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Central Europe's Golden Triangle: Cesky Krumlov & Bratislava Tours Included, Special Semester Break with Turkish Airlines, 7 Nights 8 Days (BUD-PRG)
Day 1: Istanbul – Budapest
We will meet our valued guests at the Turkish Airlines counter in front of the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport at 04:00. After completing ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we will depart for Budapest on Turkish Airlines flight TK1035 at 08:10. Upon arrival at 08:15 local time, we will begin a panoramic city tour. We start with a brief panoramic tour to get acquainted with Budapest, which remained under Ottoman rule for approximately 150 years and became the capital in 1873 following the unification of Buda and Pest. During the tour, highlights viewed panoramically include Heroes' Square, Andrássy Avenue, the Opera House, the Parliament Building, Erzsébet Bridge, the Chain Bridge, and the banks of the Danube River. After the tour, we transfer to the hotel and check into our rooms. In the evening, guests who wish may join an extra boat tour on the Danube River under the lights, organized by our guide.
Extra Tour: Danube River Boat Tour €35 per person
In this one-hour boat tour, which includes one drink, you will be impressed by the grandeur of Budapest, which takes on a completely different appearance under the lights. You will listen to a visual commentary in Turkish via screens and discover that Budapest at night is much more different than during the day.
Day 2: Budapest
After breakfast at the hotel, you will have free time. Guests who wish may join the Extra Grand Budapest & Szentendre Tour organized by your guide. After the tour, you will have free time again. For those who wish, there is an opportunity to join the Gypsy Night, organized as an extra activity by your guide in the evening. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Grand Budapest & Szentendre Tour €65 per person
Szentendre, located on the banks of the Danube River and also known as the town of artists, marks the beginning of the summer region called the Danube Bend, where many residents of Budapest have their summer homes. It is very enjoyable to sit in street cafes or walk through its authentic narrow streets in this city, which features numerous churches. There are dozens of shops selling handmade tablecloths, porcelain and glassware, wine, dolls, folk costumes, and wooden souvenirs. Our Grand Budapest tour begins at the Buda Castle district. Places we will visit include Fisherman's Bastion, Nagy Csarno (Budapest's first and largest indoor market), Vörösmarty Square, and Váci Street.
Extra Tour: Gypsy Night €70 per person
For guests who wish, there is an opportunity to join our extra Gypsy Night, which includes dinner, drinks, music, and entertainment organized by your guide in the evening. On this tour, you will enjoy local wines and dishes along with Hungarian dance and music in a wine cellar we will visit. You can even become part of the show.
Day 3: Budapest - Vienna
After breakfast, we will vacate the rooms and depart for Vienna. En route, we will include the Bratislava Tour as part of the program. After the Bratislava tour, we head back towards Budapest. En route, we will include the Parndorf Designer Outlet Tour as part of the program. Upon arrival in Vienna, places to be seen panoramically during the city tour include the Opera House, the Parliament Building, Hofburg Palace, and the Museums Quarter. Afterward, after some free time within the city walls, we move to our hotel. Those who wish may join the extra Classic Concert Tour. Overnight at our hotel.
Bratislava Tour (Value €40) Included!
Bratislava is the capital and largest city of the Slovak Republic. Located on the banks of the Danube River, the city borders both Austria and Hungary. There are only two capitals in the world that border two such major countries. The city hosts numerous festivals and trade fairs. Places to see in the city include the Danube riverbanks, traces of the Turks from before the First Siege of Vienna in 1529, Bratislava Castle, St. Martin's Cathedral, a stroll through the old historic city, Grassalkovich Palace, the Parliament, the Slovak State Theatre building, and the historic building where Mozart gave his first concert to Maria Theresa at the age of six.
Extra Tour: Parndorf Designer Outlet Tour €35 per person
Parndorf Designer Outlet, one of Europe's largest shopping centers, offers world-famous brands at discounted prices throughout the year. Here, you can find Armani, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Lacoste, Michael Kors, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Versace, and many more brands at very attractive deals, enjoying a pleasant shopping experience. With its modern architecture, wide range of stores, and restaurants/cafes, this center offers our guests both shopping and relaxation opportunities. After the free time provided, our tour concludes and we return to our hotel.
