Harmony of Central Europe

Harmony of Central Europe

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Harmony of Central Europe

13 Days Starting in Prague, Czech Republic and ending in Warsaw, Poland

Visiting: Prague, Český Krumlov, Melk, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Low Tatras, Oravsky Hrad, Kraków, Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial, Warsaw

Tour operator:

Luxury Gold

Tour code:

G270ZM20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

10 - 18

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-99

Special diets catered:

Please advise request

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Luxury

Interests:

Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, History

Activities:

Art Galleries & Museums, Sightseeing

From: $8425 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 25-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on the "Harmony of Central Europe" tour, a luxurious journey through the heart of Europe, visiting the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, and Poland. Begin in Prague, exploring its historic Jewish Quarter and sampling local craft beers. Discover the medieval charm of Ceský Krumlov and the grandeur of Vienna's Imperial Treasury. In Budapest, enjoy a private Danube cruise and Michelin-star dining. Experience the poignant history of Kraków and the solemnity of Auschwitz. Conclude in Warsaw, where you can explore the vibrant Old Town and enjoy a Chopin recital. With exceptional dining experiences and personalized activities, this tour offers an unforgettable exploration of Central Europe's rich cultural tapestry.

Highlights

  • Explore the Jewish Quarter in Prague, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its well-preserved collection of Jewish monuments and six beautiful synagogues.

  • Visit the Imperial Treasury in Vienna's Hofburg Palace to see the crown of Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne.

  • Enjoy a private evening cruise along the Danube in Budapest, with views of the city's grand buildings illuminated at night.

  • Tour the neo-Gothic Parliament Building in Budapest and see the Holy Crown of Hungary.

  • Explore the medieval town center of Bratislava and see the restored Baroque-period Bratislava Castle.

  • Visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial to pay respects and learn about its historical significance.

  • Discover Warsaw's reconstructed Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit the Royal Castle.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome to Prague

Location: Prague

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: NH Collection Prague Carlo IV

Meals Included: Dinner

Arriving at your luxury hotel by private chauffeur for your Europe luxury tour, you’ll be welcomed into your opulent surroundings before dinner.

Day 2: The City of a Hundred Spires Relaxed Start

Location: Prague

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: NH Collection Prague Carlo IV

Meals Included: Breakfast

Indulge in a Relaxed Start, with the option of breakfast-in-bed room service. Tour Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Astronomical Clock with a Local Expert. Take a guided walk through the Jewish Quarter or learn about the Czech craft beer scene.

Day 3: Prague to Český Krumlov Relaxed Start

Location: Prague, Český Krumlov

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Růže, Český Krumlov.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Journey through scenic Bohemia to medieval Český Krumlov. Marvel at the castle’s Gothic elements, marbled pink exterior and six-storey tower. Enjoy a night in this charming town.

Day 4: Melk Abbey and Vienna

Location: Melk, Vienna

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Cross the border to explore Melk’s historic hilltop Abbey. In Vienna, the doors of the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace open for a VIP, after-hours visit.

Day 5: Vienna Your Way Relaxed Start

Location: Vienna

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Savour another Relaxed Start before viewing glittering treasures at the Imperial Treasury in Hofburg Palace or touring the Baroque palace of Belvedere. Relish a concert of Mozart and Strauss with front row seats and a glass of sparkling wine.

Day 6: Bratislava and Budapest, Grand Dames on the Danube

Location: Bratislava, Budapest

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Kozmo Hotel Suites & Spa Budapest

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

In Bratislava, explore the medival town centre. Onward to Budapest where you will enjoy a decadent Hungarian dinner, followed by views of the famous city as you sip sparkling wine on a private cruise along the Danube.

Day 7: The Jewel Box of Budapest

Location: Budapest

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Kozmo Hotel Suites & Spa Budapest

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Tour Budapest’s sights including a guided tour of the neo-gothic Pariament Building and watch pastry artists at the First Strudel House of Pest before visiting Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church. Dine at Michelin-starred Borkonyha Winekitchen.

Day 8: The Low Tatra and Kraków

Location: Low Tatras, Oravsky Hrad, Kraków

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Stradom House, Krakow.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Pass the small villages of the Low Tatras and pause to view Oravsky Hrad, an imposing castle dating back to prehistoric times. Explore the former Jewish Quarter and view the oldest synagogue in Krakow and the most important religious centre in the neighbourhood. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 9: Exploring Kraków Relaxed Start

Location: Kraków

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Stradom House, Krakow.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Explore the Nowa Huta steel district, home to the vintage Trabant car or visit the final resting place of the Kings of Poland.

Day 10: Auschwitz

Location: Kraków, Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial, Kraków

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Stradom House, Krakow.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Pay your respects on a visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial.

