Itinerary
- Day 1
Berlin
You'll arrive in Berlin and check into your hotel for a 6pm welcome meeting in the lobby with your group leader. After that, you can either join other travelers for an optional group dinner or wander around Berlin's evening scene on your own.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Park Inn or Quentin XL Postdamer or Hotel Moa Mercure or NH Alexanderplatz)
Included Activities
- Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities
- Group Dinner
Landmarks Berlin 
- Day 2
Berlin
Following breakfast, you'll take a guided tour through Berlin's major sites including the Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate. The route continues down Unter den Linden Boulevard and Kurfürstendamm where you'll see the German State Opera House and Deutscher Dom. For 2025 departures, an optional day trip to Potsdam City Tour with Sanssouci Palace is available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Park Inn or Quentin XL Postdamer or Hotel Moa Mercure or NH Alexanderplatz)
Included Activities
- Berlin City Tour
Optional Activities
- Potsdam City Tour with Sanssouci Palace (2025 departures only)
Landmarks Reichstag Brandenburg Gate Checkpoint Charlie Unter den Linden Boulevard Kurfürstendamm German State Opera House Deutscher Dom - Day 3
Berlin to Dresden to Prague
After breakfast, you'll travel to Dresden and walk through the city's Baroque treasures on a guided tour covering Zwinger Palace, Semper Opera, and Dresden Frauenkirche. In the afternoon, you'll continue to Prague and check in at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Holiday Inn or Hotel Belvedere or Clarion Congress or NH Collection or Orea Pyramida or Hotel Panorama)
Included Activities
- Dresden City Tour
Landmarks Royal Palace Zwinger Palace Semper Opera Dresden Frauenkirche 
- Day 4
Prague
Your day starts in Old Town Square wandering the cobbled streets and taking in the atmosphere. A guided tour then heads up to Prague Castle where you'll see St. Vitus Cathedral and get panoramic city views. After lunch, you'll cross the iconic Charles Bridge and walk through Prague's medieval center. An optional Medieval Dinner Show in a cave is available for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Holiday Inn or Hotel Belvedere or Clarion Congress or NH Collection or Orea Pyramida or Hotel Panorama)
Included Activities
- Prague City Tour
Optional Activities
- Medieval Dinner Show in Cave - €55
Landmarks Old Town Square Prague Castle St. Vitus Cathedral Charles Bridge - Day 5
Prague to Regensburg to Munich
You'll head to Regensburg, Germany's largest preserved medieval city sitting on the Danube River. There you can walk around the charming architecture and see the unique medieval stone bridge spanning the river. Later in the day, you'll continue to Munich for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Westpark or Holiday Inn Unterhaching or Hotel Plaza Premium)
Included Activities
- Regensburg City Tour
Landmarks Regensburg Medieval Stone Bridge 
- Day 6
Munich
A guided tour introduces you to Munich's key spots including Marienplatz, Frauenkirche, and Viktualienmarkt. The rest of the day is free, so you can explore at your own pace. Optional activities include visiting Nymphenburg Palace or dining on traditional Bavarian food at the Hofbrauhaus.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Westpark or Holiday Inn Unterhaching or Hotel Plaza Premium)
Included Activities
- Munich City Tour
Optional Activities
- Nymphenburg Palace - €30
- Hofbrauhaus - Bavarian Night Dinner - €45 (Advance group reservation fee included)
Landmarks Marienplatz Frauenkirche Viktualienmarkt Nymphenburg Palace - Day 7
Munich to Salzburg to Vienna
You'll travel to Salzburg in the Austrian Alps for a guided tour covering Mirabell Palace and Gardens, the hilltop Hohensalzburg Fortress with Alpine views, Salzburg Cathedral, and Mozart Residence. In the afternoon, you'll head to Vienna.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Austria Trend Savoyen or Hotel Maxx by Steigenberger or Hotel Rainers)
Included Activities
- Salzburg City Tour
Landmarks Mirabell Palace and Gardens Hohensalzburg Fortress Salzburg Cathedral Mozart Residence 
- Day 8
Vienna