Extra Tour: Vienna Concert Tour €65 per person
For guests who wish in the evening, we offer the opportunity to join the Vienna Concert Tour held in the enchanting atmosphere of Vienna. On this tour, taking place in Vienna, recognized as the capital of art and classical music, you will have the privilege of listening live to works by famous composers performed by professional orchestras and soloists. In this special program held in a historic concert hall, an unforgettable night awaits you accompanied by the elegance of waltzes, arias, and classical melodies. Throughout the concert, you will be captivated by the magic of music and deeply feel Vienna's cultural fabric. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel, and overnight accommodation will be at our hotel in Vienna.
Note: The concert program may vary depending on the date and organization; the repertoire generally consists of selected masterpieces by Mozart, Strauss, and other famous composers.
Day 4: Vienna
After breakfast, you will have free time. Guests who wish may join the extra Hallstatt and Lakes Region Tour. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Hallstatt and Lakes Region €120 per person
Hallstatt, added to UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage list, offers a scenic introduction and short walk by the lake. During the subsequent free time, you will be impressed by the charm of the beautiful houses along the lakeshore and in the side streets. After our Hallstatt tour, we proceed to St. Wolfgang, the most beautiful lakeside town in the Austrian Lakes Region. After visiting and free time here, we return to Vienna.
Day 5: Vienna – Prague
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Prague. En route, we include the Cesky Krumlov Tour as part of the program. Upon arrival, our panoramic Prague city tour includes the Vltava River flowing through the heart of Prague, St. Vitus Cathedral located within Prague Castle (construction began in the 14th century by Chief Architect Peter Parler, featuring Gothic-style statues and decorations), the famous Charles Bridge with its Prague views, the tourist Karlova Street, the Old Town Square, the historic Astronomical Clock Tower built in the 15th century with figures of the 12 Apostles, the Tyn Church, and Paris Street, home to world-famous brand stores. After the city tour, you will have free time and then transfer to our hotel. Guests who wish may join one of our extra tours scheduled for the evening. Overnight at our hotel.
Cesky Krumlov Tour (Value €40) Included!
Cesky Krumlov, a magnificent medieval town dating back to the 1240s, is a precious gem of the Czech Republic and a hidden town listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Having lived through the darkest periods of communism, Cesky Krumlov has experienced a rebirth since the 1990s and now shares its beauty with all visiting guests. You will be captivated by Cesky Krumlov.
Extra Tour: Medieval Entertainment and Dinner €80 per person
In our medieval venue located in an inn with approximately 600 years of history, you will watch spectacular shows by musicians, dancers, and actors dressed in medieval costumes while enjoying unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks. You will also have the opportunity to taste Czech cuisine and sample famous Czech beers and homemade wines.
Extra Tour: Czech Night Entertainment and Dinner €70 per person
You will spend an entertaining evening at a local restaurant with Czech music and local dance performances, enjoying delicious flavors of Czech cuisine, unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks.
Extra Tour: Boat Trip on the Vltava River €60 per person (Buffet)
The magnificent view created by the reflection of Prague's evening lights, known as the Crystal City, on the banks of the Vltava, one of the elegant tributaries of the Elbe, will add a unique flavor to our open buffet dinner on the river.
*** Note: The days for the extra tours with dinner in Prague may vary based on occupancy rates.
Day 6: Prague
After breakfast at the hotel, you will have free time. Guests who wish may join the Prague Castle and Karlovy Vary Culture & Shopping Tour. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Prague Castle and Karlovy Vary Culture & Shopping Tour €80 (per person)
On this tour, we visit Prague Castle, the largest castle complex in the world, offering an exquisite panoramic view of Prague. In Karlovy Vary, you can shop at discounted prices in shops displaying valuable stones and have the opportunity to learn about and see many precious gems. After the free time provided, we continue our journey to Karlovy Vary, the city famous for its spas, with enjoyable commentary from your guide. The city has 15 thermal springs with temperatures ranging between 30-72°C. During the city tour, you will see buildings where Atatürk stayed in 1918, as well as those where Dvorak, Mozart, Goethe, Pasteur, and Pushkin stayed. You will also have the chance to taste the thermal waters. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to shop in crystal, porcelain, garnet, natural soap, creams, and other traditional Czech souvenir shops.
