Hidden Treasures of Europe

Sept. 5-14, 2010
$2449.00 per person (double occupancy), including air on British Airways

See some of Europe's most beautiful cities on this exciting Globus vacation. Start in Germany's once-divided capital of Berlin, with guided sightseeing that includes a visit to the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. South to marvel at the baroque splendor of Dresden, then enjoy sightseeing in magnificent Prague that features the 1,000-year-old Hradcany Castle grounds. Stop in Bratislava, the economic and political center of the Slovak Republic, on your way to Budapest for guided sightseeing that includes Fishermen's Bastion and the 13th-century Matthias Coronation Church. Arrive in Vienna, with guided sightseeing of the major sights and a visit to St. Stephen's Cathedral. The vacation ends in Vienna, where optional excursions are available to Schönbrunn Palace, the Vienna Woods, or a concert at a Vienna concert hall.

Itinerary

Sept. 5
Board your overnight transatlantic flight.

Sept. 6 -- Arrive in Berlin, Germany
Time to rest and start exploring the capital of reunified Germany. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)

Sept. 7 -- Berlin
Sightseeing with a Local Guide in the once-divided metropolis includes the Ku'damm, the restored Reichstag, Charlottenburg Palace, the 210-foot Victory Column in the vast Tiergarten Park, a picture stop at monumental Brandenburg Gate, and a visit to the KAISER WILHELM MEMORIAL CHURCH. Drive along Unter Den Linden Boulevard, pass the German State Opera House and Checkpoint Charlie. The afternoon is free and an optional excursion to historic Potsdam is available. Tonight is your chance to sample Berlin's fine restaurants and nightlife! (Breakfast)

Sept. 8 -- Berlin-Dresden-Prague, Czech Republic
South through the area that used to belong to the "other part" of Germany. Enjoy a walk through Dresden, the former capital of Saxony. Badly damaged by Allied bombing in February 1945, the city has since been restored to its baroque splendor. You'll love the architecture of the Zwinger Palace and Semper Opera! Then, head for Bohemia and the Czech capital of Prague. This evening, why not join an optional outing to explore Prague by night? (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sept. 9 -- Prague
Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide features a visit to the 1,000-year-old HRADCANY CASTLE GROUNDS, ST. VITUS CATHEDRAL, the Old Town, the Jewish ghetto, and the ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK, once the envy of all Europe. Afterwards, you may want to mix with the locals in Wenceslaus Square. This evening, why not join an optional dinner outing? (Breakfast)

Sept. 10 -- Prague-Bratislava, Slovakia-Budapest, Hungary
(Fri.) Into Moravia, where Napoleon established his headquarters during the Battle of Austerlitz. Around lunchtime you reach Bratislava, the economic and political center of the Slovak Republic. Later, follow the course of the Danube River to Budapest. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Sept. 11 -- Budapest
Your Local Guide takes you through Eastern Europe's most cosmopolitan city. See elegant Andrassy Avenue, the Thermal Baths, and the world's second-largest Jewish synagogue. From the lacy lookout towers of Fishermen's Bastion, enjoy a panoramic view of the sprawling city. Then, visit the 13th-century MATTHIAS CORONATION CHURCH and Heroes' Square. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight, a delectable optional Hungarian specialty dinner can be arranged. (Breakfast)

Sept. 12 -- Budapest-Vienna, Austria
This morning, drive through the Hungarian plains to Vienna, once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire. Meet your Local Guide and start your afternoon sightseeing with vistas of Prater Park with its giant Ferris wheel, and the United Nations City on the banks of the Danube River. Then, drive along Ring Boulevard, pass the State Opera House, the Jewish quarter, and stop at the Hofburg Palace, winter residence of the Austrian Imperial family. Marvel at the impressive courtyards and famous Heldenplatz and visit awesome ST. STEPHEN'S CATHEDRAL. (Breakfast)

Sept. 13 -- At Leisure in Vienna
A whole day at leisure gives you the opportunity to join optional excursions to the Vienna Woods, historical Schönbrunn Palace, or to just explore this magnificent city on your own. An optional farewell dinner may be the perfect way to celebrate the success of your vacation! (Breakfast)

Sept. 14
Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (Breakfast)

Vacation Highlights

INCLUDED FEATURES

Berlin:
Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, take pictures of the Brandenburg Gate and visit Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church

Dresden:
Walking tour

Prague:
Guided sightseeing, Astronomical Clock, visit the Hradcany Castle grounds and St. Vitus Cathedral

Bratislava:
Visit the capital of Slovakia

Budapest:
Guided sightseeing, panoramic view from Fishermen's Bastion, visit Matthias Coronation Church

Vienna:
Guided sightseeing, visit St. Stephen's Cathedral

Notes:
Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.

Accommodations
MEALS - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner
Full buffet breakfast (B); 3 three-course dinners (D), including a welcome dinner in Berlin.

SUPERIOR HOTELS - (D) Deluxe (SF) Superior First-Class (F) First-Class Berlin Hilton Berlin (SF), Prague Yasmin (F), Budapest Radisson Blu Beke (SF), Vienna Mercure Grand Hotel Biedermeier (F)

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