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Bohemian Highlights

A jam-packed Bohemian trip showcasing the stories of central Europe. Learn about its colorful folklore and the tragedies of war as you visit the heart of Old Town Kraków, slice through the Carpathi...

A jam-packed Bohemian trip showcasing the stories of central Europe. Learn about its colorful folklore and the tragedies of war as you visit the heart of Old Town Kraków, slice through the Carpathians and see all the highlights of Prague, Budapest and Vienna.

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Bohemian Highlights
A jam-packed Bohemian trip showcasing the stories of central Europe. Learn about its colorful folklore and the tragedies of war as you visit the heart of Old Town Kraków, slice through the Carpathians and see all the highlights of Prague, Budapest and Vienna.

Dining Summary

  • 6 Dinner (D)
  • 12 Breakfast (B)

Must-see Highlights

  • Explore Berlin, Warsaw, Kraków, Budapest, Vienna and Prague
  • Visit the Berlin Wall Memorial, Poznań, the former concentration camp at Auschwitz, St. Mary's Church and the Cloth Hall in Kraków, Tábor, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague
  • View the famous Reichstag and Tiergarten in Berlin, Kraków Cathedral and Wawel Royal Castle in Kraków and the Castle District in Budapest
  • See Hofburg Palace and the Opera House in Vienna

How You'll Travel

  • Deluxe coach travel
  • Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
  • 4-star stays

Iconic Experience

  • Berlin: Visit the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse, where preserved sections of the Wall and watchtower offer a powerful insight into the realities of a divided city. Learn how families were separated and how Berliners lived through one of Europe’s most defining chapters.
  • Berlin: During a sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist, admire Berlin landmarks like the Tiergarten and the neo- Renaissance Reichstag.
  • Poznan: Discover the landscapes of Poznan.
  • Warsaw: See the Old Town, Palace of Culture and visit the Chopin Memorial in the Lazienki Park before paying your respects at the Ghetto Heroes Memorial.
  • Auschwitz: Bear witness to the horrors/atrocities of the Holocaust at Auschwitz.
  • Kraków: Walk around the beautiful town square, Rynek Glówny. See the famous Sukiennice Cloth Hall, St. Mary's Basilica and the many historic townhouses, palaces and churches.
  • Budapest: Spend the day basking in the iconic views of Budapest. 
  • Tábor: Enjoy a brief stroll through Tábor and perhaps visit Žižkovo Square to admire the Gothic and Renaissance details of the town.
  • Prague: Led by your Local Specialist, explore the courtyards of Prague Castle with a visit to the splendid Gothic St Vitus Cathedral. Continue to the delightful Old Town Square and see the detailed 15th-century Astronomical Clock.

Be My Guest

  • Budapest: Join the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian dinner and hear the story of their winery, which dates back to the 19th century.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

  • Pannonhalma: Visit the herbal gardens and Fragrance Museum of Pannonhalma’s 1,000-year-old Benedictine Abbey. Discover monastic traditions of herbal medicine, scent-making and sustainable gardening, then craft your own botanical keepsake using garden-grown ingredients. Enjoy seasonal demonstrations, meet Local Specialists and sample herb-infused chocolates, all within one of Hungary’s most important UNESCO-listed cultural landscapes. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.  

Details

Tour Operator
Trafalgar
Start City
Berlin
End City
Prague
Duration (Days)
13
Activity Level
Regional Explorer

Highlights

  • Regional Explorer
  • Regional Explorer
Pricing & departures
Option From Departs Returns
Twin USD 3,750 November 29, 2026 December 11, 2026
TwinShare USD 3,750 November 29, 2026 December 11, 2026
Triple USD 3,850 November 29, 2026 December 11, 2026
Single USD 4,960 November 29, 2026 December 11, 2026
Twin USD 4,425 December 20, 2026 January 1, 2027
TwinShare USD 4,425 December 20, 2026 January 1, 2027
Triple USD 4,525 December 20, 2026 January 1, 2027
Single USD 5,715 December 20, 2026 January 1, 2027
Twin USD 3,575 January 3, 2027 January 15, 2027
TwinShare USD 3,575 January 3, 2027 January 15, 2027
Triple USD 3,675 January 3, 2027 January 15, 2027
Single USD 4,485 January 3, 2027 January 15, 2027
Day by day
  1. Day 1

    Welcome to Berlin

    Start your Central European adventure in Berlin. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers, spend time exploring this remarkable city before enjoying dinner. Locations: Berlin

  2. Day 2

    Explore Bustling Berlin

    Start your day at the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse, where you’ll hear stories of the city’s division and reunification. Then set off with a Local Specialist to explore key sites including the Reichstag, Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate and the boulevard of Unter den Linden. Later, enjoy free time to explore Berlin your way. Perhaps discover the treasures of Museum Island or simply unwind in one of the city’s leafy parks or cafes. Locations: Berlin

