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Best of Central Europe from Budapest - 15 Days

Tour start: Budapest
Minimum group size: 10 people
Tour end: Vienna
Language: English
Tour duration: 15 days
Recommended age: 10 to 80

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a picture — Join Group Tour Shop Budapest to Vienna tours for unforgettable Europe group tours! Over 15 days, experience top travel destinations and embrace the local culture, history and cuisine. Visit Budapest and discover the historic city perched along the Danube. Explore magical Ljubljana and embrace the Italian delights of Venice and Tuscany. Marvel at the views of the Swiss Alps, see iconic sights in Paris, cruise Amsterdam’s canals and journey to Germany’s Rhine Valley. Enjoy the best of Prague, Vienna and Budapest tours. Customise this group trip to perfection with exciting add-ons available daily!

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Intinerary

Day 1: Budapest

Welcome to Hungary and the start of this 15 day Central Europe group tour! Travel to Budapest where the group can arrange an airport transfer or a transfer from Vienna for a hassle-free arrival. Next, the group will meet up with the Group Tour Shop Tour Director for an overview on the upcoming trip. Afterward, the group can get to know Hungary’s capital city on a selection of Budapest tours! Explore the city with a local guide or embark on a sightseeing cruise and see highlights like Buda Castle, the Hungarian Parliament Building, Chain Bridge and more. Alternatively, take a dip in the city’s famous thermal baths! Make it a first night to remember with an add-on dinner in Budapest.

Day 2: Ljubljana

The tour travels to Slovenia today. Along the way, the group can choose from a number of great travel experiences! Why not visit a traditional Hungarian horse ranch, stop at Lake Balaton or explore the medieval halls of Visegrad Castle? Cross the border into Slovenia where the group could venture on a half-day mountain hiking excursion, have lunch in Maribor or admire the views of Lake Bled. Alternatively, the group can head straight to Ljubljana and embrace this fairytale-like city complete with dragons and castles! The group can enjoy a locally guided tour, visit the hill-top castle, explore Tivoli Park or indulge on a food tour of Ljubljana. Don’t miss the Slovenian Evening experience, it promises a night of dinner and dancing!

Day 3: Venice

This European adventure continues to Italy today. This morning, the group could choose to see more of Slovenia on a trip to the Postojna caves and castle. Afterward, hit the road - destination Venice! Along the way, stopovers are available in Trieste and Treviso - two beautiful Italian cities. Later, arrive in Venice, a top destination on Italy tours! Italy's famous floating city exudes romance, art and history! A locally guided tour is the best introduction to the city while the group can choose to enjoy an iconic Venetian experience on a gondola ride! See more of the city on a lagoon tour or learn about the Venetian art of glass blowing. This evening, why not try traditional local dishes at a Venetian dinner?

Day 4: Tuscany

Today, the tour heads towards Tuscany and there are a number of great stops along the way. The group could visit the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa - a bucket list site on tours in Italy! Historic cities Padova and Bologna are home to the oldest universities in Italy, while a stopover in Modena offers a balsamic vinegar tasting and a chance to visit the Enzo Ferrari Museum. A real highlight today is the opportunity to experience Florence! The group could explore with a local guide to see the Ponte Vecchio, Florence Cathedral and more, tour the Uffizi and Accademia Galleries or enjoy a wine, pizza and gelato tour. Sample more tastes of Tuscany during an add-on wine tasting and dinner tonight.

Day 5: Jungfrau Region

Look forward to magnificent views as the group makes the journey from Tuscany to the Swiss Alps! Several highlights of tours to Italy are on offer today. The group could visit Modena, Bologna or Parma which are excellent options for foodies, while Milan (Italy’s fashion capital) and Lake Como are incredibly popular stops on Italy tours. Travel through Northern Italy and cross the border to Switzerland. En route, the group will enjoy a scenic drive with views of quaint villages, sparkling lakes, Alpine forests and impressive mountains! Choose to stop in Bellinzona, Lugano, Locarno, or Altdorf before arriving in the Jungfrau Region which will be the group’s base for the next two nights.

Day 6: Jungfrau Region

Breathe in the crisp mountain air, it’s time for a free day in the Swiss Alps! The group is free to customise their Switzerland trip with a variety of activities available. The train trip to Jungfraujoch is highly recommended. The group will travel to the “top of Europe” and get to enjoy the snowy scenery and giant glaciers! Alternatively, see more of Switzerland. Visit Lucerne and see the gorgeous Old Town or visit Interlaken - the adventure sports capital of Switzerland! Other exciting excursions include a St. Beatus Caves tour, a cruise on Lake Thun or Lake Brienz and a visit to Ballenberg, a Swiss open-air museum. Wrap up today with delicious local fare at a fondue or Swiss family-style dinner.

Day 7: Paris

Wave farewell to Switzerland and say bonjour to France! Before leaving Switzerland, the group could stop in Lac de Neuchatel or Bern. Next, the group will travel through Burgundy, France’s beautiful wine region full of rolling vineyards and charming towns. Along the way, a visit to Dijon and a wine tasting and tour in Beaune are available. A half-day Burgundy experience is another great option. Later, the group will arrive in Paris, the famous “City of Lights!” The best way to see Paris is on a driving tour showcasing iconic sites like the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, River Seine and the Arc de Triomphe, or a locally guided tour. Why not complete the day with a Parisian dinner? Bon appetit!

