Departures available: 4th May 2012 to 12th Oct 2012
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Imperial Highlights
10 DAYS FROM Ł1175
Enjoy the regal air of Munich, Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg on this majestic tour of Europe for less. Find 1000 year old castles, medieval cities and fantastic gilded statues. Listen closely for the sound of music in Vienna and relax on a serene cruise on the inspiring Danube River.
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Tour Pace
Leisurely Lively
Tour experience
Scenic City
Included Sightseeing
- Munich Orientation includes the Olympic Stadium, Marienplatz and Ludwigstrasse.
- Nuremberg Orientation includes the old city walls.
- Pilsen See this beer-brewing town.
- Prague Walking tour includes views of St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Town Square.
- Bratislava Visit the capital of Slovakia.
- Budapest Sightseeing includes Fisherman's Bastion, the Church of St. Matthias and Gellert Hill.
- Gyor Visit this historical town.
- Vienna Sightseeing includes the State Opera House, Hofburg, Parliament and the Imperial Boulevards.
- Melk See the impressive Abbey.
- Salzburg Visit this charming city, the birthplace of Mozart.
Included Dining
- 9 buffet breakfasts (BB)
- 4 three course dinners (D)
- 13 included meals in total.
Included Flights
- Return scheduled International flights
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Day 1
Arrive Munich
Arrive at your departure airport before your scheduled flight to Munich, capital of Bavaria. After check-in, your afternoon begins with a wonderful orientation tour of this exciting city. See the Olympic Stadium, Ludwigstrasse and Marienplatz, featuring a Glockenspiel clock. This evening, you might like to soak up the atmosphere with a stein of beer at one of the beerhalls, for which Bavaria is world-renowned.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Munich South (FC)
Day 2
Munich - Nuremberg - Prague (2)
Travel north to Nuremberg, which for centuries was the unofficial capital of the Holy Roman Empire. Much of it was rebuilt following wartime destruction and its old-world charm and history is in evidence during your orientation tour. Cross the border into the Czech Republic and pass Pilsen, renowned for its breweries. Arrive later in Prague, a vibrant and fashionable city steeped in history, and one of Europe's must-see destinations since the Velvet Revolution in 1989. (BB, D)
Hotel: Diplomat (FC)
Day 3
Prague sightseeing and at leisure
Admire the sights of Prague with your expert Local Guide who gives a superb account of the city's rich history. See St. Vitus Cathedral, which is set inside the 1,000 year old Prague Castle. Your tour continues across the River Vltava in the cobblestoned Old Town Square, where you see the Astronomical Clock. Spend free time afterwards exploring this fascinating city on your own and shopping for beautiful Czech crystal. Later, consider a cruise on the river and view the city from a different perspective. (BB, D)
Hotel: Diplomat (FC)
Day 4
Prague - Bratislava - Budapest (2)
Journey through Moravia in the southern Czech Republic into Slovakia. Enjoy an orientation tour of the capital, Bratislava, which shows you the medieval town hall in the quaint Old Town area. Arrive later in Budapest, a romantic city which straddles the River Danube. This evening, you might like to dine at a traditional restaurant accompanied by emotive gypsy folk music. (BB)
Hotel: Danubius Hotel Arena (FC)
Day 5
Budapest sightseeing and at leisure
Your knowledgeable Local Guide shows you the sights of the twin cities of Buda and Pest including the Fisherman's Bastion, Heroes' Square and the Church of St. Matthias. Admire panoramic views of the city from Gellert Hill, with free time afterwards to explore on your own. Perhaps take a trip to Szentendre or visit the Paliament buildings. (BB)
Hotel: Danubius Hotel Arena (FC)
Day 6
Budapest - Gyor - Vienna (2)
Cross the picturesque Transdanubia region dotted with orchards and vineyards. Visit the historical town of Györ, which dates back to Roman times and also has an abundance of medieval and Baroque charm. Later, head north into Austria and arrive in Vienna, a dynamic city with a splendid imperial heritage. (BB)
Hotel: Senator (FC)
Day 7
Vienna sightseeing and at leisure
The Hofburg, State Opera House, Imperial Boulevards, the impressive City Hall - your expert Local Guide shows you all these landmarks and more during your sightseeing tour of this elegant city. Later in your free time, explore the pedestrian area around St. Stephen's Cathedral and the main shopping street, Kärntnerstrassse. You might also like to visit a traditional Viennese café and sample unique pastries! This evening, consider an optional excursion to dine at a heurigen or tavern in a wine village on the outskirts of the city. (BB)
Hotel: Senator (FC)
Day 8
Vienna - Salzburg
Follow the Danube Valley past the impressive monastery at Melk and the city of Linz. Continue west to the charming city of Salzburg, famous for its musical heritage, and wander through the Mirabell Gardens, which featured in the film 'The Sound of Music'. Cross the bridge over the River Salzach and explore the Old Town, including the imposing cathedral square and Getreidegasse, a narrow street where Mozart was born in 1756. Arrive later at your hotel where you dine tonight. (BB, D)
Hotel: Austria Trend Hotel Salzburg Mitte (FC)
Day 9
Salzburg - Munich
Don't miss the opportunity to take an optional excursion to the Eagle's Nest near Berchtesgaden in Germany, with spectacular views across the surrounding valleys. This evening in Munich - your final night - celebrate the end of the tour with your Tour Director and fellow travellers with dinner at your hotel. (BB, D)
Hotel: Holiday Inn Munich South (FC)
Day 10
Depart Munich
Say 'Auf Wiedersehen' to Munich and your Travel Director as you prepare for your journey home. A complimentary transfer will be provided to the airport before your return scheduled flight to the UK. (BB)
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Holiday Inn Munich South (FC)
The Hotel Holiday Inn Munich-South is situated in a quiet and central area in the beautiful suburb, only 15 minutes away from the city center of Munich. At its restaurants you can enjoy international and traditional Bavarian cuisine. Other leisure services include a gym, swimming pool, fitness center.
Diplomat (FC)
The four star hotel offers design, individuality and lavish interiors. It has excellent location with a direct metro rail link. It has 3 restaurants and café. The fully equipped fitness centre is available for hotel guests free of charge. All its rooms have access to fast internet access.
Danubius Hotel Arena (FC)
It is conveniently situated a few steps from the metro station, so the city's highlights are within easy reach. The freshly renovated, air-conditioned hotel rooms, with en-suite bath, are furnished comfortably in style and provide the following amenities LCD TV with satellite channels and Pay-TV, direct-dial telephone, Internet access, hairdryer and minibar. The wellness services provide a wide range of variety of revitalizing and relaxing massages.
Senator (FC)
Senator is accommodated in a brand-new building next to the fashionable Váci utca, 5-minute walk from Budapest's Chain Bridge, and offers free Wi-Fi. The rooms are fully equipped, with modern high-standards, a flat screen TV and design furniture. From the Senator Ayou have easy access to Deák Ferenc Tér, Budapest's main metro station. A wide range of restaurants, pubs, leisure and sports facilities are located nearby as well.
Austria Trend Hotel Salzburg Mitte (FC)
Hotel Salzburg Mitte allows you to gaze out across the rooftops of this "City of Mozart", while pampering you with professional service and an ambience of utter comfort and ease. All rooms feature modern design, ideal amenities - including flat-screen TV, high-speed Internet access and individually adjustable air-conditioning - as well as warm nuances of colour. It offers one bar and one restaurant.
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