Vienna, Prague<strong>and</strong> budapest<strong>and</strong> Christmas MarketsTour Pace - This well paced tour is designedto introduce you to three different cities - each withits own story to tell. The two night stops in Prague<strong>and</strong> Budapest allow time in the afternoon forshopping or your own activities.Hotels - The Vienna Hilton <strong>and</strong> Diplomat inPrague are both contemporary in style. While theRadisson SAS Beke in Budapest is more traditional.All are well located in these capital cities to allowyou to make the most of your time at leisure.Fellow Passengers - This tour is popularwith those who want to experience the highlights ofEastern Europe in the space of a week. Medievaltown squares, glistening with snow or Christmaslights, also appeal to the romantic at heart.Highlights - Cesky Krumlov in winter is ascene straight out of a Christmas card! While thesize <strong>and</strong> preservation of Prague’s historic centre isunrivalled in Europe. The tour culminateshistorically, with a visit to Schönbrunn Palace.Charles Bridge, Pragueff26-27DAY 1 – DEPART CANADA. Overnight flight to Vienna.DAY 2 – ARRIVE VIENNA. Welcome to Vienna! On arrival at Vienna Airport there aretransfers to your hotel at 09.00, 12.00 <strong>and</strong> 15.00 hours. The rest of the day is at leisure. Maybe strollamid the statues of the city's greatest musicians in the City Park? Or browse among the temptingwindow displays on the Karntner Strasse? As night falls, enjoy a Welcome Drink with your fellowtravelers <strong>and</strong> Tour Director. Hotel: Hilton.DAY 3 – VIENNA – PRAGUE. Leave Vienna <strong>and</strong> cross the Czech border to visit enchantingCesky Krumlov, nestled on the banks of the Vltava River. On days when snow blankets the oldmedieval buildings, <strong>and</strong> the smell of wood smoke pervades through the narrow cobbled streets, onecould be forgiven for thinking they had stepped into a scene straight out of a Christmas card! Spendsome time here exploring the little back lanes <strong>and</strong> arch covered footpaths - not forgetting theoutst<strong>and</strong>ing castle which overlooks the town, considered by many to be the country's finest. Thisafternoon, continue north through the forested countryside of Bohemia to 'Golden Prague' - sonamed for its gleaming gilded spires. Hotel: Diplomat. (BB,D)DAY 4 – PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING. Sightseeing this morning with your local guide revealsthe highlights of the Czech capital, spreading either side of the Vltava river. Begin at the lofty heightsof Prague Castle, dominated by the spires of St. Vitus' Cathedral. Walk through medieval cobbledstreets, past beautiful palaces, <strong>and</strong> enjoy a spectacular view over the whole city. Now descend to theOld Town Square to see the astronomical clock. For those traveling in December, be sure to grab asausage <strong>and</strong> some hot wine at the brightly decorated Christmas Markets! If you’re lucky, you mighteven see school children in traditional dress, who come to dance <strong>and</strong> sing for the crowd. (BB)DAY 5 – PRAGUE – BUDAPEST. The smooth motorway winds through peaceful farml<strong>and</strong> tothe border with Slovakia. It was only in 1993, after more than 75 years of relatively calm coexistence,that the Czech <strong>and</strong> Slovak Republics split. You arrive in the fortified capital of Bratislava by lunch time.Bratislava has not only been part of Czechoslovakia, but has also belonged to Austria <strong>and</strong> Hungaryduring its long history - in fact, for a time, it was even capital of Hungary. Time here to walk from thebanks of the Danube to the Old Town’s historic squares; all the while the four towered BratislavaCastle looms over the city. The Hungarian (<strong>and</strong> Austrian) border is only a proverbial stone’s throw away.Your destination is elegant Budapest, 'Queen of the Danube' - a gr<strong>and</strong> metropolis <strong>and</strong> once the secondcity of the mighty Hapsburg Empire! Hotel: Radisson SAS Beke. (BB,D)DAY 6 – BUDAPEST SIGHTSEEING. This morning a local guide acquaints you both Buda<strong>and</strong> Pest, divided by the river, yet linked by the mighty Chain Bridge <strong>and</strong> the newer, elegant ElizabethBridge. First stroll the quaint lanes of the old town of Buda, perched high above the Danube, lookingover the commercial <strong>and</strong> shopping centre of Pest. Admire the view from the Fisherman's Bastion, <strong>and</strong>visit Matthias Church, with its incredible interior decoration. Now enjoy another fine view from theold citadel on Gellert Hill, before crossing the Danube to the commercial Pest district. See thegr<strong>and</strong>iose