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On Monday depart U.S.A.
for Warsaw, Poland
Day 1/Tue - WARSAW. Arrive in Warsaw
Upon arrival in Warsaw, the capital of Poland, you
will be met and transferred to your hotel. There is plenty of time to relax
before meeting your fellow travelers and tour director.
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 and 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 relaxing, shopping, and a stroll through the city or an optional
late afternoon Chopin concert.
Day 3/Thu - KRAKOW. This morning, journey to Czestochowa, known for the blackened
picture of St. Mary in the Jasna Gora Monastery, popularly called the
"Black Madonna". In the afternoon, there is time for an optional
side trip to one of the most somber memorials of the past, Auschwitz.
End your day in Krakow.
Day 4/Fri - KRAKOW. Your sightseeing tour starts with a visit to
the Wawel Hill, viewing the Royal
Castle and visiting the
Royal Cathedral. Enjoy a 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 a stroll around the city.
Day 5/Sat - PRAGUE. After a drive
through the Polish countryside, cross the borders of Slovakia and Czech Republic. Then, on to Prague, with its
Baroque churches, promenades, parks and ancient city walls.
Day 6/Sun - PRAGUE. Built
on the seven hills more than 1000 years ago and situated on both banks of the
Vltava River,
Prague is one of the most attractive cities in
Europe. Your city tour starts with a
panoramic drive to the famous Wenceslas
Square, the Strahov Stadium and the Castle Square. On
a walking tour, visit the Royal Castle of Hradcany, St. Vitus Cathedral, Royal Palace
and Loretto Church. Cross the Charles Bridge and
walk through the old quarter of Prague to view the Jewish Ghetto, Town Hall
and the world famous Astronomical Clock. The balance of the day is free. An
optional visit to a cultural performance will be available.
Day 7/Mon - VIENNA. Today's destination is Vienna,
the "City of Waltz", and one of Europe's loveliest cities.
Day 8/Tue - VIENNA. On
your morning sightseeing tour, visit the Hofburg
Palace, once the seat of the
Austro-Hungarian Empire, and view the Belvedere Palace,
Prater amusement park, the UN buildings, St. Stephen's Cathedral and other
vivid reminders of the city's imperial history. Afternoon is at leisure.
Farwell dinner in a local restaurant.
Day 9/Wed - VIENNA. Transfer to the airport
for your departure flight.
YOUR HOTELS:
WARSAW - Holiday Inn
KRAKOW - Novotel Centrum
PRAGUE
- Diplomat
VIENNA
- Savoyen/Ananas
For reservations complete Reservation Form or call: 1-800-388-0988
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