Day 11: On to Warsaw

Location: Kraków, Warsaw

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Bristol, Warsaw.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Continue to Warsaw where restored Gothic and Communist architecture combines with a vibrant café culture, offering you plenty to uncover. Your hotel is ideally situated in the heart of the city. Stroll through the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 12: Exploring Warsaw and Chopin Relaxed Start

Location: Warsaw

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Bristol, Warsaw.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Explore Warsaw’s sights or discover this progressive city through the eyes of a local. This evening, delight in a Chopin recital before dining on traditional Polish fare.

Day 13: Depart Warsaw

Location: Warsaw

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Bid farewell and transfer to Warsaw Airport for your onward journey from your Prague to Warsaw luxury tour.

What's Included

  • Private Chauffeur

    Arrive at your luxury hotel by private chauffeur for your Europe luxury tour.

  • Guided Tours

    Enjoy guided tours with Local Experts in various cities including Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Kraków, and Warsaw.

  • VIP Experiences

    Experience VIP after-hours visit to Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna.

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What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and optional activities are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.

  • Flights

    International and domestic flights are not included in the tour package.

Dining Summary

  • 6 Dinner (D)
  • 12 Breakfast (B)

    • Additional Included Highlights

  • Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
  • In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.  ?
  • Included at all hotels.
  • Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
  • Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
  • On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.?
  • Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.
  • Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
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    Curated Experiences

  • Vienna: Indulge your senses without the crowds during a special VIP after-hours visit to the magni?cent Schonbrunn Palace. With a Local Expert, stand beneath frescoed ceilings, crystal chandeliers and gilded Rococo frames, where Mozart performed as a six-year-old prodigy.

    • Magnificent Stays

  • Vienna State Opera: The luxurious Grand Hotel Wien is a true reflection of Vienna's opulent and regal history. It's conveniently central location places it just a few minutes walk from the Vienna State Opera and famed shopping street of Kärntner Straße. Spacious guest rooms are decorated with traditional, antique-style furnishings, you'll truly feel as if you're staying in a palace.

    • Passport Moments

  • Prague: Immerse yourself in the architecture and atmosphere of Prague Castle as a Local Expert relays fascinating details from its thousand-year history. Accompany them into St Vitus Cathedral where colourful stained-glass windows pour filtered light into its many chapels.
  • Prague: Marvel at the intricate detail of Prague’s famous Astronomical Clock and its hourly procession of moving parts, which have delighted witnesses for over six hundred years. Watch as the clock’s parade of apostles mark time on the Old Town Hall.
  • Cesky Krumlov: Step through the cobbled streets of Ceský Krumlov and feel the history around you. Discover the 13th-century castle at the heart of the town as a Local Expert regales you with tales of this most important European site.
  • Melk District: Stroll around the baroque masterpiece that is Melk Abbey as a guide talks you through its fascinating history. See the 16,000-volume collection in the main library and gaze up at the Paul Troger fresco on the hall ceiling.
  • Vienna: Discover historic Vienna as your Travel Concierge shows you the Baroque streetscapes and imperial palaces of Austria’s national capital. Find the locations of the city’s most notable landmarks to ready yourself fully for further explorations.
  • Vienna: Take your front-row seat in a historic Viennese concert hall and let the timeless music of Johann Strauss and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart fill the room as you sip on sparkling wine and experience an unforgettable Austrian evening.
  • Bratislava: Join your passionate Local Expert for a walk around the Slovakian capital’s Old Town, and see the restored Baroque-period Bratislava Castle that stands over the city, with its striking red turrets.
  • Budapest: Embark on a private evening cruise along the majestic Danube and sip freshly poured sparkling wine. Witness the most breathtaking architectural vista as grand buildings from both sides of the city are lit up in the night.
  • Budapest: Visit the stunning neo-Gothic Parliament Building with your Local Expert and see the Holy Crown of Hungary. Inaugurated for the millennial celebrations of Hungarian statehood in 1896, it is still the largest building in the country.
  • Budapest: During sightseeing with your Local Expert, you will be chauffeured along elegant boulevards to see the Hungarian State Opera House, one of the most beautiful neo-Renaissance buildings in Europe, where composer Gustav Mahler was once director.
  • Budapest: See Budapest’s Liberty Statue presiding over the city on Gellért Hill and the Citadel in its shadow. Erected 96 years apart, the proud structures represent two sides of Budapest's history - one to suppress Hungarian independence and one to celebrate it.
  • Oravsky Podzamok: Take a moment on your journey to Kraków to enjoy the breathtaking sight of Oravský Hrad. Look up to the striking Renaissance and neo-gothic castle which dominates the scenery like an eagle’s nest on its rocky perch.
  • Kraków: Join you Travel Concierge for an orientation of Kraków. Pass through the city’s former Jewish Quarter and see locations from the epic seven-time Oscar-winning movie, Schindler’s List.
  • Auschwitz: Pay your respects at the Auschwitz memorial and walk beneath the infamous gateway to the museums housed in the former prison blocks. Learn about the role this concentration camp played during World War II and understand the impact on postwar Europe.
  • Warsaw: Attend a piano recital to begin your evening with a flourish. Hear an accomplished player relay the expressive grace of Poland’s most famous composer and virtuoso, Frédéric Francois Chopin, in the stylish surroundings of Warsaw.
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    Personalise your day

