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Highlights of Eastern Europe (Classic, End Vienna)

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From Budapest to Vienna
4.7 (6 reviews)

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 40
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Dinner (Dine in elegance and savour Hungarian delicacies accompanied with specially selected Hungarian wine at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kempinski Corvinus Budapest)
  3. Day 2

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kempinski Corvinus Budapest)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Liszt Academy of Music with student recital
    • Explore Old Town of Buda with Local Expert
    • View Matthias Church facade
    • Views from Fisherman's Bastion

    Optional Activities

    • Evening Danube cruise with Hungarian meal
    Landmarks
    Liszt Academy of Music
    Matthias Church
    Fisherman's Bastion
  4. Day 3

    Budapest - Kraków

    Budapest - Kraków
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Mercure Kraków Stare Miasto)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive through Low Tatra Mountains
    • Stop at Donovaly
    • Visit Oravský Hrad Castle
    Landmarks
    Low Tatra Mountains
    Oravský Hrad Castle
  5. Day 4

    Kraków - Auschwitz - Kraków

    Kraków - Auschwitz - Kraków
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Mercure Kraków Stare Miasto)

    Included Activities

    • Ascend Wawel Hill and visit cathedral with Local Expert
    • Walk through Old Town to main town square
    • Visit Sukiennice Cloth Hall
    • Visit St. Mary's Basilica (14th-century)
    • Visit Auschwitz Memorial and Museum with Memorial Guide Educator
    Landmarks
    Wawel Hill
    Wawel Cathedral
    Sukiennice Cloth Hall
    St. Mary's Basilica
    Auschwitz Memorial and Museum
  6. Day 5

    Kraków - Warsaw

    Kraków - Warsaw
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sheraton Grand Warsaw)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Wieliczka Salt Mines - 600-year-old underground site featuring salt sculptures, sunken lakes and cathedral carved from rock salt
    Landmarks
    Wieliczka Salt Mines
  7. Day 6

    Warsaw

    Warsaw
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sheraton Grand Warsaw)

    Included Activities

    • Old Town exploration with Local Expert
    • Royal Castle visit
    • Palace of Culture visit
    • Chopin Memorial in Łazienki Park
    • Monument to the Ghetto Heroes

    Optional Activities

    • Chopin recital
    • Self-guided exploration of Warsaw's historical sites
    Landmarks
    Old Town
    Royal Castle
    Palace of Culture
    Chopin Memorial
    Monument to the Ghetto Heroes
  8. Day 7

    Warsaw - Berlin

    Warsaw - Berlin
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (DoubleTree by Hilton Berlin Ku'damm)

    Optional Activities

    • Try traditional Berliner cuisine
    Landmarks
    Oder River
  9. Day 8

    Berlin

    Berlin
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (DoubleTree by Hilton Berlin Ku'damm)

    Included Activities

    • Drive through Tiergarten with Local Expert
    • Visit glass-domed Reichstag
    • Photo stop at Brandenburg Gate
    • Drive along Unter den Linden
    • View State Opera
    • View Museum Island
    Landmarks
    Tiergarten
    Reichstag
    Brandenburg Gate
    Unter den Linden
    State Opera
    Museum Island
  10. Day 9

    Berlin - Dresden - Prague

    Berlin - Dresden - Prague
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dine-Around progressive dinner experience in a number of exciting venues in the heart of Prague's Mala Strana district)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hermitage Prague)

    Included Activities

    • Visit reconstructed Frauenkirche in Dresden
    • View Procession of the Princes on Royal Palace wall
    • Explore around Catholic cathedral in Dresden
    • View opera house and Baroque Zwinger Palace in Dresden
    • Progressive dinner experience in Prague's Mala Strana district
    • Visit Charles Bridge in Prague
    Landmarks
    Frauenkirche
    Royal Palace
    Zwinger Palace
    Charles Bridge
  11. Day 10

    Prague

    Prague
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hermitage Prague)

    Included Activities

    • Castle courtyards exploration with Local Expert
    • Visit St. Vitus Cathedral

    Optional Activities

    • River cruise through the heart of the city
    • Walk along the Royal Route
    • Sample local pilsners and Czech cuisine
    Landmarks
    Prague Castle
    St. Vitus Cathedral
  12. Day 11

    Český Krumlov

    Český Krumlov
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Experience South Bohemian flavours and hospitality with a selection of regional specialities in a local restaurant in the town centre)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (OLDINN, Český Krumlov)

    Included Activities

    • Walk narrow cobbled streets of medieval town
    • Visit castle with Local Expert
    • Traditional Czech dinner at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Český Krumlov Castle
  13. Day 12

    Český Krumlov - Vienna

    Český Krumlov - Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton Vienna Park)

    Optional Activities

    • Dine at a country mansion (optional)
  14. Day 13

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Delicious traditional Austrian meal with drinks at a local restaurant, before an extraordinary concert of Viennese classical music)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton Vienna Park)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Schönbrunn Palace and formal gardens with Local Expert
    • Ringstrasse circuit viewing Opera House, Hofburg Imperial Residence, Parliament Building and Karlskirche with Local Expert
    • Traditional Austrian dinner with drinks at local restaurant
    • Concert of Viennese classical music

    Optional Activities

    • Visit traditional Viennese cafe for coffee and Sachertorte
    • Viennese Waltz dance workshop - Dancing without Barriers (inclusive workshop designed to support the visually impaired community)
    Landmarks
    Schönbrunn Palace
    Ringstrasse
    Vienna State Opera House
    Hofburg Imperial Residence
    Austrian Parliament Building
    Karlskirche
  15. Day 14

