During this wonderfully varied eight-day tour you will have time to enjoy fully the must-see sights of two of Europe’s most alluring capital cities and also follow the most romantic stretch of the serene River Danube, the enchanting Wachau with its steep forest and vine-clad cliffs.
There are also visits to the baroque monastery of Melk, and the medieval gem of Ceske Krumlov - one of central Europe’s most beautiful and unspoilt towns – and all around the unspoilt, bucolic beauty of the Bohemian countryside. It is a bewitching mix of two sophisticated cities, history and culture that offers a banquet of delightful experiences for the discerning traveller.
The price of this holiday is per person based on two people sharing a twin room. Single rooms are subject to availability at the supplement in the price panel above. The price includes: return scheduled flights; all airport transfers and taxes; seven nights four-star accommodation as mentioned with breakfast and three dinners; guided tours of Cesky Crumlov and Vienna; two sightseeing tours of Prague; guided visit of Melk Abbey; entrance to Durnstein Basilica; entrance and tour of Budvar Brewery; guided tour and visit of Vienna’s Schönbrunn Palace; all transport as mentioned; services of Riviera tour manager.
Day 1
Fly to Prague.
Day 2
After breakfast we take a short drive through some lovely countryside, followed by a guided tour of historic Cesky Krumlov, we return to Ceske Budejovice for our visit of the historic brewery!
Day 3
This morning we head nto Austria, for a visit to Melk’s stunning monastery, then onto historic Durnstein, here you can wander where your feet take you.
Day 4
This morning we have a guided tour of Vienna and its wonderful buildings, galleries, churches and palaces. This afternoon you are free to explore as you wish.
Day 5
This morning we have a guided tour of the 18th century Schönbrunn, the Hapsburg’s summer residence. This afternoon we take the scenic journey to Prague.
Day 6
This morning is dedicated to an in depth guided tour of Prague’s wonderful medieval old town, with its abundance of architectural splendours. This afternoon you can explore further.
Day 7
This morning’s guided tour is to Hradcany, Prague’s spectacular Castle and Cathedral Complex and the centre of political power for a thousand years. This afternoon you are free to explore once more.
Day 8
Return home.