  • Prague: Continue the exploration of Prague on a guided walk through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992, Josefov, the Jewish Quarter of Prague, is one of the most popular sites in the city. This historical complex has a torrid history but is also the best preserved collection of Jewish monuments in Europe and home to six beautiful synagogues.
  • Prague: Relax in one of the oldest houses of the city and sample craft beers paired with Czech savoury specialities.
  • Vienna: Visit the Imperial Treasury in the Hofburg Palace with a Local Expert and learn about Vienna's regal history. See the invaluable riches including the crown of Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne.
  • Vienna: Head to the Baroque palaces of Belvedere, housing priceless art like Gustav Klimt's The Kiss.
  • Kraków: Explore Nowa Huta, the steel district of Krakow while you learn about life behind the Iron Curtain just a few decades ago. See a vintage Trabant, an East German car widely used in the Communist era.
  • Kraków: Let a knowledgeable Local Expert take you through the poignant history of Kraków. Pass through the city’s former Jewish Quarter and visit Wawel Cathedral, the site that has crowned almost every Polish king and queen throughout history.
  • Warsaw: Explore Warsaw with your engaging Local Expert. Visit the bronze Chopin monument, a tribute the 19th century composer, in the Royal Baths Park, then pass by the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto monument, while hearing about the historic uprising. Explore the reconstructed, colourful Old Town, the home to the Royal Castle.
  • Warsaw: Join a Local Expert for the discovery of the progressive city and learn about where the traditionalist Poland is headed in the 21st century.
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    Mode of Transport

    Travel in style with private chauffeur services and seamless transfers throughout your journey, ensuring a comfortable and luxurious experience as you explore the stunning landscapes and historic cities of Central Europe.

    Accommodation

    Experience luxury at its finest with stays at the NH Collection Prague Carlo IV, Hotel Ruže in Ceský Krumlov, Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel, Kozmo Hotel Suites & Spa Budapest, Stradom House in Krakow, and Hotel Bristol in Warsaw, each offering opulent surroundings and exceptional service.

    Check out our Q&As

    • What unique experiences are included in the Vienna portion of the tour?

      In Vienna, you will have a VIP after-hours visit to the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, where you can enjoy the frescoed ceilings and crystal chandeliers without the crowds. You will also have the option to view the glittering treasures at the Imperial Treasury in Hofburg Palace or tour the Baroque palace of Belvedere. Additionally, you can enjoy a concert of Mozart and Strauss with front row seats and a glass of sparkling wine.

    • What can I expect during the visit to Budapest?

      In Budapest, you will enjoy a decadent Hungarian dinner followed by a private cruise along the Danube with views of the city as you sip sparkling wine. You will also tour the neo-gothic Parliament Building and watch pastry artists at the First Strudel House of Pest. The tour includes a visit to Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church, and dining at the Michelin-starred Borkonyha Winekitchen.

    • What activities are available in Kraków?

      In Kraków, you can explore the Nowa Huta steel district and learn about life behind the Iron Curtain, or visit the final resting place of the Kings of Poland. You will also pass through the city's former Jewish Quarter and visit Wawel Cathedral, which has crowned almost every Polish king and queen throughout history.

    • What is included in the Prague segment of the tour?

      In Prague, you will tour Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, and the Astronomical Clock with a Local Expert. You have the option to take a guided walk through the Jewish Quarter or learn about the Czech craft beer scene. You will also have the opportunity to relax in one of the oldest houses in the city and sample craft beers paired with Czech savory specialties.

    • What is the significance of the visit to Auschwitz?

      The visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial is a chance to pay your respects and learn about the role this concentration camp played during World War II. It provides an understanding of the impact on postwar Europe and includes walking beneath the infamous gateway to the museums housed in the former prison blocks.

    • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

      Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.

    • Which countries does Luxury Gold visit?

      We offer incredible luxury trips in Europe, North America, South America, Hawaii, South-East Asia, the Indian sub-continent (including India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka), Australia and New Zealand.

    • What other modes of transport does Luxury Gold use?

      A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.

    • Who travels with Luxury Gold?

      We are delighted to welcome guests who have a shared love of travel, adventure, entertainment and exploration. A mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends and family join us from all over the English-speaking world.

    • What is the role of the Well-Being Director?

      Working closely together with your Travelling Concierge, the Well-Being Director* will help make sure all necessary protocols are followed to ensure the health and wellbeing of all our guests. This includes our enhanced screening and hygiene protocols, complying with distancing and other requirements set by government authorities. They are also there to support our guests & answer any questions.

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