Package Detail

After your arrival in Munich Airport you will be met at the arrivals gate by your driver, holding a sign board with your name, and you will be transferred to your hotel in Munich. Your tour leader will be at this hotel between 15:00 -17:00 hrs on the first day of the tour. 

The first day of the tour is our arrivals day. Meet your fellow travellers, and depending on what time you arrive, head into Munich and see the sights ahead of the start of your tour. A city that exhibits both prosperity and a certain amount of comfort and coziness, Munich’s apparent contradictions will delight the avid explorer. Along with modern high-powered industry, designer shopping districts and sleek BMWs, you’ll find a wealth of cultural hotspots in Munich. Even with all its smart sophistication, Munich has a certain charm that visitors find irresistible. Tonight, meet your fellow explorers and get to know them over a beer as we take you to a traditional German beer hall for dinner and to get a taste of German culture. Prost!

Experiences

German Beer Hall: On your first night we’ll take you to a traditional German Beer Hall. Sample German beer, along with traditional German cuisine. 

Meals Included: Dinner

Overnight: In Munich                         

Accommodation

Super 8 Munich City West

AZIMUT Hotel Munich City East or ECONTEL HOTEL Munich or Similar

Heading for the Slovenian capital, we stop at Salzburg on the way for a comfort stop. Featuring gorgeous architecture, a formidable cliff-top fortress and imposing cliffs in the distance, you could be forgiven for thinking that you were in a fairy tale. This was also Mozart’s home-town – see if a little of the genius rubs off! We also stop at Lake Bled for a photo stop. The lake is situated in the Julian Alps and surrounds Bled Island in the middle of the lake, and is overlooked by the medieval Bled Castle on the north shore. On arrival in Ljubljana, we’ll have a walking tour of this little gem of a city. Despite its small size, you’re sure to be entranced by the beauty of this city, which features a wealth of cultures, activities and sights. Ljubljana Castle overlooks the city, and dates back to the 16th Century.

Experiences

On our way to Ljubljana we stop off at Lake Beld for a photo stop. Then, on arrival in Ljubljana, we’ll have a walking tour of the city.

Optional Excursions

Slovenian Evening: 35 EURO PER PERSON

Experience an unforgettable show with live music, singing & dancing. The evening includes a welcome by a folkdance group in traditional costume, live Slovenian music and folklore show with national costumes, and dances from the different regions of Slovenia. You'll also enjoy a three course menu of delicious Slovenian dishes

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: In Ljubljana

Accommodation

Hotel Park Ljubljana

M Hotel or Similar

Today, you will be treated to some of the most picturesque natural landscapes in the whole of Europe as we’re off to Croatia, visiting the world-famous Plitvice Lakes National Park. Stroll along the boardwalks and marvel at the incredible natural scenery of Croatia’s largest national park. Filled with waterfalls, lush vegetation and countless lakes, this is one of the most beautiful stops on the tour, so keep your cameras handy! Once we’ve got an eyeful, and a full camera-load of shots, we'll head to our hotel in a beach resort near Split, for an included dinner and relaxing evening.

Experiences

We visit the world-famous Plitvice Lakes National Park. Filled with waterfalls, lush vegetation and countless lakes, this is one of the most beautiful stops on the tour. 

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight : In Split

Accommodation

Hotel Medena or Similar

As we make our way to Dubrovnik we'll stop off for a visit to Split, where you'll have time to stroll around this historic town, including the sprawling Diocletian’s Palace complex. Once we reach Dubrovnik, your tour leader will take you on an orientation tour of the old town. You will be acquainted with this stunning walled city, with a maritime history dating back to the Middle Ages. The city is a tapestry of spectacular architecture - including churches, monasteries, fountains and museums. Learn about the city’s history, stroll the marble streets, take a walk along the ancient city walls or try one of the many charming restaurants. You have plenty of time to explore, so don’t rush - you have a full free day tomorrow.

Experiences

Visit Split, Croatia's second-largest city, and have time to explore the highlights, including Diocletian’s Palace, a Unesco World Heritage site and impressive Roman monument.

