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Journey through Central Europe & Romania
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Start
Vienna, Austria
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Finish
Bucharest, Romania
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Trip Code
AMSCC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 15
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Physical Rating
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Meals
21 breakfasts, 3 dinners
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Transport
Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Bicycle, Metro, Taxi, Tram
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Accommodation
Hotel (18 nights), Pension (4 nights), Homestay (1 night)
From £3,612(24 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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See the classic Polish cities of Wroclaw and Krakow and feel the emotional wallop of a sobering visit to nearby Auschwitz.
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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.
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Hike in the picturesque Tatra Mountains and traverse the steep slopes via funicular, gondola and electric steam train.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Vienna
- DAY 2Day 2 • Vienna
- DAY 3Day 3 • Cesky Krumlov
- DAY 4Day 4 • Cesky Krumlov
- DAY 5Day 5 • Prague
- DAY 6Day 6 • Prague
- DAY 7Day 7 • Wroclaw
- DAY 8Day 8 • Wroclaw
- DAY 9Day 9 • Krakow
- DAY 10Day 10 • Krakow
- DAY 11Day 11 • Tatra Mountains
- DAY 12Day 12 • Tatra Mountains
- DAY 13Day 13 • Budapest
- DAY 14Day 14 • Budapest
- DAY 15Day 15 • Budapest
- DAY 16Day 16 • Eger
- DAY 17Day 17 • Maramures
- DAY 18Day 18 • Maramures
- DAY 19Day 19 • Sighisoara
- DAY 20Day 20 • Viscri
- DAY 21Day 21 • Brasov
- DAY 22Day 22 • Brasov
- DAY 23Day 23 • Bucharest
- DAY 24Day 24 • Bucharest
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
21 breakfasts, 3 dinners
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Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Bicycle, Metro, Taxi, Tram
bed Accommodation
Hotel (18 nights), Pension (4 nights), Homestay (1 night)
festival Included activities
circleVienna - Kaffee and Kuchen Experience
circleCesky Krumlov - guided tour
circleWroclaw - Orientation walk
circleSwidnica - Church of Peace visit
circleOswiecim - Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum join in guided tour
circleTatranska Lomnica - Tatra Mountains Hike (not between Nov and Mar)
circleTatra Mountains - Hrebienok Funicular
circleTatra Mountains - Tatranska Lomnica Gondola
circleEger - Wine Sampling
circleMaramures - Day Tour with Local Guide
circleMaramures - Sapanta Merry Cemetery
circleMaramures - Barsana Monastery
circleViscri - Local Home Cooked Dinner
circleViscri - Fortified Church
circleBran Castle - Tour
circleBucharest - Walking Tour with Local Guide
museum Optional activities
circleVienna - Belvedere Gallery (Lower Gallery) - EUR15
circleVienna - Albertina Museum - EUR19
circleVienna - Sisi Museum - EUR18
circleVienna - Spanish Riding School Practice - EUR28
circleVienna - St Stephen's Tower - EUR6
circleVienna - Schoenbrunn Palace - EUR22
circleVienna - Hofburg Palace & Sisi Museum - EUR16
circleVienna - Leopold Museum - EUR15
circleVienna - Prater Ferris Wheel - EUR14
circleVienna - Vienna Boys Choir Concert - EUR70
circleVienna - Belvedere Gallery (Upper & Lower Gallery Combined Ticket) - EUR26
circleVienna - Belvedere Gallery (Upper Gallery) - EUR18
circleVienna - Food, Coffee & Market Tour Urban Adventure - EUR115
circleVienna Opera Guided Tour - EUR13
circleCesky Krumlov - Brewery Tour - CZK200
circleCesky Krumlov - Egon Schiele Art Centrum - CZK200
circleCesky Krumlov - Rafting or Canoe Trip (per person) - CZK1200
circleCesky Krumlov - Guided Castle Tour - CZK300
circlePrague - Jewish Quarter - CZK500
circlePrague - Kafka Museum - CZK260
circlePrague - Mucha Museum - CZK300
circlePrague - Museum of Communism - CZK380
circlePrague - Castle Visit - CZK350
circlePrague - Town Hall Clock Tower - CZK250
circlePrague - Bike Tour - CZK650
circlePrague - The Dancing House - Free
circlePrague - John Lennon Wall - Free
circlePrague - Food by Foot Urban Adventure - EUR95
circleKutna Hora - Church of St Barbara - CZK160
circleKutna Hora - Sedlec Ossuary & Bone Church - CZK160
circlePrague - Beer and Czech Tapas Tour Urban Adventure - EUR75
circlePrague - Prague Discovery Urban Adventure - EUR74
circleKutna Hora - Day Trip (by public transport) - CZK250
circlePrague - Prague Parks and Views Urban Adventure - EUR89
circleKrakow - Rynek Underground Museum - PLN32
circleKrakow - Cloth Hall 'Sukiennice' - Free
circleKrakow - Schindler's Factory Museum Tour - PLN65
circleKrakow - Galicia Jewish Museum - PLN20
circleKrakow - History Museum - PLN28
circleKrakow - St Mary's Basilica - PLN15
circleKrakow - Walking Tour - PLN30
circleKrakow - Wawel Royal Castle - PLN35
circleWieliczka - Salt Mines Tour - PLN230
circleTatranska Lomnica - Summer Luge - EUR3
circleTatranska Lomnica - Bike Rental - EUR10
circleTatranska Lomnica - Spa treatment in Grand Hotel Praha (from) - EUR20
circleTatranska Lomnica - Ski Museum - EUR3
circleBudapest - Transport and Entry to Statue Park - HUF5000
circleBudapest - Pub Crawl (starting from) - HUF9000
circleBudapest - Best Beers of Budapest Urban Adventures - EUR74
circleBudapest - Parliament Tour - HUF12000
circleBudapest - Bites & Sights Food Tour Urban Adventure - EUR79
circleBudapest - Central Market - Free
circleBudapest - Szechenyi Thermal Baths (starting from) - HUF13500
circleBudapest - Buda Castle Explorer Urban Adventure - EUR55
circleBudapest - Hungarian National Museum - HUF2900
circleBudapest - Bike Ride - HUF6000
circleBudapest - Hungarian State Opera House Tour - HUF7000
circleBudapest - House of Terror - HUF4000
circleBudapest - Great Synagogue - HUF13000
circleEger - Castle - HUF4000
circleEger - Minaret - HUF800
circleEger - Astronomy Museum, Camera Obscura, Panoramic terrace in the Lyceum building - HUF2600
circleEger - Town Under The Town - HUF4500
circleSighisoara - Church of the Dominican Monastery - RON10
circleSighisoara - Covered Stairway - Free
circleSighisoara - Church on the Hill - RON5
circleSighisoara - The Clock Tower - RON16
circleViscri - Prince Charles House - RON15
circleViscri - Blacksmith demonstration - RON80
circleRasnov - Fortress - RON20
circleBrasov - Walking Tour with Local Guide - RON200
circleBrasov - The Black Church - RON20
circleBucharest - Bike Tour - EUR25
circleBucharest - Urban Adventures Bohemian Bucharest Markets and Mahallas Tour - EUR75
circleBucharest - Village Museum - RON30
circleBucharest - Palace of Parliament Tour - RON60
circleBucharest - Romanian Athenaeum - RON10
circleBucharest - Former Ceausescu Residence - RON65
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Important notes
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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
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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.
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Paula
Sep 19, 2023
A história e a cultura aprendidas nesta viagem são impagáveis. Muita coisa para visitar em tão pouco tempo.
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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.