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Journey through Central Europe & Romania
24 days • 4.3
4.5
Excellent
4 reviews
24 days
Start
Vienna, Austria
Finish
Bucharest, Romania
Trip Code
AMSCC
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 15
Physical Rating
Meals
21 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Transport
Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Bicycle, Metro, Taxi, Tram
Accommodation
Hotel (18 nights), Pension (4 nights), Homestay (1 night)
From £3,612(24 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
See the classic Polish cities of Wroclaw and Krakow and feel the emotional wallop of a sobering visit to nearby Auschwitz.
Immerse yourself in the history, architecture and bohemian vibes of the Czech Republic. Step right into a fairytale in the World Heritage-listed town of Cesky Krumlov before soaking up the smooth sounds of jazz at a low-lit bar in Prague.
Hike in the picturesque Tatra Mountains and traverse the steep slopes via funicular, gondola and electric steam train.
Sample the famous Hungarian 'bulls blood' in Eger, the wine that supposedly gave the Hungarian army supernatural strength during their battle against the Ottoman Empire.
Learn spooky stories while travelling through beautiful Transylvania, famous for its medieval fortified churches and as the birthplace of the inspiration for the world's most famous vampire, Dracula.
Is this trip right for you?
Less time spent travelling; more time to explore each destination. The primary means of transportation on this trip is by train. Trains are a fast way to cross long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive right into the city centre. They are comfortable and all have toilets, however, can sometimes be quite busy. Please note that you'll have to carry your own luggage on and off the train, so make sure it doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations. You can find specifics under ‘Packing’ in the ‘Essential Trip Information’ section.
Don’t let the heat keep you from exploring the world! Summer temperatures can be very high in many of the regions visited (over 40°C), which can make things uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat, and drink plenty of water.
In some train stations and most of your accommodation there are no lifts or escalators. Please be aware that you will have to carry you own bags up and down stairs and on and off public transport. It is recommended you pack lightly. You can find some packing guidelines in the 'packing' section in the trip notes.
Hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together. In some cases, bathroom facilities will be shared rather than ensuite.
This trip is designed to give you a fair amount of free time so you can explore each destination at your own pace. We will, however, take you on regular orientation walks, so you'll be on your feet quite a lot. While this may be tiring for some, it’s the best way to get your head around a place and to set yourself up for further discoveries.
On this trip you must pack as lightly as possible because you will be expected to carry your own bag and although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage (max 30 minutes), we strongly recommend keeping the weight under 15kg / 33lb. Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly.
Itinerary
Travel through the gems of Central Europe and explore Romania
Experience the best of this old-world region on a journey through enchanting Central Europe and Romania. Travel to Austria and be immersed in the country's superb musical heritage and step back in time in the castles of the Czech Republic. Experience Polish traditions while exploring the romantic Old Town of Krakow and get active in Slovakia's Tatra Mountains. Then Explore Hungary and Romania, from the beautiful Baroque churches of Budapest to the haunted castles of Transylvania. Learn about the failed Turkish invasion of Eger and take a wine cellar tour in the Valley of the Beautiful Women. Become acquainted with traditional Romanian culture and customs in Maramures. Tour the medieval churches of Brasov, dine with a local family on an overnight homestay in Viscri and visit Bucharest's 12-storey Palace of Parliament. This epic journey through Central Europe and Romania gives a great insight in to that magical part of the world.
