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European Icons
13 Days starting from $2,275

Countries Visited:
Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia

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Length: 13 Days
Type: First Class 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: CICO-2008
   
 
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Poland, Germany, Czech Republic

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • Details
  • SPECIALS

Sightseeing Highlights
  • Vienna: Sightseeing shows us the Hofburg and Imperial Boulevards.
  • Györ: Visit this Roman founded city on the shores of the Danube.
  • Budapest: Sightseeing including the Fishermen''s Bastion, Heroes'' Square and views of the great Synagogue.
  • Krakow: Sightseeing including the Cathedral, plus visit the Cloth Hall and Mariacki Church.
  • Berlin: Sightseeing includes a visit to the Checkpoint Charlie Museum, plus views of the Reichstag, Tiergarten and Brandenburg Gate.
  • Dresden: Orientation includes the Saxon Wall, Semper Opera and Cathedral.
  • Teresienstadt: See the site of the Jewish ghetto and visit the National Cemetery.
  • Prague: Sightseeing tour including St. Vitus'' Cathedral, the Old Town Square, Hradçany Castle and St. Charles'' Bridge.
  • Tabor: Visit one-time headquarters of the Hussites.
  • Scenic drives: Transdanubian Plain, Danube Valley, foothills of the Tatra Mountains, Polish central plains, Northern Bohemia.

Dining Highlights
  • 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Vienna
  • 11 Hot Buffet breakfasts
  • 4 three-course dinners in hotels
  • 1 local speciality restaurant dinner in Budapest
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Vienna
17 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • A qualified local city guide in Vienna, Budapest, Krakow, Berlin and Prague.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar’s luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
  • Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
ienna Airport Transfers will be provided on Days 2 and 13. Group transfers on arrival at Vienna Airport will operate at 10.30 and 13.30. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Vienna Airport at 06.30 and 09.00.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Additional Visa Requirements
  • Visas are required for most Eastern European countries. Please consult your Travel Agent to establish the specific requirements for your tour.
  • Note: No visa can be issued at borders in Europe.
  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Vienna.


  • Day 2 - Arrive Vienna (2 nights) On arrival at Vienna airport you are met and transferred to your hotel. After your hotel check-in there''s time to relax and unwind. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and fellow travelling companions.

    Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott (2 nights)


  • Day 3 - Vienna sightseeing & at leisure After breakfast, highlights of this Austrian capital are revealed on our morning guided sightseeing tour; from the Opera to the Hofburg, from St. Stephen''s Cathedral to the Parliament, we also include a walking tour taking us to the oldest part of the city ‘Am Hof’. Then time at leisure perhaps to visit the Prater amusement park. Later, why not take in a concert of Strauss music or a little Opera? (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 4 - Vienna – Györ – Budapest (2 nights) Our morning drive takes us across the Transdanubian Plain to the very Eastern edge of Europe and the border with Hungary at Hegyeshalom. We stop in the Roman founded town of Györ on the shores of the Danube before arriving in the twin cities of Buda and Pest on either side of this famous romantic river. This evening, why not admire the city from the Danube itself on an illuminated boat cruise? (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Danubius Helia (2 nights)


  • Day 5 - Budapest sightseeing & at leisure Our sightseeing tour with a local guide includes a walking tour in Old Buda highlighting the Fisherman’s Bastion. with its views across the Danube and the Parliament buildings to the mighty Synagogue and Heroes'' Square. The rest of the day is free. Perhaps venture into old Hungary on an excursion to
    St. Andre. This evening, we enjoy a dinner of Hungarian specialities to the accompaniment of local musicians. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)


  • Day 6 - Budapest – Slovakia – Krakow (2 nights) This morning our journey takes us to the Slovakian border and through green hills to Poland. From here we continue through the foothills of the Tatra Mountains on our approach to the ancient town of Krakow for our two-night stay. This evening we dine in our hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Qubus (2 nights)


  • Day 7 - Krakow sightseeing & at leisure Today our Tour Director will show us a Hidden Treasure of the city! But first our morning sightseeing reveals the Castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill. We also delight in a walking tour through the medieval Old Town to visit the Cloth Hall and the 14th century Mariacki Church. Later, don''t miss the opportunity of visiting the astonishing Wieliczka salt mine. Tonight, why not enjoy a Polish Polka party? (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)


  • Day 8 - Krakow – Berlin (2 nights) An early departure as we take the highway in the direction of Wroclaw, before crossing the border into Germany. Then we continue past Cottbus and through the Spreewald Forest on our approach to the exciting city of Berlin, Germany''s re-instated capital for two nights. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Ellington (2 nights)


  • Day 9 - Berlin sightseeing & at leisure Today''s sightseeing tour features highlights of a united Berlin and includes a visit to the Checkpoint Charlie Museum as well as viewing the Reichstag Building, the Tiergarten, and the Brandenburg Gate. We drive along the ''Unter den Linden'' Boulevard and see the German State Opera House before time at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 10 - Berlin – Dresden – Prague (2 nights) This morning we head south to the city which is known as Florence on the Elbe, the Renaissance city of Dresden. Here orientation includes the Saxon Wall, Semper Opera and 18th century Cathedral. Finally, we cross into the Czech Republic where we stop at Teresienstadt, site of a large Jewish Ghetto during World War II, to visit the National Cemetery. We make our way to Prague, one of Europe''s most exciting cities since the coming of the Velvet Revolution. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Holiday Inn Congress Centre (2 nights)


  • Day 11 - Prague sightseeing & at leisure Our morning sightseeing walking tour of this golden University city highlights Hradçany Castle, a visit to the Cathedral of St. Vitus, the Astronomical Clock, St. Charles'' Bridge and the Old Town Square. Then you''ve time on your own to shop for Bohemian crystal or to take a cruise on Smetana''s Vltava River. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)


  • Day 12 - Prague – Tabor – Vienna After breakfast this morning our first stop is at Tabor, the town once the headquarters of the 15th century religious reformer, John Huss. Then past the carp lakes at Trebon and into Southern Bohemia to the Austrian border town of Schrems. From here our journey takes us back to Vienna, where we spend the final night of our tour. Tonight , join your Tour Director and fellow travellers at a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

    Hotel: Renaissance Wien


  • Day 13 - Vienna – USA This morning after breakfast, there''s time to bid farewell to your Tour Director and fellow companions as we transfer you to the airport for your return flight to America at the end of this wonderful adventure! (Buffet Breakfast



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Airfare Disclaimer
A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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9/10/2008 - 9/22/2008
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All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations).
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.
  • Vienna
  • Gyor
  • Budapest
  • Krakow
  • Berlin
  • Dresden
  • Teresienstadt
  • Prague
  • Tabor
All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations).
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts.

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

4-6 months SAVE 2.5%

7-9 months SAVE 5%

10-12 months SAVE 7.5%

1 year or more SAVE 10%

All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.


   
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