Highlights of Eastern Europe
Delight your senses on the Highlights of Eastern Europe tour as you travel through Budapest, Warsaw and Vienna alongside Local Experts. In the German capital, a robust Berlin sightseeing itinerary meanders through the leafy Tiergarten of the Reichstag building, to the Brandenburg Gate and along the Unter den Linden to the State Opera House, and Museum Island. In Vienna, see, hear and taste the city from a local perspective at the Mozart & Strauss Concert dinner—with a menu composed of traditional Austrian delicacies and classical music masterpieces.
- 25 Jul 2026 – 07 Aug 2026
from $7,425 pp twin share * - 08 Aug 2026 – 21 Aug 2026
from $5,376.25 pp twin share * - 15 Aug 2026 – 28 Aug 2026
from $6,056.25 pp twin share * - 24 Aug 2026 – 06 Sep 2026
from $7,550 pp twin share * - 31 Aug 2026 – 13 Sep 2026
from $7,525 pp twin share * - 05 Sep 2026 – 18 Sep 2026
from $8,275 pp twin share * - 07 Sep 2026 – 20 Sep 2026
from $6,880.75 pp twin share * - 12 Sep 2026 – 25 Sep 2026
from $8,275 pp twin share * - 14 Sep 2026 – 27 Sep 2026
from $6,863.75 pp twin share * - 26 Sep 2026 – 09 Oct 2026
from $6,906.25 pp twin share * - 03 Oct 2026 – 16 Oct 2026
from $6,948.75 pp twin share * - 24 Apr 2027 – 07 May 2027
from $8,025 pp twin share * - 01 May 2027 – 14 May 2027
from $7,465.50 pp twin share * - 08 May 2027 – 21 May 2027
from $8,295 pp twin share * - 15 May 2027 – 28 May 2027
from $8,295 pp twin share * - 22 May 2027 – 04 Jun 2027
from $8,295 pp twin share * - 29 May 2027 – 11 Jun 2027
from $8,275 pp twin share * - 05 Jun 2027 – 18 Jun 2027
from $6,925.50 pp twin share * - 19 Jun 2027 – 02 Jul 2027
from $6,885 pp twin share * - 26 Jun 2027 – 09 Jul 2027
from $7,375 pp twin share * - 03 Jul 2027 – 16 Jul 2027
from $6,547.50 pp twin share * - 10 Jul 2027 – 23 Jul 2027
from $7,275 pp twin share * - 24 Jul 2027 – 06 Aug 2027
from $6,547.50 pp twin share * - 31 Jul 2027 – 13 Aug 2027
from $7,275 pp twin share * - 07 Aug 2027 – 20 Aug 2027
from $6,547.50 pp twin share * - 14 Aug 2027 – 27 Aug 2027
from $7,275 pp twin share * - 28 Aug 2027 – 10 Sep 2027
from $6,835.50 pp twin share * - 30 Aug 2027 – 12 Sep 2027
from $7,595 pp twin share * - 04 Sep 2027 – 17 Sep 2027
from $7,447.50 pp twin share * - 11 Sep 2027 – 24 Sep 2027
from $7,447.50 pp twin share *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
- Day 1 – Welcome to Budapest:
Budapest sets the scene for a memorable journey around Eastern Europe. Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers at a local restaurant for dinner, a treat of mouth-watering Hungarian specialities. - Day 2 – Delve into Budapest:
Visit the *Liszt Academy of Music for a guided tour, followed by an enchanting recital. Explore the Old Town of Buda with a Local Expert to admire the facade of Matthias Church and take in the views from the Fisherman’s Bastion. In the evening, perhaps choose an Optional Experience to see this fairy-tale city as you cruise along the Danube and enjoy a meal of Hungarian specialities. *On some occasions, the Liszt Academy will be replaced by an organ recital at the Matthias Church. - Day 3 – The Mountains to Kraków:
Take a gentle drive into Slovakia and through the breathtaking Low Tatra Mountains. Stop at scenic Donovaly. Continue north to see the picturesque Oravský Hrad Castle, where villagers still live in traditional wooden houses, before crossing into Poland and continuing to historic Kraków. - Day 4 – Kraków Sightseeing and Auschwitz Memorial:
Join a Local Expert to ascend Wawel Hill and visit the cathedral. Walk past the former residence of Pope John Paul II through the Old Town, to Europe’s largest and most beautiful town square. See the medieval Sukiennice Cloth Hall and visit the 14th-century St. Mary’s Basilica, the most important church in the city. Keep your eyes and ears peeled for the trumpeter in the tower. Join a Local Expert at Oświęcim, better known throughout the world by its German name, Auschwitz, infamous for its role during the Holocaust. Spend reflective moments amid the remains of the concentration camp and the memorials to those who died. - Day 5 – On to Warsaw:
Choose to join an optional experience and journey into a glistening subterranean world at the 600-year-old Wieliczka Salt Mines. In a maze of tunnels deep below the surface, witness unique salt sculptures, sunken lakes and even a glorious cathedral carved entirely out of rock salt by the miners. Alternatively, enjoy time at leisure. Continue across the Polish plains to the country’s capital, Warsaw, for the night. - Day 6 – The Polish Capital of Warsaw:
Join a Local Expert in the morning to see the Old Town, Royal Castle and Palace of Culture. Visit the Chopin Memorial in the Łazienki Park. Pay your respects at the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes and then enjoy a free afternoon to explore at your own pace. Perhaps attend a Chopin recital or delve into Warsaw’s inspirational past? - Day 7 – Wielkopolska to Berlin:
Your route leads westward, across the rolling farmlands of the central plains, over the Oder River to enter Germany. Your destination is the vibrant capital of Berlin where you can try traditional Berliner cuisine. - Day 8 – The Spirit of Berlin:
