Itinerary
- Day 1
Ljubljana
You'll arrive in Ljubljana and connect with your tour director. The rest of the day is yours to explore the capital at your own pace, walking along the riverbanks and checking out the architecture that gives this city its distinctive character.
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Ljubljana's riverbanks and architecture
- Day 2
Ljubljana to Lake Bled
Start with a guided walking tour hitting Prešeren Square, Triple Bridge, and Town Hall. After that, take the funicular up to Ljubljana Castle for views across the city. Then you'll head to Lake Bled, see the medieval castle there, and have free time to spend by the water. A traditional Slovenian folklore dinner is available if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Ljubljana (Prešeren Square, Triple Bridge, fish market, Town Hall)
- Funicular ride to Ljubljana Castle
- Entrance to Ljubljana Castle
- Visit to medieval Bled Castle
- Free time at Lake Bled
Optional Activities
- Slovenian folklore dinner with traditional music, dance, and regional cuisine
Landmarks Prešeren Square Triple Bridge Ljubljana Castle Lake Bled Bled Castle - Day 3
Postojna Cave to Zagreb
You'll walk through Postojna Cave and see the stalactites and stalagmites, plus ride the underground train that runs through it. Grab lunch, then continue to Zagreb for a walking tour through the Upper Town and Kaptol district, seeing medieval churches and historic squares mixed with the city's modern side.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Entrance to Postojna Cave
- Underground train ride at Postojna Cave
- Guided walking tour of Zagreb (Gornji Grad/Upper Town and Kaptol)
Landmarks Postojna Cave Gornji Grad (Upper Town) Kaptol - Day 4
Zagreb to Budapest
Leave Zagreb and stop at Lake Balaton, where you'll visit Tihany Peninsula with its rolling hills and lavender fields. You'll have free time to walk around and relax before heading to Budapest, arriving in the late afternoon. A Danube River cruise is available if you want to see the illuminated bridges.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Stop at Lake Balaton
- Visit to Tihany Peninsula
- Free time at Lake Balaton
Optional Activities
- Danube River cruise with views of Budapest's illuminated bridges and landmarks
Landmarks Lake Balaton Tihany Peninsula 
- Day 5
Budapest
Explore Budapest split by the Danube into Buda and Pest. Your guide takes you to Andrássy Avenue, Heroes' Square, Fisherman's Bastion, and Matthias Church, then to the Parliament Building and up Citadella Hill for panoramic views. The afternoon is free to wander the boulevards, relax in thermal baths, or shop. An optional Csárda dinner with folk music and dance is offered.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Budapest's iconic landmarks (Andrássy Avenue, Heroes' Square, Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church)
- Entrance to Matthias Church and Fisherman's Bastion
- Views from Citadella Hill
- Views of Hungarian Parliament Building
Optional Activities
- Csárda dinner featuring traditional Hungarian cuisine, lively folk music, and captivating dance performances
Landmarks Andrássy Avenue Heroes' Square Fisherman's Bastion Matthias Church Hungarian Parliament Building Citadella Hill - Day 6
Budapest to Bratislava to Prague
Head north to Bratislava for a guided tour through the historic center, passing Michalská Gate and Primate's Palace and spotting modern statues on cobblestone streets. Then continue to Prague, check into your hotel, and spend the evening at leisure exploring the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Bratislava's historic center (Michalská Gate, Primate's Palace, city squares)
Landmarks Michalská Gate Primate's Palace 
- Day 7
Prague
Walk across Charles Bridge and take in the views of the Vltava River. Visit St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, and Golden Lane inside Prague Castle. Later, see the Josefov District with its Old Jewish Cemetery and historic synagogues. The afternoon is free for museums, galleries, and walking around. Optional Vltava River dinner cruise or brewery visit with craft beer tasting available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Prague
- Crossing Charles Bridge
- Visit to St. Vitus Cathedral
- Visit to Old Royal Palace
- Visit to Golden Lane
- Entrance to Prague Castle (Golden Circle)
- Exploration of Josefov District
- View of Old Jewish Cemetery and historic synagogues
Optional Activities
- Vltava River dinner cruise with illuminated views of Prague
- Visit to local brewery with craft Czech beer tasting and traditional dinner
Landmarks Charles Bridge Vltava River St. Vitus Cathedral Old Royal Palace Golden Lane Prague Castle Josefov District Old Jewish Cemetery - Day 8
Prague to Český Budějovice to Vienna
Travel south to Český Budějovice to see the elegant squares and baroque buildings. You'll get an exclusive tour of the Budweiser Brewery, learning about the traditional brewing process and tasting freshly crafted beer. Then continue to Vienna, check in, and have the rest of the day to yourself.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Exploration of Český Budějovice highlights
- Visit to Budweiser Brewery with tour and beer tasting
Landmarks Český Budějovice Budweiser Brewery 
- Day 9
Vienna
Take a guided tour of Vienna's landmarks including the State Opera House, museums, Hofburg Palace, Parliament, City Hall, and Burgtheater. Visit Schönbrunn Palace and walk through its gardens. Free time follows for shopping or relaxing. In the evening, gather for a farewell dinner. An optional romantic Danube River dinner cruise is available.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Vienna (State Opera House, Museums of Natural History and Fine Arts, Hofburg Palace, Austrian Parliament, City Hall, Burgtheater)
- Visit to Schönbrunn Palace
- Entrance to Schönbrunn Palace
- Stroll through Schönbrunn Palace gardens
- Farewell dinner
Optional Activities
- Romantic Danube River dinner cruise with Vienna's illuminated skyline and elegant bridges
Landmarks State Opera House Museum of Natural History Museum of Fine Arts Hofburg Palace Austrian Parliament City Hall Burgtheater Schönbrunn Palace - Day 10
Vienna to Airport
This morning you have free time for a final walk along Vienna's boulevards or a coffee at a local café. Later, you'll transfer to the airport for your flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Final stroll through Vienna's grand boulevards
- Coffee at one of Vienna's elegant cafés