Your day includes a scenic drive along the Ringstrasse passing the Empress Maria Theresia Monument, Votive Church, City Hall, and Parliament. You'll stroll through Hofburg courtyards to the State Opera House, then have free time at the Castle of Belvedere gardens. An optional tour of Schönbrunn Palace, the former Habsburg summer residence, can be arranged.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Austria Trend Savoyen or Hotel Maxx by Steigenberger or Hotel Rainers)
Included Activities
- Vienna City Sightseeing
Optional Activities
- Danube Tower - €30
Landmarks Ringstrasse Empress Maria Theresia Monument Votive Church City Hall Parliament Hofburg State Opera House Belvedere Palace Schönbrunn Palace - Day 9
Vienna to Bratislava to Budapest
You'll visit three cities today starting with Bratislava's quaint streets, then move to Budapest on the Danube River. By evening, you can check out Budapest's nightlife scene and try authentic Hungarian food at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (NH City Budapest or Hotel Danibius Arena or Ibis Tribe Stadium)
Included Activities
- Bratislava City Tour
Landmarks Bratislava Danube River 
- Day 10
Budapest
After breakfast, you'll explore Pest seeing the Parliament building, Royal Palace, Heroes' Square, St Stephen's Basilica, and the Great Market Hall. You'll head up to Castle Hill to visit Matthias Coronation Church and see the city from Fisherman's Bastion. Later, a panoramic tour covers the Budapest Opera House and Great Dohany Synagogue. Free time in the afternoon, with an optional night Danube River Cruise available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (NH City Budapest or Hotel Danibius Arena or Ibis Tribe Stadium)
Included Activities
- Budapest City Tour
Optional Activities
- Danube River Cruise at Night - €30
Landmarks Parliament Royal Palace Heroes' Square St Stephen's Basilica Great Market Hall Castle Hill Matthias Coronation Church Fisherman's Bastion Budapest Opera House Great Dohany Synagogue - Day 11
Budapest to Bucharest
You'll fly to Bucharest and have free time to see the city's famous landmarks at your own pace. A welcome meeting happens at the hotel, and you can join an optional group dinner to meet fellow travelers.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Mercure Unirii)
Included Activities
- Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities
- Group Dinner
Landmarks Bucharest - Day 12
Bucharest
A guided tour covers Revolution Square, Arc of Triumph, Romania Athenaeum, the Opera House, National Military Club, Dimitrie Gusti National Village, and the Palace of Parliament. You'll learn about Romanian culture and history through these different sites, then have free time to wander around before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Mercure Unirii)
Included Activities
- Bucharest City Tour
Landmarks Revolution Square Arc of Triumph Romania Athenaeum Opera House National Military Club Dimitrie Gusti National Village Palace of Parliament - Day 13
Bucharest to Transylvania to Brasov
You'll drive toward Transylvania through misty forests, first stopping at Peles Castle in Sinaia for exterior viewing. Next comes the legendary Bran Castle, home of the Count Dracula legend where history and mythology blend. Then you'll continue deeper into Transylvania to Brasov, a medieval town with Saxon walls and gothic and baroque architecture. You'll check out Piata Sfatului, the Black Church, and Muresenilor House Museum before checking into your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Ambient)
Included Activities
- Visit to Peles Castle
- Visit to Count Dracula Castle
- Brasov Sightseeing
Landmarks Peles Castle Bran Castle Piata Sfatului Black Church Muresenilor House Museum - Day 14
Brasov to Sighisoara to Cluj-Napoca
Following the Count Dracula trail, you'll visit Sighisoara after a stop at the Clock Tower. There you'll explore the Sighisoara Citadel, Dominican Monastery, Church on the Hill, and Dracula's House while learning the town's history. Then it's on to Cluj-Napoca for a tour of Union Square, St. Mihail Church, and Matthias Corvinus Monument. You'll rest at your 4-star hotel with time to look through your photos.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel River Park)
