Central Europe Explorer - Overland Trip

1 ½ weeks: Budapest to Krakow (IMT-UTCX)

Intro

This tour provides a heady mix of stunning architecture, moving history and captivating culture through some of the most beautiful and enchanting cities in Europe. All of which makes for a trip that will leave you wanting to go back for more.

Group Size

Max 15

Activities

Extensive walking in towns, optional hiking in Tatra Mountains

Accommodation

10 nights tourist class hotels, 1 night sleeper train

Transport

Local and private transport - trains, buses

Airport Transfer

To hotel day 1

Fully Escorted

By Imaginative Traveller tour leader days 2-12

Meals

As per itinerary. B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner

Entrance Fees

Included for all sites listed as part of the itinerary

Itineraries

Day 1,BUDAPEST

Arrive in Budapest.

Day 2,BUDAPEST

In the morning we have a guided orientation tour. The rest of the day is free to explore this beautiful city which offers such an endless succession of wonderful views - the old city of Buda, crowned by Castle Hill and the stunning Matthius Church, and the new city of Pest with the unmistakable claret spires and dome of the parliament building. (B)

Day 3,EGER

After breakfast we take a train to Eger. The rest of the day is free to explore the beautiful villages and vineyards of the region or the city of Eger itself, with its wonderful baroque architecture. 2 hr train journey with one change. (B)

Day 4 to Day 5,HIGH TATRA MTNS

We take a train to Slovakia’s breathtaking High Tatra Mountains. We can take hikes in the spectacular surrounding scenery, or perhaps take a trip to see nearby Spis Castle or rural Zdiar on the Polish border. 5 hour train journey with 3 changes. (B)

Day 6,BRNO

We take the train to Brno. Afternoon to explore the old town centre, the Capuchin Monastery mummies or open air market. Approx 4 1/2 hr bus journey and 6 1/2 hr train journey with 2 changes. (B)

Day 7 to Day 8,CESKY KRUMLOV

Travel by train to Cesky Krumlov, possibly the most beautiful town in the Czech Republic. We have plenty of time to explore the beautiful palace or old town centre, hike in the surrounding hills or raft on the river. In the evening of Day 8 we take a train to Prague. (B)

Day 9 to Day 10,PRAGUE

We have two days in this beautiful city. Walk along the Charles Bridge with its selection of buskers and street artists, relax in a pavement cafe or climb a church spire for wonderful views over the terracotta rooftops of the city. On Day 10 we take an overnight train to Krakow. 8 hour train journey. (B)

Day 11,KRAKOW

Arrive in Krakow where the rest of the day is free to explore. Perhaps take a trip to the Wieliczka salt mine or alternatively make a poignant visit to Auschwitz.

Day 12,KRAKOW

Tour ends. (B)

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Last updated: 14th September 2009