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Bohemian Rhapsody |
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Itinerary |
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Day 01 |
Sat. ARRIVAL IN
MUNICH, GERMANY. Check into your hotel. The rest of the day
is free to start exploring Munich. Tonight, meet your Tour Director
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Day 02 |
Sun.
MUNICH-NUREMBERG-PILSEN-PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC. An
interesting itinerary today as you drive northeast for a first stop
in Nuremberg, famous for its World War II war crime trials. Later
cross the border into the Czech Republic. Make a stop in Pilsen,
world renowned for its lager, and then on to Prague for the next
three nights. (B) |
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Day 03 - 04 |
Mon. and Tue.
PRAGUE. The city has a wealth of Gothic and baroque
architecture that perhaps inspired Dvorak and Smetana, both Prague
composers. The included guided sightseeing features landmarks such
as the National Theater, Belvedere, Charles Bridge, and the old Town
Hall with the Astronomical Clock. Plenty of time for some individual
exploring, or maybe just a walk along the banks of the Vltava River
and then a meal at a restaurant of your choice. Your second day in
Prague will give you a program of optional excursions, or if you
prefer, the opportunity for arranging your own day with visits to
places of particular personal interest. (B daily) |
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Day 05 |
Wed.
PRAGUE-BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA-BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. Journey
southeast by way of Brno into the new state of Slovakia for a stop
in its capital, Bratislavia. Next cross into Hungary to reach
Budapest in time to enjoy your first evening in this lively and
lovable capital city. (B) |
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Day 06 - 07 |
Thu. and Fri.
BUDAPEST. Included sightseeing features Buda Castle, which
dominates the twin cities of Buda and Pest, that are separated by
the broad ribbon of the Danube. Also see Heroes’ Square which
typifies the modern capital, the old inns and wine cellars along the
riverbank, Parliament, Margaret Island, Fishermen’s Bastion, the
Royal Castle, and Matthias Coronation Church. There’s plenty more to
do and see during these two days, ask your Tour Director for
assistance. (B daily) |
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Day 08 |
Sat.
BUDAPEST-VIENNA WOODS, AUSTRIA-MAYERLING-VIENNA. The
highlight of today’s itinerary will be the Vienna Woods and
Mayerling. See the hunting lodge, the scene of the tragic death of
Archduke Rudolf and his 17-year-old lover Maria Vetsera on January
30, 1889. Later, a short drive to Vienna for the next three nights.
(B) |
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Day 09 - 10 |
Sun. and Mon.
VIENNA. Two whole days to fully enjoy one of Europe’s best
known and loved capitals. Whatever your plans, it is wise to start
off with the included city sightseeing tour. See the State Opera,
Parliament and the Town Hall. Stroll in Heroes’ Square to view the
Hofburg and, finally, an inside visit to St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
Splendid baroque palaces and the Viennese traditional joie de vivre
give great scope for a program of optional excursions. Your stay is
long enough to fit in your personal plans and choices. (B daily)
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Day 11 |
Tue. VIENNA-MELK-SALZBURG.
Another day with a truly varied itinerary and some
interesting options. Drive first to Krems on the banks of the Danube
and surrounded by hills and vineyards. Here you can choose to join a
cruise on the river, taking in the beautiful Wachau region. Stop in
Melk to visit its great abbey before continuing the journey
westwards directly to Salzburg. (B) |
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Day 12 |
Wed.
SALZBURG-MUNICH, GERMANY. Don’t miss out on the included city
sightseeing excursion with a Local Guide. You’ll be taken through
the historic center of Mozart’s hometown to see its many highlights
including the Domplatz, the Horse Trough, Festival Hall, and, of
course, the charming Getreidegasse where Mozart was born. This
afternoon motor directly to Munich. This evening join the optional
Bavarian evening and farewell dinner. (B) |
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Day 13 |
Departure |
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