Included Activities
- Sighisoara Sightseeing
- Cluj-Napoca Sightseeing
Landmarks Clock Tower Sighisoara Citadel Dominican Monastery Church on the Hill Dracula's House Union Square St. Mihail Church Matthias Corvinus Monument - Day 15
Cluj-Napoca to Turda to Sibiu
After breakfast, you'll head to the Turda salt mines, an interesting geologic wonder that's been active since the 11th century. Next comes Hunedoara Castle to learn about this Transylvanian citadel's history. You'll finish the day in the fairytale town of Sibiu where you can relax at your 4-star hotel or explore on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Golden Tulip Ana Tower)
Included Activities
- Visit to Salina Turda (Salt Mine)
- Hunedoara Sightseeing
Landmarks Salina Turda Hunedoara Castle - Day 16
Sibiu to Bucharest
You'll start with a walking tour of Sibiu's charming Germanic architecture dating back to Saxon settlers in the 12th century. Sites include Brukenthal Palace, Piata Mare, Lutheran Cathedral, Holy Trinity Cathedral, and the Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul. In the afternoon, you'll return to Bucharest for an overnight stay, with an optional group dinner in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Mercure Unirii)
Included Activities
- Sibiu Sightseeing
Optional Activities
- Group Dinner
Landmarks Brukenthal Palace Piata Mare Lutheran Cathedral Holy Trinity Cathedral Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul - Day 17
Bucharest to Veliko Tarnovo to Plovdiv
You'll leave Romania and travel to Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria's historic capital during the Second Bulgarian Empire. You'll see unique medieval Bulgarian architecture and visit Tsarevets Fortress and the Holy Forty Martyrs Church. Later, you'll continue to Plovdiv for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Premier Plovdiv Hills)
Included Activities
- Veliko Tarnavo Sightseeing
Landmarks Tsarevets Fortress Holy Forty Martyrs Church - Day 18
Plovdiv to Sofia
After breakfast, a city tour takes you through Plovdiv starting at Old Plovdiv on Nebet Hill. You'll visit the Balabanov and Georgi Mavridi Houses, St. Konstantin and Elena Church, and the Roman Amphitheatre of Philippopolis and Stadium, among the world's best-preserved Roman sites. You'll also see the Citadel Door, Castle Streets, and St. Nedelya Church before heading to Sofia for a panoramic tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Plovdiv City Tour
- Sofia Panoramic Tour
Landmarks Old Plovdiv Nebet Hill Balabanov House Georgi Mavridi House St. Konstantin and Elena Church Roman Amphitheatre of Philippopolis Stadium Citadel Door Castle Streets St. Nedelya Church 
- Day 19
Sofia to Belgrade
You'll travel to Belgrade and see the medieval Belgrade Fortress with its views over the Danube and Sava rivers. Starting at Knez Mihailova, a vibrant shopping street filled with cafes, you'll take a walking tour through the city discovering landmarks and their histories.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Abba Hotel or Similar)
Included Activities
- Belgrade City Tour
Landmarks Belgrade Fortress Danube River Sava River Knez Mihailova - Day 20
Belgrade to Sarajevo
You'll travel to Sarajevo, a city where Eastern and Western cultures have met and conflicted. Reminders of the Yugoslav War appear throughout in bullet holes and cannon marks on buildings. Despite its complex history, Sarajevo has a unique character. A walking tour through the old town will show you its fascinating heritage. Lamb is the local specialty worth trying.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Ibis Styles)
Included Activities
- Sarajevo City Tour
Landmarks Sarajevo Old Town 
- Day 21
Sarajevo to Mostar to Trebinje
You'll drive toward the Adriatic coast with a stop in Mostar's Old Town. You'll walk to see the iconic Old Bridge and the old market, grab lunch with sea views at a local spot, and try Turkish coffee. In the afternoon, you'll continue to Trebinje for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with amazing views at a local venue in Mostar)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (SL Panorama Hotel)
Included Activities