Inclusions
Meals
21 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Transport
Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Bicycle, Metro, Taxi, Tram
Accommodation
Hotel (18 nights), Pension (4 nights), Homestay (1 night)
Included activities
Vienna - Kaffee and Kuchen Experience
Cesky Krumlov - guided tour
Wroclaw - Orientation walk
Swidnica - Church of Peace visit
Oswiecim - Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum join in guided tour
Tatranska Lomnica - Tatra Mountains Hike (not between Nov and Mar)
Tatra Mountains - Hrebienok Funicular
Tatra Mountains - Tatranska Lomnica Gondola
Eger - Wine Sampling
Maramures - Day Tour with Local Guide
Maramures - Sapanta Merry Cemetery
Maramures - Barsana Monastery
Viscri - Local Home Cooked Dinner
Viscri - Fortified Church
Bran Castle - Tour
Bucharest - Walking Tour with Local Guide
Optional activities
Vienna - Belvedere Gallery (Lower Gallery) - EUR15
Vienna - Albertina Museum - EUR19
Vienna - Sisi Museum - EUR18
Vienna - Spanish Riding School Practice - EUR28
Vienna - St Stephen's Tower - EUR6
Vienna - Schoenbrunn Palace - EUR22
Vienna - Hofburg Palace & Sisi Museum - EUR16
Vienna - Leopold Museum - EUR15
Vienna - Prater Ferris Wheel - EUR14
Vienna - Vienna Boys Choir Concert - EUR70
Vienna - Belvedere Gallery (Upper & Lower Gallery Combined Ticket) - EUR26
Vienna - Belvedere Gallery (Upper Gallery) - EUR18
Vienna - Food, Coffee & Market Tour Urban Adventure - EUR115
Vienna Opera Guided Tour - EUR13
Cesky Krumlov - Brewery Tour - CZK200
Cesky Krumlov - Egon Schiele Art Centrum - CZK200
Cesky Krumlov - Rafting or Canoe Trip (per person) - CZK1200
Cesky Krumlov - Guided Castle Tour - CZK300
Prague - Jewish Quarter - CZK500
Prague - Kafka Museum - CZK260
Prague - Mucha Museum - CZK300
Prague - Museum of Communism - CZK380
Prague - Castle Visit - CZK350
Prague - Town Hall Clock Tower - CZK250
Prague - Bike Tour - CZK650
Prague - The Dancing House - Free
Prague - John Lennon Wall - Free
Prague - Food by Foot Urban Adventure - EUR95
Kutna Hora - Church of St Barbara - CZK160
Kutna Hora - Sedlec Ossuary & Bone Church - CZK160
Prague - Beer and Czech Tapas Tour Urban Adventure - EUR75
Prague - Prague Discovery Urban Adventure - EUR74
Kutna Hora - Day Trip (by public transport) - CZK250
Prague - Prague Parks and Views Urban Adventure - EUR89
Krakow - Rynek Underground Museum - PLN32
Krakow - Cloth Hall 'Sukiennice' - Free
Krakow - Schindler's Factory Museum Tour - PLN65
Krakow - Galicia Jewish Museum - PLN20
Krakow - History Museum - PLN28
Krakow - St Mary's Basilica - PLN15
Krakow - Walking Tour - PLN30
Krakow - Wawel Royal Castle - PLN35
Wieliczka - Salt Mines Tour - PLN230
Tatranska Lomnica - Summer Luge - EUR3
Tatranska Lomnica - Bike Rental - EUR10
Tatranska Lomnica - Spa treatment in Grand Hotel Praha (from) - EUR20
Tatranska Lomnica - Ski Museum - EUR3
Budapest - Transport and Entry to Statue Park - HUF5000
Budapest - Pub Crawl (starting from) - HUF9000
Budapest - Best Beers of Budapest Urban Adventures - EUR74
Budapest - Parliament Tour - HUF12000
Budapest - Bites & Sights Food Tour Urban Adventure - EUR79
Budapest - Central Market - Free
Budapest - Szechenyi Thermal Baths (starting from) - HUF13500
Budapest - Buda Castle Explorer Urban Adventure - EUR55
Budapest - Hungarian National Museum - HUF2900
Budapest - Bike Ride - HUF6000
Budapest - Hungarian State Opera House Tour - HUF7000
Budapest - House of Terror - HUF4000
Budapest - Great Synagogue - HUF13000
Eger - Castle - HUF4000
Eger - Minaret - HUF800
Eger - Astronomy Museum, Camera Obscura, Panoramic terrace in the Lyceum building - HUF2600
Eger - Town Under The Town - HUF4500
Sighisoara - Church of the Dominican Monastery - RON10
Sighisoara - Covered Stairway - Free
Sighisoara - Church on the Hill - RON5
Sighisoara - The Clock Tower - RON16
Viscri - Prince Charles House - RON15
Viscri - Blacksmith demonstration - RON80
Rasnov - Fortress - RON20
Brasov - Walking Tour with Local Guide - RON200
Brasov - The Black Church - RON20
Bucharest - Bike Tour - EUR25
Bucharest - Urban Adventures Bohemian Bucharest Markets and Mahallas Tour - EUR75
Bucharest - Village Museum - RON30
Bucharest - Palace of Parliament Tour - RON60
Bucharest - Romanian Athenaeum - RON10
Bucharest - Former Ceausescu Residence - RON65
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Important notes
1. A Single Supplement is bookable on this trip, excluding Day 3&4. Availability is limited due to small properties we use. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Reviews (4)
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Kelly
Jul 07, 2024
Awesome itinerary
Leah
May 20, 2024
Well organised where all the annoying details of travel are taken care of so you can focus on having fun. Travelling with other like minded people experiencing things off the main tourist tracks was something special.
Paula
Sep 19, 2023
A história e a cultura aprendidas nesta viagem são impagáveis. Muita coisa para visitar em tão pouco tempo.
Pri
Aug 02, 2024
Overall the trip and destinations chosen are very good, Intrepid should work on the accommodation and the cleanliness of hotels . We had people on the trip getting sick cause of the mould on the rooms and that's a health and safely concern.
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