Day 8: Paris

The group will enjoy a full day in Paris today. Make the most of a day in this popular travel destination which is famous for its romantic atmosphere, iconic sites, renowned museums, fashion, art and cuisine! Once again, a range of exciting activities are available today. The group could enjoy a sightseeing tour which includes a macaron tasting and a trip up Montparnasse Tower. Wander through Montmartre with a local guide and learn more about this artistic neighbourhood that is home to the breathtaking Sacré-Cœur church and famous Moulin Rouge. Savour the tastes of French food and wine at a dinner in Montmartre or central Paris before ending the day off on a glamorous note at a cabaret show!

Day 9: Amsterdam

Today, the tour continues to Amsterdam in the Netherlands, travelling through Belgium along the way. Belgium is a country overflowing with rich history, incredible art, museums and historic towns! It’s also the centre of Europe’s politics. The group can choose to visit the medieval city of Bruges, historic Ghent or the capital city Brussels. Wherever the group stops, be sure to try the local fare - Belgium is famous for its chocolate, waffles and beer! In the Netherlands, Rotterdam, Delft and Antwerp are fantastic cities to visit before the tour arrives in lively Amsterdam later! Get to know the city on an optional Amsterdam canal tour and choose to end the day with dinner in the heart of the city.

Day 10: Amsterdam

Discover what makes Amsterdam beloved by travellers from around the world on this free day! The city is famous for its canals, coffee shops, bicycles, museums and historic neighbourhoods. Experience Amsterdam travel highlights such as the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, the Moco Museum and the Anne Frank House. Cycle through the city or relax at a local cafe and try Dutch staples like stroopwafels, cheese and poffertjes. Enjoy top Netherlands tours available as add-on activities. Get out of the city on a Dutch countryside excursion, watch how locals create Dutch cheese and clogs or learn about Netherland’s history at the immersive “This is Holland” exhibition. As night falls, be sure to absorb the atmosphere of Amsterdam’s vibrant nightlife!

Day 11: Rhine Valley

Adventures in Germany are on the agenda today. Say farewell to Amsterdam and head for Germany’s beautiful Rhine Valley. On the way, admire views of the Dutch countryside where the group can stopover in Nijmegen - home to the oldest shopping street in the Netherlands. An informative half-day WWII is also available today. Alternatively, cross the border and visit Cologne or Düsseldorf in Germany. Later, the group will arrive in the Rhine Valley where they could cruise the Rhine River, taste authentic German wine or see how authentic German steins and cuckoo clocks are crafted. Better yet, do all three on a half-day tour of the Rhine Valley!

Day 12: Prague

Leave the stunning scenery of the Rhine Valley behind as the tour travels to Prague in the Czech Republic. Why not visit a couple of popular German destinations along the way? Frankfurt, Heidelberg, Würzburg and Bamberg are great options. Or, spend time in historic Nuremberg with a local guide or enjoy a Pilsner Urquell brewery tour! Across the border, choose to stop in Karlovy Vary, a beautiful Czech spa town, before arriving in Prague. The best way to explore this top travel destination is on a locally guided tour, visiting sites like Prague Castle, the Old Town, Charles Bridge, the Astronomical Clock Tower and more! The group can complete the day with a delicious local dinner.

Day 13: Prague

Make the most of a full day in Prague today! This city is renowned for its history, buildings and incredible scenery! The group can enjoy a variety of unique Prague experiences. Choose from a guided tour of Prague Castle, feel pampered at a beer spa, take in an authentic folk show, visit the Prague Zoo or head out of the city and visit the medieval city of Kutná Hora. Explore the city from the Vltava River - the interestingly named “Devil’s Channel Cruise” is an atmospheric trip through a fairytale-like area of Prague! This evening, the group can embrace one of the country’s most famous products - beer - on a pub crawl or take it easy on a romantic dinner cruise.

Day 14: Vienna

See more of the Czech Republic’s best places to visit before the tour arrives in Vienna, Austria later today. Visit Konopiště Castle, Brno or Český Krumlov. Add another country to the itinerary and visit the historic Slovakian capital, Bratislava. Highlights in this European city include Bratislava Castle, St. Martin's Cathedral and the Old Town Hall. Later, the group will arrive in Vienna, a city famous for its imperial palaces, grand museums, baroque architecture, classical music and delicious pastries! See the sights of Vienna on a driving tour or a locally guided tour before celebrating the end of this fantastic European adventure with a farewell dinner!

Day 15: Vienna

After 15 days and dozens of unforgettable destinations, this fantastic group tour of Europe comes to an end today. There is still time for more great Vienna tours and experiences this morning before the tour concludes. The group can choose to end the tour in Vienna or catch a transfer to Budapest. Other endpoint options such as Bratislava are available as add-ons - the group can personalise this day as they wish! If the group travels on to Budapest, choose to see even more Budapest travel highlights before saying farewell. Group Tour Shop wishes you a safe onward journey!

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