  3. Day 3

    Journey to Poznań and on to Warsaw

    Travel through patchwork farmland to Poznań, then continue on to the vibrant Polish capital, Warsaw, your home for the next two nights. Discover the youthful verve of a city that has risen from repeated invasions and the constraints of communism. This evening, enjoy time at leisure to explore the sights independently, or join an Optional Experience delving into Warsaw’s past. Locations: Berlin, Poznan, Warsaw

  4. Day 4

    Discover Historic Warsaw

    Join a Local Specialist this morning to explore Warsaw's colorful historic center, including the Old Town, which the Nazis destroyed in retaliation for the brave Warsaw Uprising. We'll also see the former Warsaw Ghetto, where hundreds of thousands of Polish Jews were imprisoned during the German occupation, tragically immortalized in the poignant Roman Polanski film 'The Pianist'. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city's sights on your own. Consider a visit to the Wilanów Palace, a priceless testimony to the splendor of Poland's royal past, or treat yourself to a Chopin recital, before joining your travel companions this evening for a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. Locations: Warsaw

  5. Day 5

    Onwards to Auschwitz and Kraków

    Today, journey south from Warsaw to the Auschwitz Memorial Site of the former Concentration Camp,  a poignant reminder of one of the greatest tragedies and crimes of human history. Your visit includes a guided tour of Auschwitz. Continue to the enchanting city of Kraków. Locations: Warsaw, Kraków

  6. Day 6

    See the Sights of Kraków

    A leisurely walk through the beautiful streets of Kraków today with our Local Specialist will include such highlights as the Royal Castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill, recognized as the most historically and culturally significant site in Poland. We continue through the Old Town to hear the bugle warning from St. Mary's Church and view of the Cloth Hall. The rest of the day is yours to explore the sights on your own. Consider joining an Optional Experience to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, renowned as the Underground Salt Cathedral of Poland and home to an entire chapel carved from rock salt, as well as dozens of sculptures. Enjoy a slice of Polish Sernik Babci on the Old Town Square or visit a traditional milk bar. This evening, perhaps join your fellow travel companions for delicious home cooked Polish food and a night of dance and music at the Farmhouse Dinner and Polka Party. Locations: Kraków

  7. Day 7

    Venture through Slovakia to Budapest

    Today we travel through three countries from Poland, through Slovakia's Tatra mountains, and into Hungary as we arrive in beautiful Budapest later this afternoon. This evening, perhaps consider a scenic river cruise with dinner along the beautiful Danube. Locations: Kraków, Donovaly, Budapest

  8. Day 8

    Uncover the Treasures of Budapest

    We join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour. Spend the rest of the day exploring on your own or consider a trip to Szentendre, a lively riverside town renowned for its art life. This evening, we Connect With Locals and join the Schieszl family for dinner and hear the story of their winery at our Be My Guest experience. Locations: Budapest

  9. Day 9

    Off to Vienna

    Leave Budapest behind and travel through the rolling hills of Transdanubia, where orchards and vineyards line the route west. On route to Austria, you’ll visit the herbal gardens and Fragrance Museum of Pannonhalma’s 1,000-year-old Benedictine Abbey for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience exploring its herbal gardens, fragrance museum and centuries-old monastic traditions. Arrive later in Vienna, where you’ll stay for the next two nights. Locations: Budapest, Pannonhalma, Vienna

  10. Day 10

    Admire Vibrant Vienna

    Walk through the first district, Inner Stadt, as your Local Specialist reveals the historic core of the city. Tour the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche. Spend the rest of the day discovering the city at your own pace. Consider joining an Optional Experience to enjoy traditional Austrian cuisine and a musical performance. Locations: Vienna

  11. Day 11

    Venture to Prague

    Travel north to the Czech Republic and visit Tábor, once a Hussite stronghold. This afternoon, arrive in the remarkable city of Prague. Locations: Vienna, Tábor, Prague

  12. Day 12

    The Old Town and More in Prague

    Join a Local Specialist this morning for an exploration of the city's labyrinthine lanes and beautiful squares. Visit the impressive St. Vitus Cathedral, set within the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle, cross the Vltava to the Old Town Square and view the 15th-century Astronomical Clock. Celebrate the end of your Bohemian adventure over dinner with your Travel Director and fellow travelers. Locations: Prague

  13. Day 13

    Farewell Berlin

    We say a fond farewell to our companions and Travel Director today after an unforgettable trip. Your coach returns to Berlin from Prague today. Locations: Berlin

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