Orientation walking tour of the old city. Learn about the city’s history, stroll the marble streets, take a walk along the ancient city walls or try one of the many charming restaurants.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight : In Dubronik

Accommodation

Hotel Adriatic or Similar

Take the time to explore the city further - with most of the main attractions located within the city walls in the ‘old town’, it is very easy to plan your day and navigate the streets. Want the best views of the ‘old town’ and islands? Catch the cable car to the top of Mount Srdj and enjoy! It is highly recommended for a scenic sunset photo or two. For those who really want to explore further afield, you can choose our optional excursion to Montenegro! Take a full day to experience one of Europe’s lesser-visited gems. Discover the natural beauty and rich history as we drive through charming countryside to the UNESCO Heritage listed town of Kotor. The old port of Kotor is surrounded by fortifications built during the Venetian period, and is a picturesque Mediterranean landscape. This day trip also includes photo stops at Verige and Perast, and a stop at the picturesque coastal town of Budva.

Optional Excursions

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight : In Dubronik

Leaving Dubrovnik behind, we travel on to Sarajevo, stopping on the way in the enchanting Balkan town of Mostar. Mostar is an enchanting and historical place, which offers a splattering of numerous religious buildings and churches, and a vast collection of Roman, Greek, Croatian and Ottoman influences. Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and has returned from the brink of destruction in the 90s, becoming famed for its East-meets-West atmosphere. Learn all about the city’s troubled past in a walking tour of this fascinating city.

Experiences

On arrival in Sarajevo we'll take a walking tour of the city.

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight : In Saravejo

Accommodation

Hotel Grand or Similar

Saying goodbye to Sarajevo, we make our way to the Serbian capital of Belgrade. We will enjoy a tour of the city with a local guide, who will introduce us to the city's highlights, including Republic Square, Bohemian Quarter (Skadarlija), Kalemegdan park and Belgrade fortress. A fascinating place, Belgrade radiates gritty exuberance in its many architectural contrasts with socialist blocks set amongst more grandiose buildings. After the walking tour we'll enjoy an included dinner, before some free time to explore the city.

Experiences

On arrival in Belgrade, we'll explore the city with an orientation tour.

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight: In Belgrade

Accommodation

Hotel Park Belgrade or Similar

Leaving Serbia behind we head for Hungary, making a stop at a farm in the traditional homeland of the Hungarian horse lords. Watch a traditional horse show where the locals demonstrate their equestrian skills. You will have the opportunity to try the world’s best Hungarian goulash, a rich and hearty beef stew, at an optional lunch hosted by the farm. We then travel onward to Budapest. With a great mix of natural beauty and art nouveau architecture, this is a city to behold. Embark on an evening driving tour to get an overview of the city. Travel across the mighty Danube and make a stop at the Fisherman’s Bastion for spectacular views across the river to the Parliament Building and St Stephen’s basilica. Take note of all the spots to revisit tomorrow on your free day!

Experiences

Experience a Hungarian horse show. Located on the Great Hungarian Plain, this farm has more than 100 horses as well as bison, sheep and donkeys. Enjoy the show as man and beast perform together in a spectacular horse show. These traditional techniques stretch back hundreds of years to when the Hungarian’s were nomadic horsemen.

Take a driving tour of Budapest. In the evening we meet up with our local guide to take us on a driving tour of this fabulous city pointing out places of interest and imparting their local knowledge and history. You will drive through the city and see Budapest Parliament, St Stephen Basilica, the State opera, Castle District, and stop off at Heroes Square.  We then drive along Andrassy Avenue crossing the river to stop at Matthias Church and Fisherman's Bastion area.

Optional Excursions

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Overnight: In Budapest

Accommodation

Ibis Budapest City

Ibis Budapest Centrum

IBIS Budapest City south or Similar

With traces of the past evident in the interesting and unusual details, this is your chance to get up close and personal with Budapest. Look out for remnants of the conflicts of WWII and the uprising of 1956, try Hungarian cuisine (so much more to it than just goulash), sample world-renowned wines, and soak your weary rambler’s bones in one of the city’s bath-houses – something Budapest has been known for since the Roman times, with some 123 thermal and 400 mineral springs from 14 different sources. Then, maybe catch the sunset with an evening stroll along the Danube.

Optional Excursions

Meals Included: Breakfast 

Overnight: In Budapest

Accommodation

Ibis Budapest City

Ibis Budapest Centrum

IBIS Budapest City south or Similar

Leaving Budapest behind, we head for the grandeur of Vienna. Along the way we'll stop off in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Your tour leader will take you on an orientation tour to see some of the main sights, including a photostop at Bratislava Castle, which overlooks the city. On arrival in Vienna we’ll take a driving tour of the city. Few cities can show off such cultural and historical splendour and maintain a profile as an exciting, modern city, but Vienna does it well. Along with a musical past that includes luminaries like Mozart, Beethoven and Brahms, and artworks by masters like Klimt, Schiele and Kokoschka, Vienna has a buzzing modern culinary scene, cheerful, bustling pubs and bars, and a host of clubs and music venues in which to dance the night away.