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast

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4.7
Overall rating based on 6 Reviews
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    4.8
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  • Guide
    4.0
  • Accommodation
    4.4
  • Food
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  • Catherine3.0•October 2024
    Led by Ebony
    The hotels and dinners were mediocre. The hotels may have been a 5 star hotel but the rooms were 3 star. The...
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    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We appreciate your comments regarding the hotel standards and meals, which did not meet your expectations. Nonetheless, we expect all our appointed hotels to meet our high standards. We have shared your comments with our Quality Control team to ensure that our accommodation continues to offer our guests the best experience.
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  • Carlos5.0•May 2023
    Top! Perfect in all aspects.
    Traveled in April 2023
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    We appreciate your review and are delighted that our local team made this exciting itinerary even more special. We look forward to welcoming you back, and we hope your next Insight adventure is a five-star experience.
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  • gl5.0•July 2019
    Wonderful trip with an excellent tour leader Petra and great coach driver Joe. We had so many tours and wonderful...
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    Traveled in July 2019
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the Highlights of Eastern Europe tour with Insight Vacations. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your complete experience on the road with us. Even more, we certainly look forward to welcoming you back again soon for more great destinations.
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  • CarolineG5.0•February 2019
    Wonderful way to see Europe. Staying 2 nights in most places gave us time to explore on our own. We had a great Tour...
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    Traveled in May 2015
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    We are delighted to learn that your experience in Eastern Europe with Insight Vacations was a total success. We are even happier to hear that your Travel Director’s passion and knowledge of the history and culture shined throughout your time on the road. What’s more, we look forward to sharing more amazing destinations with you in the near future.
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  • ValerieFurphy5.0•February 2019
    This trip was such a delight from start to finish. The hotel in Budapest is just beautiful and I had a spa treatment...
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    Traveled in December 2018
    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    We are certainly delighted to learn that your time on the road through Eastern Europe was one to remember. We are very proud to hear that Carl’s passion and organization skills shined throughout your trip. More so, we are without a doubt happy to have been given the opportunity to host you and we truly look forward to welcoming you back to explore more great locations.
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    Vinotha5.0•October 2017
    Our tour director was Brian Ridley-He was amazing-such a wealth of knowledge,very friendly,flexible and...
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    Traveled in September 2017

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    Connie

    Asked on January 8th, 2026

    Are the prices the same for children? We have girls between 17 - 8 years old.

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    • Insight VacationsOperator•Written January 2026

      Children and teens aged 5–17 years at the time of travel, when accompanied by at least one adult sharing a twin/double room, are eligible for a discount of up to 10% off the land portion of the tour.

      Please note:
      - Kids/Teens must be under 18 years old on the date of departure.
      - The savings are limited to one Kids/Teens discount per room.

      If your girls are between 8 and 17 years old on the date of departure, they would qualify for the Kids & Teens Savings as long as they are traveling with an adult in the same room.

      If you're considering the April 25, 2026 departure, the current pricing is as follows:

      AU$8,195.00 per adult in a twin room
      AU$8,175.00 per adult in a triple room
      AU$7,445.00 one child/teen in a twin room
      AU$7,425.00 one child/teen in a triple room

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    Maurício

    Asked on February 26th, 2025

    Can we use the deposit from a cancelled trip for a new booking?

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    • Insight VacationsOperator•Written February 2025

      If you decide to go on May 18, the $400 deposit from a previously cancelled trip will be added to the new trip date.

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    Kirstin

    Asked on February 12th, 2025

    What types of travel support are available during the tour?

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    • Insight VacationsOperator•Written February 2025

      Travel insurance is highly recommended, and guest support will be provided for any insurance queries or other on-tour issues.

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    Gilles

    Asked on January 19th, 2025

    Are meals included in the tour price?

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    • Insight VacationsOperator•Written January 2025

      Only 6 dinners are covered. The other meals are at your expense and will be done independently from the group.

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    Lina

    Asked on January 1st, 2025

    Are optional activities mandatory?

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    • Insight VacationsOperator•Written January 2025

      Optional activities are not mandatory. You may choose to participate in these or spend your time otherwise during the tour.

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    Jenny

    Asked on November 18th, 2024

    Which hotels are included in the tour?

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    • Insight VacationsOperator•Written November 2024

      All hotels for the dates of the trip are included in the price.

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    Luisa

    Asked on May 14th, 2024

    Are there different travel options within groups during the tour?

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    • Insight VacationsOperator•Written May 2024

      Joining or leaving the group at different times or locations is possible, but must be coordinated with the travel director.

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    Sonja

    Asked on April 19th, 2024

    What is the penalty for cancelling a booking close to the departure date?

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    • Insight VacationsOperator•Written April 2024

      Cancellations made 59-16 days prior to departure incur a 30% penalty, 15-8 days prior incur a 50% penalty, 7-1 days prior incur a 90% penalty, and cancellations on the day of departure incur a 100% penalty.

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    Tania

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Are there pre-programmed meals during the tour?

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    • Insight VacationsOperator•Written March 2024

      Some meals are included and organized for the whole group; however, for meals not included, you can choose where you dine independently.

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    Jeny

    Asked on February 9th, 2024

    What are the customary gratuities on the tour?

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    • Insight VacationsOperator•Written February 2024

      Recommended gratuities are €4.50 per day for drivers and €7.00 per day for travel directors, which can be paid by cash, debit, or credit card.

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