Day 7: Prague
After breakfast at the hotel, you will have free time. Guests who wish may join our full-day extra Dresden (Germany) Culture & Shopping Tour. After the tour, we transfer to Prague at the time informed by the guide. Afterward, we transfer to the hotel. In the evening, we join guests who wish for an open buffet dinner boat tour on the Vltava River. After the tour, we return to the hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Dresden (Germany) Culture & Shopping Tour €80 (per person)
On this tour, we visit the magnificent city center with Baroque architecture, known as the Florence of the Elbe, located 140 km from Prague. Places to see include Fraunkirche, Zwinger Palace, Brühl's Terrace, the Royal Way, the Elbe River, Martin Luther statue, Hofkirche, Semper Opera, and the Old Town Square. Afterwards, you will have free time for shopping and strolling in this city, one of the most beautiful in East Germany and protected by UNESCO as a World Heritage site. We transfer back to Prague at the time informed by the guide.
*** An extra Terezin Camp tour will be included on the way to Dresden ** This occurs with the participation of the entire group. *** (Not included in the Dresden fee.)
Extra Tour: Terezin Nazi Camp (Camp entry included) €40 (per person)
Terezin is the largest Nazi camp in the Czech Republic. It was built in the 18th century as a defensive fortress. Later, it was converted into a prison for political prisoners in Central Europe. During World War II, following the German invasion of Czechoslovakia, this fortress was transformed into a concentration camp.
Day 8: Prague - Istanbul
After breakfast, you will have free time. We transfer to Prague Airport at the time determined by our guide. Upon arrival at Prague Airport, we complete our ticket, baggage, and flight procedures. We depart for Istanbul Airport at 19:20 on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1770. Arrival at 00:05 and the end of our tour. We look forward to seeing you at our next organization.
Day Tours Package
"Culture, history, and discovery together."
Included Tours:
Grand Budapest and Szentendre Tour → €65
Parndorf Designer Outlet Tour → €35
Hallstatt, Lakes Region, and Wolfgangsee Tour → €120
Prague Castle and Karlovy Vary Culture & Shopping Tour → €80
Dresden Culture & Shopping Tour → €80
Total List Price: €380 (per person)
Discounted Package Price: €342 (per person)
Evening Dinner Tours Package
"Nights begin with entertainment."
Included Tours:
Gypsy Night (Dinner, Drinks, Music) → €70
Czech Night (Dinner, Drinks, Music) → €65
Prague Vltava River Evening Dinner Boat Tour → €60
Total List Price: €195 (per person)
Discounted Package Price: €175 (per person)
***Note: Discounted extra tour packages are valid when purchased from offices.
***For Extra Tours and Tax Fees: Guests aged 0 – 1.99 years are free / Guests aged 2 – 11.99 years receive a 50% discount (based on the non-discounted price for extra tours).
Hotels for accommodation;
3*Green Hotel Budapest etc.
3*Hotel Kyriad Vienna-Altmannsdorf etc.
4* Top Hotel Praha etc.
What's Included
Included Services:
• Turkish Airlines scheduled flight ticket from Istanbul Airport- Budapest (BUD)-Prague (PRG)- Istanbul Airport
• 7 Nights accommodation including breakfast in the specified hotel category
• Budapest – Vienna – Prague City tours
• Cesky Krumlov Tour
• Bratislava Tour
• Airport- Hotel- Airport transfers
• All Intercity Transfers
• Turkish-speaking Guide Service
• Airport Taxes
Not Included
Services Not Included:
• Exit Fee Stamp for Overseas Travel
• Schengen visa
• Schengen Visa Ankara-Izmir
• Travel Insurance (Up to 65 Years Old)
• Travel insurance (ages 66-75)
• All kinds of hotel extras and personal expenses
• Daily €1 tips (optional)
City and hotel taxes (A mandatory payment of 150 Euro per person covering city tax, check point fees, local service charges, handling fee, bus entrance fees, and operational service expenses, will be collected in cash by the guide before the tour departure)
• Extra tours specified in the program