Best of Central Europe

Available Dates

• July 23rd - August 1st, 2024
• August 13th - 22nd, 2024

Suggested Itenerary

DAY 1 – ARRIVE PRAGUE, WELCOME AND ORIENTATION

After settling into the hotel, meet in the hotel lobby for a welcome and orientation meeting with your tour leader and fellow travelers.

Overnight: Prague (Czech Republic)
Note: Dinner is not included

DAY 2 – PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING
Breakfast at the hotel
Daily text discussion

Prague is known as the “city of a hundred spires“. It is a historic jewel of Central Europe. Our walking tour today will take you to the most important sights in Mala Strana (Strahov Library, Prague Castle, Golden Lane, Vrtba garden, Charles Bridge).
Our tour provides amazing documentation of the history of religion - we will see why the Czech Republic is rich in religious culture, but the least religious country in all of Central Europe.

Afternoon and evening is time for independent exploration.

Overnight: Prague (Czech Republic)
Included: Breakfast

DAY 3 – PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING
Breakfast at the hotel
Daily text discussion

We begin our day by visiting Prague’s most famous landmark - the Old Town Square. The square is one of the most historic sites from medieval Europe and includes the world-famous Astronomical Clock. We continue our tour by visiting Josefov (Jewish Quarter) with its fascinating history.

After lunch, we end our tour on Vltava river cruise.

Overnight: Prague (Czech Republic)
Included: Breakfast

DAY 4 – PRAGUE – VIENNA
Breakfast at the hotel
Daily text discussion

After breakfast we take the high-speed train from Prague directly to Vienna. Travel time is about 4 hours. Your hotel in Vienna is in walking distance of Vienna Central Station.

After settling into the hotel, you may want to start exploring Vienna on your own by following our Vienna walking tour suggestions and using your transport and museum passes. Your tour leader will provide you with suggestions for a self-guided walking tour.

Overnight: Vienna (Austria)
Included: Breakfast

DAY 5 – VIENNA SIGHTSEEING
Breakfast at the hotel
Daily text discussion

We begin our day with a walking tour in the historic center of Vienna. Our route will take you to the most important sights in the old town (St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Volksgarten, Parliament, Rathaus, Graben), as well as through romantic alleys and beautiful parks. The walking tour will help you to get a sense of the capital and give you a taste of its history and culture.

In the afternoon enjoy the visit to the Ephesus Museum (Neue Burg palace) and the Bible tour „Keep the Love You Had at First”.

Evening at leisure.

Overnight: Vienna (Austria)
Included: Breakfast

DAY 6 – VIENNA SIGHTSEEING
Breakfast at the hotel
Daily text discussion

We begin our day with a visit to Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens. Schönbrunn Palace is one of Europe's most beautiful Baroque complexes. From the 18th century to 1918, Schönbrunn was the residence of the Habsburg emperors. Maria Theresa, Emperor Franz Joseph, Empress Elisabeth (Sisi) and others once resided at Schönbrunn Palace. Due to its historical significance, its unique layout and magnificent furnishings, the palace is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
At evening you may enjoy a classical music concert and admire some of the world’s most beautiful pieces of music (optional).
Overnight: Vienna (Austria)
Included: Breakfast

DAY 7 – VIENNA – BUDAPEST
Breakfast at the hotel
Daily text discussion

After breakfast we will take the high-speed train from Vienna to Budapest. Travel time is about 3 hours. Your hotel in Budapest is in walking distance of Budapest Central Station.

After settling into the hotel, you may want to start exploring Budapest on your own by following our Budapest walking tour suggestions and using your transport pass. Your tour leader will provide you with suggestions for a self-guided walking tour.

Overnight: Budapest (Hungary)
Included: Breakfast

DAY 8 – BUDAPEST – THE BRANCH OFFICE OF JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES
Breakfast at the hotel
Daily text discussion

Budapest, the capital of Hungary, is considered by many to be the "Paris of the East."
In the morning we will visit Hungary Branch Office of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

In the afternoon we enjoy the informative sightseeing of Buda on the Danube’s west bank (Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion, Chain Bridge).
Overnight: Budapest (Hungary)
Included: Breakfast

DAY 9 – BUDAPEST
Breakfast at the hotel
Daily text discussion

Today we enjoy the informative sightseeing of Pest on the Danube’s east bank (Hungarian Parliament, Vorosmarty Ter, Gerbeaud’s, Vaci Street).
In the evening we enjoy a Danube River cruise with farewell dinner and the stunning landmarks and monuments of Budapest.
Overnight: Budapest (Hungary)
Included: Breakfast and Dinner

DAY 10 - DEPARTURE
Breakfast at the hotel and departures. End of tour.

NOTE: Our tour is physically active. We believe the best way to get to the heart of a city is on foot, surrounded by the people and the culture. For this reason, we do walking tours through most of the cities we visit. Expect to be on your feet, walking and standing, indoors and outdoors, and in all weather conditions. You will never be rushed from one attraction to the other. It is not recommended for physically challenged travelers who need assistance walking or those with limited stamina or mobility.

All itineraries are subject to adjustment as required. Confirmed, final and detailed itineraries (and additional important travel details) are posted on your Personal BCT Travel Desktop, approximately one month from departure.