HEART OF CENTRAL EUROPE - 2008

Warsaw-Krakow-Prague-Vienna: 9 days/8 nights

STARTING DATES IN WARSAW 

May 20 - May 28
June 10 - June 18
July 1 - July 9
July 22 - July 30
August 12 - August 20
September 2 - September 10
September 23 - October 1
October 14 - October 22

TOUR COST: $1,488 dbl. ($598 sgl.suppl.).  Airfare not included.
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On Monday depart USA for Warsaw.
DAY 1/TUE - ARRIVE WARSAW.
Arrive in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day at leisure. (D)
DAY 2/WED - WARSAW.
This 700 year old capital of Poland is a symbol of nationhood and the will to survive against great odds. A sightseeing tour here includes a drive along the famous Royal Route from magnificent Castle Square to Lazienki Park with its Palace, summer residence of the last King of Poland. Pass by the Palace of Science and Culture (known as a "wedding cake"), the Saxon gardens, the Tomb of the unknown Soldier, Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto and the Barbican. Continue with the walking tour of the Old Town, Old Market Square and St. John's Cathedral. The rest of the day is free for shopping, a stroll through the city or an optional late afternoon Chopin concert. (B)
DAY 3/THU - WARSAW/Czestochowa/Auschwitz/KRAKOW.
During the morning journey to Krakow we stop in Czestochowa, known for the blackened picture of St. Mary in the Jasna Gora Monastery, popularly called the "Black Madonna". After the lunch break (on your own), we proceed to Krakow. During the journey, there is time for an optional side trip to one of the most somber memorials of our past, Auschwitz. We end our day Krakow. (B,D)
DAY 4/FRI - KRAKOW.
Sightseeing will start with a visit to the Wawel Hill, viewing the Royal Castle and visiting the Royal Cathedral. Enjoy the walking tour of the Old Town where you will visit the Main Market Square, Renaissance Cloth Hall and St. Mary's Church. The afternoon is free for strolling around the city on your own. (B)
DAY 5/SAT - KRAKOW/PRAGUE.
After a drive through the Polish countryside, we cross the border of Slovakia, Czech Republic and then on to Prague, with its Baroque churches, promenades, and ancient city walls. (B,D)
DAY 6/SUN - PRAGUE.
Built on the seven hills more than 1000 years ago and situated on the both banks of Vltava River, Prague is one of the most attractive cities in the world. Your city tour starts with panoramic drive to the Wenceslav Square, the Strahov Stadium and the Castle Square. During a walking tour visit the Royal Castle of Hradcany with its Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral, Royal Palace and Loretto Church. Then over the Charles Bridge, dating back to 1400s to view the Jewish Ghetto and see the world famous Astronomical Clock. The balance of the day is free for an optional cultural performance. (B)
DAY 7/MON - PRAGUE/VIENNA.
Today's destination is Vienna, the "City of the Waltz", and one of Europe's loveliest cities. (B)
DAY 8/TUE - VIENNA.
Our morning sightseeing tour features the Hofburg, once the seat of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the Belvedere Palace, views of Prater amusement park, UN buildings, St. Stephen's Cathedral and other vivid reminders of the city's imperial history. Tonight we'll feast on traditional Heurigen dinner with the entertainment in the charming suburb of Neustift. (B,D)
DAY 9/WED - DEPART VIENNA.
After breakfast we transfer to the airport, where we board our homeward bound flight. (B)

 

HOTELS:
WARSAW - Holiday Inn
KRAKOW - Novotel Centrum
PRAGUE - Diplomat
VIENNA - Ananas or Savoy

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