Embrace Berlin’s bold reinvention with your Local Expert. Drive through the leafy Tiergarten to the glass-domed Reichstag, symbol of reunification, and pause for a photo stop at the Brandenburg Gate. Cross into former East Berlin along Unter den Linden, taking in sights such as the State Opera and Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later, enjoy your evening at leisure or perhaps join an Optional Experience to the former Prussian royal centre of Potsdam where you’ll visit the Glienicke Bridge – famed for its role in the film Bridge of Spies. - Day 9 – Dresden and Golden Prague:
Journey south to Dresden. Almost totally destroyed by horrific air raids in 1945, Dresden has now risen again from the ashes in a blend of old and new. See the reconstructed Frauenkirche and walk past the colossal ‘Procession of the Princes’ on the wall of the Royal Palace. Explore around the Catholic cathedral to view the tiered facades of the opera house and the Baroque Zwinger Palace. After free time for lunch, head for the Czech border, high in the Ore Mountains and continue to the capital city of Prague. Upon arrival to ”The Golden City”, you are invited to a ‘Dine-Around’ progressive dinner experience in a number of exciting venues in the heart of Prague’s Mala Strana district, topped off with a visit to the famous Charles bridge! - Day 10 – Prague, City of a Hundred Spires:
Explore Prague with your Local Expert. Walk the courtyards of the castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Perhaps walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route? Czechs are passionate about their beer, so be sure to try the local pilsners, paired with hearty Czech cuisine. - Day 11 – Bohemian Český Krumlov:
Travel to the medieval town of Český Krumlov to walk the narrow cobbled streets and visit the centuries old castle. Visit a historic brewery to sample the beer and discover the secrets of this golden vintage. After the day trippers have left, soak up the unique atmosphere of this UNESCO World Heritage Site at a local restaurant. Enjoy a traditional Czech dinner of local specialities. - Day 12 – Stately Vienna:
Cross the border into Austria and enjoy a delightful journey to Vienna. The afternoon is free for you to explore this stately capital and later why not enjoy a delightful Austrian meal with the option to dine at a country mansion? - Day 13 – The Habsburgs of Vienna:
Vienna owes much of its present-day charm to the long reign of the Habsburgs. Join your Local Expert for a visit of Maria Theresa’s Schönbrunn Palace and its formal gardens. Then, take some great photos on a circuit of the famous Ring Road. This grand boulevard, built along the lines of the old city walls, showcases many of the capital’s architectural masterpieces, including the Opera House, magnificent Hofburg Imperial Residence, Austrian Parliament Building and Karlskirche. Explore Vienna with Insight Choice. Choose between a visit to a traditional Viennese cafe to enjoy local specialities of coffee and Sachertorte or alternatively, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience during an inclusive workshop and take to the floor in a Viennese Waltz dance workshop designed to support the visually impaired community. Enjoy a delicious meal of traditional Austrian fare with drinks at a local restaurant, before sitting down to an extraordinary concert of Viennese classical music. - Day 14 – Depart Vienna:
Your journey comes to an end in Vienna this morning.
Highlights
- Explore Budapest, Warsaw, and Vienna with insider access.
- Enjoy a robust Berlin sightseeing itinerary.
- Savor a traditional Austrian dinner with classical music performance.
Delight your senses on the Highlights of Eastern Europe tour as you travel through Budapest, Warsaw and Vienna alongside Local Experts. In the German capital, a robust Berlin sightseeing itinerary meanders through the leafy Tiergarten of the Reichstag building, to the Brandenburg Gate and along the Unter den Linden to the State Opera House, and Museum Island. In Vienna, see, hear and taste the city from a local perspective at the Mozart & Strauss Concert dinner—with a menu composed of traditional Austrian delicacies and classical music masterpieces.
Inclusions
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight’s luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
- Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards.
- Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
- Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert’s fascinating commentary.
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included – you’ll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency.
FAQs
- DoubleTree by Hilton Berlin Ku’damm
- Hermitage Prague
- Hilton Vienna Park
- Kempinski Corvinus Budapest
- Mercure Kraków Stare Miasto
- OLDINN, Český Krumlov
- The Westin Warsaw
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 14 days and 13 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 25 Jul 2026 and 22 Oct 2027, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Are discounts available?
Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
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