- Mostar City Tour
Optional Activities
- Kravice Waterfalls - EUR 30
Landmarks Old Town of Mostar Stari Most Čaršija Kravice Waterfalls 
- Day 22
Trebinje to Dubrovnik
You'll spend a full day at Dubrovnik with its well-preserved walls encircling the entire town and terra-cotta roof tiles creating the iconic look from popular shows. A guided walking tour covers the Old Town and its long history. You can walk the mighty walls, wander narrow streets, try seafood, or swim in the clear water. You'll return to Trebinje for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (SL Panorama Hotel)
Included Activities
- Dubrovnik City Tour
Optional Activities
- Dubrovnik Boat Trip - EUR 50
Landmarks Dubrovnik Dubrovnik Old Town 
- Day 23
Trebinje to Kotor to Shkoder
After a scenic drive, you'll arrive in Kotor, Montenegro with its natural beauty and characteristic architecture. It's a quieter version of Dubrovnik with an impressive medieval citadel. A walking tour with a local guide covers the old town and includes free time. You'll then continue to Shkoder, Albania for a walking tour through the center and an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Hotel Europa)
Included Activities
- Kotor City Tour
- Shkoder Orientation Walking Tour
Landmarks Kotor Kotor Old Town - Day 24
Shkoder to Tirana to Ohrid
A panoramic tour of Tirana introduces the best preserved samples of Albanian architecture. You'll have free time in the town center at Skenderbeg Square. In the afternoon, you'll head toward Ohrid, Macedonia and check in at your hotel. You can rest or join an optional Balkan night dinner experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Nova Riviera or Hotel Aqualina)
Included Activities
- Tirana City Tour
Optional Activities
- Balkan Night With Dinner - EUR 35
Landmarks Skenderbeg Square 
- Day 25
Ohrid to Skopje
You'll start with a guided tour of Old Ohrid, which has hundreds of chapels and churches throughout the town. In the afternoon, you'll travel to Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia, for the night. An optional St. Naum tour can be arranged.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Panoramika)
Included Activities
- Ohrid City Tour
Optional Activities
- St. Naum Tour - EUR 25
Landmarks Old Ohrid St. Naum - Day 26
Skopje to Thessaloniki
A guided tour shows you Skopje's architecture, grand monuments, and unique history. You can pose with the famous Alexander the Great statue or walk through the Macedonian Arc de Triumph. The city has countless landmarks and vibrant street life with lots of cafes and bars. In the afternoon, you'll cross into Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city, for an evening panoramic bus tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel ABC)
Included Activities
- Skopje City Tour
- Thessaloniki City Tour
Landmarks Alexander the Great Statue Macedonian Arc de Triumph 
- Day 27
Meteora to Delphi
You'll depart for Kalambaka, the gateway to Meteora famous for its breathtaking scenery and ancient monasteries. Meteora is one of the largest Eastern Orthodox monastery complexes with unique monolithic pillars hosting monasteries on top. Monks have inhabited these monasteries since the 11th century. Later in the afternoon, you'll continue to Delphi.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hermes Hotel)
Included Activities
- Meteora Tour
Landmarks Meteora 
- Day 28
Delphi to Athens
After breakfast, you'll discover Delphi built high on cliffs with spectacular views. In ancient Greek mythology, Delphi was the center of the earth where the famous Oracles lived and influenced the ancient world. The UNESCO World Heritage Site contains rich monuments and ancient stories. In the afternoon, you'll drive to Athens where your guide will fill you in on the capital. After settling in at your hotel, you'll celebrate Greek-style with mezes and Sirtaki dancing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Arion Hotel)
Included Activities
- Delphi Tour
Landmarks Delphi 
- Day 29
Athens
You'll have your final breakfast and say goodbye to your travel mates. Check out of the hotel by 11:00am and start looking forward to your next adventure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