Experiences

Bratislava comfort stop. Enjoy time to explore the capital of Slovakia. Your tour leader will take you on an orientation tour to see some of the main sights, including a photostop at Bratislava Castle, which overlooks the city.

Driving and walking tour of Vienna. Discover the courtyards and passages around the Hofburg (Imperial Castle) and St. Stephen’s Cathedral which is Vienna’s geographic and historic centre. You will also see the Parliament and the Danube river on this tour.

Optional Excursions

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight: In Vienna

Accommodation

Fourside Hotel Vienna City Central

Courtyard by Marriott Wien Schoenbrunn or Similar

On the way to Prague today, we will be visiting Mauthausen concentration camp, where we’ll learn about a darker chapter in Europe’s history. A labour camp during the Second World War, this was where hundreds of thousands of political prisoners lost their lives. We’ll also take a comfort stop in ?eský Krumlov. Blessed with a spectacular castle and a wealth of Renaissance and Baroque architecture, ?eský Krumlov is often thought of as a sort of mini-Prague. On arrival in Prague, we’ll take a walking tour of this incredible city, which since freeing itself from communism has joined other European jewels like Paris, Rome and Amsterdam to take its place as one of Europe’s most fascinating destinations. Famous for its art, architecture, cobbled lanes and ancient chapels, this is also home to some of Europe’s finest beer. Your local tour guide will proudly escort you through the historic streets, pointing out the features of the ‘Old Town’, Primatial Palace, Slovak National Theatre and the Main Square. For dinner, experience authentic Czech cuisine at our local restaurant on your first night in Prague.

Experiences

On the way to Prague today, we will be visiting Mauthausen concentration camp, where we’ll learn about a darker chapter in Europe’s history. A labour camp during the Second World War, this was where hundreds of thousands of political prisoners lost their lives.

Once in Prague we'll take in the sights and sounds of the city with a guided walking tour.

Prague Dinner - Experience authentic Czech cuisine at our local restaurant on your first night in Prague, the history of this restaurant dates back hundreds of years and it is a favourite place for locals as well as our Expat Explore groups. You will also have the option to try the famous Czech Beer, Budweiser anyone?

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight: In Prague

Accommodation

Hotel Duo or Similar

Today, take the time to explore, perhaps revisiting some of the sights you saw on your walking tour. Sample the local cuisine (including the much-lauded and hugely varied beers), visit art galleries, admire the weird and witty sculpture that adorns the city’s public spaces, and marvel at the soaring gothic and baroque architecture. Highlights of the day might include the majestic Prague Castle, the famous Charles Bridge, the ‘Old Town’ and the Jewish Quarter. For those who wish to put your stamp on the city, visit legendary Lennon wall - a tribute to John Lennon and words of peace, which is added to on a daily basis by the thousands of visitors to the city.

Attractions to discover in your free time

Optional Excursions

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight: In Prague

Accommodation

Hotel Duo or Similar

On our way back to Munich, we take a comfort stop in Nuremberg. Bavaria’s second-largest city, you’ll find incredible architecture here, painstakingly restored using original stone after the bombings of the Second World War. Your last night of the tour sees you back in Munich for you to enjoy as you see fit. Relax in your hotel, get together with your new-found friends from the tour for a farewell dinner, or maybe revisit one of the beer halls that welcomed you so warmly at the beginning of your adventure.

Experiences

On our way back to Munich we take a comfort stop in the beautiful medieval town of Nuremberg.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: In Munich

Accommodation

Super 8 Munich City West

AZIMUT Hotel Munich City East

ECONTEL HOTEL Munich or Similar

The tour concludes today after breakfast. After the breakfast we will transfer you to Munich Airport for your home bound flight.

Meals included: Breakfast

Highlights of the Tour:

• Dinner in a traditional German Beer hall 
• Photo stop at Lake Bled, Slovenia 
• Walking tour of Ljubljana, capital of Slovenia 
• Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park 
• Visit Split; explore the most iconic sights
• Join an orientation tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town
• Take a walking tour of Sarajevo
• Orientation tour of Belgrade, capital of Serbia 
• Experience a traditional Hungarian horse show
• Take a driving tour of Budapest 
• Stop and explore capital of Slovakia, Bratislava 
• Take a driving and walking tour of Vienna, Austria
• Visit Mauthausen concentration camp 
• Guided walking tour in Prague, Czech Republic
• Traditional dinner in Prague
• Stop in the medieval town of Nuremberg