PRAGUE

VIENNA

BUDAPEST

Bratislava

Esztergom

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SLOVAKIA

HUNGARY

CZECHREPUBLIC

AUSTRIA

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PRAGUE, VIENNA AND BUDAPEST

10 days - 4 countries

Code: WPVB

Explore Central Europe's centres of culture and arts At Leisure – three riverside cities straddling mighty rivers and promising centuries of tradition and an exhilarating youthful energy. See Prague's Astronomical Clock and Old Town Square, treat yourself to a slice of Sachertorte and view the Hofburg Palace in Vienna. Follow the Danube to Budapest, visiting Buda's Castle District and the Fisherman's Bastion.

9 nights Hotel accommodation

12 meals 9 hot buff et breakfasts 3 dinners (including Be My Guest)

On-trip transport All transport shown All transfers shown

THE ICON S City tour in Prague ▶ Vienna ▶ Budapest

Visit St. Vitus' Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague ▶ the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna for a private visit ▶ the old Hungarian capital of Esztergom ▶ the UNESCO-listed Castle District ▶ Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest

View the Presidential Palace and Old Town of Bratislava ▶ the Hofburg Palace and Imperial Boulevards of Vienna

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THE ESSENTIALSAll taken care of

Enjoy our hand-picked Trafalgar Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample of what you can expect.

BE MY GUEST Join the Schieszl family for hearty Hungarian fare and the story of their winery, which doubled as a hiding place during WWII for a Jewish friend who was fl eeing Nazi persecution

CULTURAL INSIGHT Enjoy a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the largest art museum in Austria, to view the Royal Collection before the general public have access

SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING Enjoy an expert guided walking tour in Prague with a group size of no more than 25 guests

LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Prague, Vienna and Budapest

HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

THE REAL THINGTrafalgar highlights

View of Parliament, Budapest

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1 Arrive Prague (3 Nights) The gleaming spires of Prague shine brightly on this At Leisure sojourn through the Imperial capitals of Prague, Vienna and Budapest, the springboard to an unforgettable trip. Admire the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque façades along its cobblestone streets before joining your Travel Director and travel companions for an unforgettable Welcome Reception to kick off your holiday. (WR) Hotel: Angelo

2 Prague Sightseeing and At Leisure e d Delve into centuries of heritage joining your Local Specialist for a Small Group Sightseeing guided walk past the city's iconic sights. Visit the fi nal resting place of Bohemian kings, St. Vitus' Cathedral, set within the precincts of Prague Castle, and admire the Astronomical Clock in the charming Old Town Square with its hourly Walk of the Apostles. See the 14 th century Charles Bridge, lined with the Baroque statues of saints before spending the aft ernoon admiring the spectacular cityscape on your terms. (BB)

3 Prague At Leisure e Plan your day and see the sights of your choice. You might like to take an Optional Experience to the historical German city of Dresden. Alternatively, take time to explore the small streets and shops of Prague and spend the evening at your leisure. (BB)

4 Prague ▶ Bratislava ▶ Vienna (3 Nights) Travel south from Prague through lush Moravian landscapes to Bratislava, passing its Presidential Palace and quaint Old Town before continuing your journey to Austria and the Imperial city of Vienna – our home for the next three nights. Admire the city's musical talents and consider attending a Viennese concert. (BB) Hotel: Hilton Danube Waterfront

5 Vienna Sightseeing and At Leisure e d The heritage of one of Europe's most infl uential royal families is explored this morning during an exclusive Cultural Insight and guided visit to the Habsburgs royal collection of art and wonders before the doors are open to the general public. Visit the spectacular Kunstkammer in this private insider visit and see a treasure trove of valuable objects collected by the emperors and archdukes of Habsburg over the centuries. Later, we join an included sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist to view the Hofburg Palace, the off icial residence of the President of Austria and former home of the Habsburg Dynasty. We'll see such sights such as the Parliament Building, the magnifi cent Opera House and St. Stephen's Cathedral with its geometrically tiled roof. Spend the aft ernoon at leisure soaking up the city's ka� ee culture with a slice or two of Sachertorte . (BB)

6 Vienna At Leisure e Today is yours to explore the City of Music on your terms. Tread in the footsteps of the great sons of Vienna – Mozart, Haydn and Strauss, as you delve into the city's rich musical heritage nurtured by aristocrats throughout the centuries. Consider a visit to the beautiful Baroque Schönbrunn Palace or see the elegant Lipizzaner stallions at the Spanish Riding School – the choice is yours. (BB)

7 Vienna ▶ Esztergom ▶ Budapest (3 Nights) Meander along the Danube Bend, a narrow twisting valley in the pretty Carpathian Basin,

stopping in Esztergom to view its Castle Hill, domed Cathedral, and St. Thomas Hill. We follow the scenic riverine landscape to the romantic city of Budapest where we will spend the next three nights. Enjoy the evening at leisure sipping Hungarian wines or consider gliding along the Danube on a scenic river cruise. (BB) Hotel: Art’otel

8 Budapest Sightseeing and At Leisure e d Join a Local Specialist this morning for a fascinating walking tour through the winding cobblestone lanes of Buda's Castle District in Buda. Visit the Fisherman's Bastion, view the Matthias Church and drive to Pest to see the Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. We pay tribute to the seven chieft ains of the Magyars in Heroes' Square before enjoying time at leisure to indulge in coff ee and krémes in the charming Jewish Quarter or shopping for Hungarian embroidery and fi ne porcelain. Tonight enjoy a Be My Guest dinner with the Schieszl family and hear the story of their winery which once sheltered a Jewish friend who was fl eeing Nazi persecution. (BB, BG)

9 Budapest At Leisure e Venture up Gellert Hill for spectacular views of the Budapest skyline, relax in the Szechenyi Baths or consider an Optional Experience to Szentendre, a charming riverside village popular with artists and craft workers. On our last evening together, we toast to a magnifi cent journey to the Imperial capitals and enjoy a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (BB, FD)

10 Depart Budapest We say a fond farewell to our companions and Travel Director today aft er an unforgettable At Leisure trip. Transfers are provided to Budapest airport. Conditions apply. (BB)

YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER

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✚ Special Rate Solo Rooming: These departures include 20-100% discount on our standard single supplement. Please see website for pricing.

q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: The 21 December 2018 departure will celebrate Christmas in Vienna. The 28 December 2018 departure will toast New Year's Eve in Vienna. Each of these specially arranged festive meal celebrations will replace one of the included meals featured in the itinerary.

3 Christmas Market Departures: Please note that guests on departures during Advent will experience the festivities of the Christmas Markets in Prague, Vienna and Budapest. Look for the departures marked in the price panel.

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s Triple room discount: SAVE US$30 p.p. ; Past guests:

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f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP

Airport Transfers: On arrival at Prague Airport transfers will operate at 11am and 2.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Budapest Airport at 7am and 11am. Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver US$97 per person. WiFi: See page 74 for details. Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. Extra nights' accommodation page 76. * All prices are per person, twin share. Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date itineraries and Optional Experiences.

Single Supplement (add to price above): US$430 p.p.

Exceptions 23 Nov 18 to 28 Dec 18 : US$520 p.p.

EARLY BIRDSAVINGSSAVE US$144 p.p.

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