Austria took over from 1918.

  • Schönbrunn Palace - If you are a lover of art, you are sure to love this place. At Schönbrunn the imperial family had 1,441 rooms to choose from, many of which are open to visitors. The Schlosspark contains a number of architectural masterpieces such as the Palm House and the zoo: the oldest zoo in the world which began in 1752 by Maria Theresa. She was known as the popular mother of the Austrian nation and was devoted to her husband: Emperor Franz I. She chose to be buried next to her husband in Stephan of Lorraine. Their tombs can be seen at the Habsburg burial crypt in the Kapuzinergruft.

Destination Overview

Berlin - Berlin is capital of Germany and has a bustling nightlife and a treasure of ancient history. Berlin is one of the most visited destinations of Germany.

Prague - Prague (331 kms from Vienna), is the Capital of Czech Republic and a major historical, political and cultural centre. Main attractions of Prague include the Prague Castle, the Charles Bridge, Old Town Square with the Prague astronomical clock, the Jewish Quarter, Petřín hill and Vyšehrad. Since 1992, the extensive historic centre of Prague has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.

Vienna - Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria and one of the access points to visit alpine destinations and Central / Eastern Europe. Vienna is art and cultural centre, home to many famous art galleries, museums, operas and concert halls, making it an excellent city break option.

Budapest - Budapest (525 kms from Prague via Slovakia) is the capital and the largest city of Hungary, and one of the largest cities of the Central Europe. Cited as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Budapest's extensive World Heritage Site includes the banks of the Danube, the Buda Castle Quarter, Andrássy Avenue, Heroes' Square and the Millennium Underground Railway (the second-oldest metro line in the world). It has around 80 geothermal springs, the world's largest thermal water cave system, second largest synagogue, and third largest Parliament building. Budapest is one of the must visit destination as part of Central Europe itinerary.

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Distances
  • Berlin to Prague -350 kms (4 hrs)
  • Prague to Vienna -331 kms (3.5 hrs)
  • Vienna to Budapest -243 kms (2.5 hrs)

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Distances
  • Berlin to Prague -350 kms (4 hrs)
  • Prague to Vienna -331 kms (3.5 hrs)
  • Vienna to Budapest -243 kms (2.5 hrs)

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