Imperial Europe

Day 1  Munich, Germany    
The journey begins in the sophisticated city streets of Munich. This afternoon join an orientation tour and spend some free time immersing yourself in the sights and sounds of the Bavarian capital. View the Marienplatz, the centre of Munich city life since the 12th century, and its iconic Glockenspiel.

Day 2  Munich to Prague, Czech Republic      
This morning visit Regensburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an unspoilt medieval gem. Cross the Czech border and head to Prague, you’ll have the evening to spend your way. Consider joining an optional experience to explore beautiful Prague by night with a local specialist.

Day 3  Prague  
Delve into centuries of history on a guided sightseeing tour of Prague. View the impressive Gothic architecture of St. Vitus Cathedral in the grounds of the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle, then cross the river on your walking tour to the Old Town Square to see the Astronomical Clock. The afternoon is yours to experience the city on your terms.  

Day 4  Prague to Budapest, Hungary  
Leave the beauty of Prague behind for the lush landscapes of Moravia and pass into Slovakia. Stop in Bratislava to admire its eclectic Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco architecture. Crossing the border into Hungary, arrive in Budapest. Consider spending the evening on a river cruise along the Danube paired with a dinner of a selection of Hungarian specialities and awe-inspiring views.

Day 5  Budapest
Admire the iconic highlights of Budapest on a guided sightseeing tour. See the famous Chain Bridge which connects the two ancient settlements that straddle the Danube, and the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district. Spend the afternoon at leisure before joining the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian dinner.

Day 6  Budapest to Vienna, Austria
Why not start the morning by joining an Optional Experience guided tour of the magnificent Parliament Building? Later,  
cross the hilly landscapes of Transdanubia stopping in Győr to soak up its medieval atmosphere. Arrive in Vienna for an evening at leisure.

Day 7  Vienna        
Explore the imperial splendour of Vienna during a guided sightseeing tour. Admire Hofburg Palace, the former winter residence of the Habsburg Dynasty, the grand State Opera House and Ringstrasse, a beautiful sweeping boulevard built in the 19th-century. Then, marvel at the ornate colourful roof of St. Stephen's Cathedral.  

Day 8  Vienna to Salzburg
The enchanting landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley provide a picturesque backdrop for our leisurely drive past vineyards and fortresses en route to Salzburg. View the impressive Benedictine Melk Abbey perched on a rocky outcrop above the Danube. Arrive in Salzburg and embark on a leisurely walking tour of its Old Town before dinner at your hotel this evening.

Day 9  Salzburg to Munich
Leave Austria behind, bound for the Bavarian Capital, Munich. This evening, we celebrate an unforgettable journey through some of Europe's memorable imperial cities during a farewell dinner.

Day 10  Munich
Say a fond auf Wiedersehen to Germany, as you transfer to the airport for your departing flight.