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Gems of the Danube with Best of Bavaria 2027 - 12 Days (from Munich to Budapest)

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From Munich to Budapest
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  • Scenic view of colorful buildings reflected in a river.
  • Illustrated route map highlighting cities along a Central European itinerary from Munich to Budapest.
  • Munich cityscape with Marienplatz and its historic buildings.
  • Augsburg cityscape with historic buildings and red roofs.
  • Panoramic view of Nuremberg with medieval architecture and open square.
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  • Passau view with colorful buildings and St. Stephan's Cathedral.
  • Map showing a travel route through European cities including Munich and Budapest.
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 50
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Munich

    Munich

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Cathedral Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche)
    • Explore Residenz Palace
    • Wander Viktualienmarkt Square
    Landmarks
    Cathedral Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche)
    Residenz Palace
    Viktualienmarkt Square
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  2. Day 2

    Munich to Schwangau

    Munich to Schwangau
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic tour of Munich
    • Visit Marienplatz Square and see the Glockenspiel
    Landmarks
    Olympic Stadium Munich
    Nymphenburg Palace
    National Theatre Munich
    Maximilianstrasse
    Marienplatz Square
  3. Day 3

    Schwangau

    Schwangau
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle interior
    Landmarks
    Neuschwanstein Castle
    Alpsee Lake
    Hohenschwangau Lake
  4. Day 4

    Schwangau to Nuremberg

    Schwangau to Nuremberg

    Included Activities

    • Orientation tour of Nuremberg
    • Walking tour with expert local guide
    • Visit Imperial Castle
    • See St. Lawrence Church
    • Visit market square

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Augsburg during stop
    Landmarks
    Imperial Castle Nuremberg
    St. Lawrence Church
    Nuremberg Market Square
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  5. Day 5

    Nuremberg to Regensburg

    Nuremberg to Regensburg
    Meals
    Breakfast
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  6. Day 6

    Regensburg

    Regensburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Regensburg with local guide - old stone bridge, Church of St James, Porta Praetoria
    • Bavarian beer tasting at a traditional brewery
    Landmarks
    Stone Bridge Regensburg
    Church of St James
    Porta Praetoria
  7. Day 7

    Passau to Schlögen

    Passau to Schlögen
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Full day excursion to Salzburg, Austria - guided tour, Mozart's birthplace, Hohensalzburg Fortress, lunch at local restaurant
    • Full day excursion to Ceský Krumlov, Czech Republic - guided tour, Gothic/Renaissance/Baroque architecture, lunch at local restaurant
    • Highlights of Passau - walking tour with local guide, St. Stephens Cathedral
    Landmarks
    St. Stephens Cathedral Passau
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  8. Day 8

    Melk to Dürnstein

    Melk to Dürnstein
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through Wachau Valley
    • Tasting of regional delicacies with local producer on board

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Melk Abbey - marble hall, library, Abbey Church
    • UNESCO Wachau Valley e-bike experience from Melk to Dürnstein
    • Artstetten Castle tour - meet current owners, family crypt, museum, royal family tales
    Landmarks
    Melk Abbey
    Dürnstein Castle
    Artstetten Castle
  9. Day 9

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Private classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein with Austrian Sekt

    Optional Activities

    • Schönbrunn Palace tour - ornate rooms, Habsburg family tales, gardens
    • Cycle to Danube Island - guided e-bike tour
    • Art tour of Vienna including Kunsthistorisches Museum with local guide
    • Central Vienna tour with expert local guide
    Landmarks
    Schönbrunn Palace
    Danube Island
    Kunsthistorisches Museum
    Palais Liechtenstein
  10. Day 10

    Bratislava

    Bratislava
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Tasting of Slovak wines at an underground cellar

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Bratislava - Hlavné Námestie (main square), Old Town Hall, local delicacies tasting, Iron Curtain history
    • Carpathian wine route - wine-tasting in Small Carpathian villages with family winemakers
    • Communist walk - exploration of communist regime history and impact on daily life
    Landmarks
    Hlavné Námestie (Main Square Bratislava)
    Old Town Hall Bratislava
    Bratislava Castle
  11. Day 11

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Budapest in depth - coach tour of Buda, Várkert Bazár, Margaret Bridge, Széchenyi Square, Elizabeth Square, piano recital at Institute for the Blind
    • Guided hike of Buda - Várkert Bazár, gardens, Danube River and city architecture views
    • Excursion to Szentendre - riverside town with museums, galleries, guided city tour
    • National Opera House guided tour - neo-Renaissance masterpiece, interior, royal guests, performers stories, acoustics
    Landmarks
    Várkert Bazár
    Margaret Bridge
    Széchenyi Square
    Elizabeth Square
    Hungarian Parliament Building
    Heroes Square
    National Opera House Budapest
    Szentendre
  12. Day 12

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast

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