Parliament building <strong>and</strong> imposing statues of the ancestors of the Hungarian people inHeroes’ Square. This afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps join the shoppers amid the boutiques of Vacistreet? In December, the street will be gaily lit <strong>and</strong> the Christmas fair will be in full swing! (BB)DAY 7 – BUDAPEST – VIENNA. A leisurely drive today returns you to Vienna for yourafternoon sightseeing tour with a local guide who will reveal all the highlights of this gr<strong>and</strong> city. Firsta visit the glorious Schonbrunn Palace, built as a summer residence for Maria Theresia during theGolden Age of the Hapsburg Empire. Now into the city centre to tour the Ring Street. Passmagnificent St Charles' church, the Vienna State Opera House, the soaring spires of the City Hall <strong>and</strong>the Parliament. Finally catch a glimpse of Strauss in the Stadtpark before free time for shopping thisafternoon. This evening, enjoy a Highlight Dinner at a local restaurant. Hotel: Hilton. (BB,HD)DAY 8 – RETURN TO CANADA. Transfers arrive at Vienna Airport at 07.00 <strong>and</strong> 09.00 hourswhere your tour ends. (BB)
8 Days ~ Austria ~ Czech Republic ~ Slovakia ~ Hungaryf Cesky KrumlovExplore the medieval cobbled streets, back lanes& arch covered footpaths of this charming townVisit the fortified Slovakian capital, BratislavaGermanyPol<strong>and</strong>PRAGUE(Day 3 <strong>and</strong> 4)TaborCzechRepublicBrnoCesky KrumlovSlovakiaf Schönbrunn PalaceA guided visit to one of the most importantBaroque structures in EuropeVIENNA(Day 2, 7 <strong>and</strong> 8)BratislavaBUDAPEST(Day 5 <strong>and</strong> 6)Enjoy wonderful views of BudapestAustriaHungaryEnjoy a farewell dinnerat a lively local restaurantKeyCENTRAL HOTELS & NIGHTSLOCALLY GUIDED TOURf PREMIUM HIGHLIGHTSHIGHLIGHT DINNERSEnjoy our f Premium Highlightsplus these extra tour featuresExcursions & SightsWalk within the walls of Prague Castle to visit St Vitus CathedralSee the Astronomical Clock in Prague’s Old Town SquareVisit the superb Matthias Church <strong>and</strong> enjoy views from Fisherman’s Bastion in BudaLook out over Budapest from the lofty heights of Gellert HillSee the gargantuan Parliament Building <strong>and</strong> visit Heroes’ Square in PestSee the Opera House, Parliament building & St Charles’ Church in ViennaGuided City ToursIndepth sightseeing tour in Prague, Budapest & ViennaOrientation tour of Cesky Krumlov<strong>Insight</strong>'s First Class ServicesEscorted by a professional Tour DirectorLuxury 40 seat touring coach with extra legroom & onboard toiletFirst Class hotels with all service charges, taxes <strong>and</strong> porterage<strong>Insight</strong> Traveler document wallet, map book journal <strong>and</strong> information packComplimentary transfers on Day 2 & Day 8 between the airport <strong>and</strong> your tour hotelQuality DiningHighlight Dinner in Vienna at a local restaurant (HD)6 buffet breakfasts (BB), 2 three course table d’hôte dinners, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)Starts - Ends L<strong>and</strong> Air+L<strong>and</strong>Canada Canada Only from †Nov 01-Nov 08 $1335 $2125Nov 15-Nov 22 $1335 $2125❄Nov 29-Dec 06 $1335 $2125❄Dec 06-Dec 13 $1335 $2125❄Dec 13-Dec 20 $1335 $21258 days from C$167 per daySupplementsSingle Room $330Pre & post tour accommodation in Vienna:Per person per night Twin Single TripleHilton Vienna $146 $211 $137NotesREF: W700. Prices are C$ per person sharing atwin room. *Departs & returns on Sunday. Allother tours depart & return on Saturdays.Visas are required for some Eastern <strong>European</strong>countries - check with your Travel Agent.* Dec 21-Dec 28 $1335 $2260Dec 27-Jan 03 $1335 $21252009Jan 03-Jan 10 $1335 $2125Jan 17-Jan 24 $1335 $2125Jan 31-Feb 07 $1335 $2125Feb 14-Feb 21 $1335 $2125Feb 28-Mar 07 $1335 $2125Mar 07-Mar 14 $1350 $2140Mar 14-Mar 21 $1350 $2275Mar 21-Mar 28 $1350 $2140Mar 28-Apr 04 $1350 $2140Reductions (See page 4)Share a Triple Room SAVE $40 p.p.Young Travelers 5-17 yrs SAVE up to $135Early Payment SAVE up to $68 p.p.Frequent TravelerSAVE 5% p.p.Extra Tour Discount SAVE up to $68 p.p.†All L<strong>and</strong> & Air PricesIncludes economy class transatlantic roundtrip air travel from Toronto. For supplementsfrom other Canadian gateways, see page 5.Christmas Market Departures ❄These departures have the opportunity to explore thecolourful Christmas markets in Prague & Vienna.f Included Premium Highlights are worth approx. C$97Exchange news, views <strong>and</strong> valuable travel information with other <strong>Insight</strong> travelers on our ‘Bulletin Board’ at www.insightvacations.com
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