10-Day Vienna Budapest Prague Tour Packages

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• 10 Day Central Europe Itinerary, incl. Berlin and Budapest

  A 10-day musical tour through 4 iconic cities showcases Prague's Castle District, Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace, and Budapest's St. Matthias Church. The package includes 9 hostel nights, 3 dinners, and ends with Sziget Festival on the Island of Freedom.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Berlin

    Start in Berlin's energetic atmosphere. Visit the East Side Gallery before 9 AM to beat the crowds and see the longest remaining stretch of the Berlin Wall. Get a taste of authentic Berlin by exploring the street art in Kreuzberg, particularly around Schlesisches Tor where you'll find the best murals. A recent visitor shared: "The Alternative Berlin tour opened my eyes to hidden corners I'd never find alone – the guide took us through RAW-Gelände, an old railway yard turned cultural space."

    
  • Day 3

    Berlin to Prague

    Take the morning train south and stop in Dresden for 2-3 hours. Visit the rebuilt Frauenkirche and book your dome visit online to skip the lines. You'll get the best views of the city from up there. Reach Prague by late afternoon. A quick tip: Skip the cobblestones and take a taxi from Praha hlavní nádraží station if you have luggage.

    
  • Day 4

    Prague

    Visit Prague Castle right when it opens at 9 AM before the crowds arrive. Walk across Charles Bridge before lunch to avoid tourist groups. Stop by Café Savoy in Malá Strana for traditional fruit dumplings (ovocné knedlíky). Join a beer tour in the evening to experience Czech pilsners like a local.

    
  • Day 5

    Prague to Vienna

    Stop at Kutná Hora's Sedlec Ossuary on your way. It's about an hour from Prague and you only need 30 minutes to see the bone chapel. Get to Vienna by late afternoon and visit Schönbrunn Palace gardens. They're free and look beautiful at sunset.

    
  • Day 6

    Vienna

    Visit Prater amusement park early. The historic Ferris wheel gets busy after 11 AM. Have lunch at Naschmarkt, the city's biggest outdoor market. Plan museum visits carefully as many close on Mondays. Skip the wait at traditional coffee houses like Café Central by going mid-afternoon.

    
  • Days 7-10

    Budapest and Sziget Festival

    The train from Vienna takes about 2.5 hours. Start with the Castle District in the morning when it's quieter. Get a 72-hour Budapest Card for unlimited public transport during the festival. A festival regular advises: "Take the H5 suburban railway from Batthyány tér to Sziget – it's faster than trying to get a taxi during peak festival times. Bring a refillable water bottle – August in Budapest gets hot!"

    

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• 10 Day Danube River Itinerary, incl. Vienna and Budapest

  The A-ROSA FLORA takes guests through Vienna-Budapest region's 8 distinct cities over ten days. Two-day stops in both capitals offer immersion in Vienna's museum quarter and Budapest's thermal baths. Ships dock conveniently in city centers for daily port visits of 6-12 hours.

  

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  • Day 1

    Passau, Germany

    Board your river ship in Passau at the meeting point of three rivers: the Danube Inn and Ilz. Plan to arrive by 2 PM for check-in before the 4 PM departure. If you come early you can explore the old town's beautiful baroque architecture. You'll find the most convenient parking at Parkhaus Altstadt for €15 per day right near the cruise dock.

    
  • Day 2

    Wachau Valley & Tulln, Austria

    Start your morning cruising through the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley. Get to the deck early to secure a good spot for viewing hilltop castles and vineyards. You'll stop in Tulln from 11 AM to 11 PM. It's an easy 10-minute walk to the Egon Schiele Museum which showcases the famous local artist's work.

    
  • Day 3

    Bratislava, Slovakia (7 AM-5 PM)

    You can easily explore the historic center on your own. Get to Bratislava Castle right when it opens at 9 AM to avoid the crowds. A complete walk through the old town takes about 2 hours. Look out for the fun bronze statues around town - the "Man at Work" peeking out of a manhole is a local favorite.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Budapest, Hungary

    You'll have two full days to see both sides of the Danube. Visit Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion before 10 AM when it's less busy. Take the historic funicular up Castle Hill for €4 instead of walking the steep path. Make sure you're on deck around 9 PM to see and photograph the lit-up Parliament building while cruising.

    
  • Day 6

    Esztergom, Hungary (3 AM-12 PM)

    Early birds can watch the sunrise as you approach Hungary's old capital. For the best river views climb the 400 steps to the basilica dome. The Maria Valeria Bridge here marks the border between Hungary and Slovakia.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Vienna, Austria

    Use these two days to see both historical and modern Vienna. Visit the Naschmarkt at 6 AM to watch vendors setting up and have breakfast at Café Drechsler. Take the metro to Schönbrunn Palace (30 minutes) and book 10 AM skip-the-line tickets to avoid the busiest times.

    
  • Day 9

    Linz, Austria (12 PM-6:30 PM)

    The city blends modern art with its baroque old town. Visit the Ars Electronica Center for innovative technology exhibits - you can walk there from the dock. Try the local Linzer torte at Café Traxlmayr where they bake it fresh each day.

    
  • Day 10

    Return to Passau

    You'll arrive around 7 AM. For later departures you can store your luggage at the cruise terminal for €5 per piece and take a final walk where Passau's rivers meet.

    

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• 9 Days in Central Europe, incl. Belgrade and Vienna

  Three iconic capitals unfold over 9 days, from Budapest's Fisherman's Bastion to Vienna's Stephansplatz. The route includes Bratislava's Michael's Gate, traditional käsekrainer tastings, and historic Skadarlija, with stays in centrally located 3-star hotels.

  

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  • Day 1

    Belgrade

    Land at Belgrade Airport and make your way to Knez Mihailova Street by early evening. The street is most active after 6 PM when locals finish work. Visit the historic Skadarlija district around sunset for your first authentic Serbian dinner. A past visitor shared: "Skadarlija's cobblestone streets transport you back in time, especially at dusk when the old-style lanterns light up."

    
  • Days 2-3

    Novi Sad Region

    Drive north for an hour to Sremski Karlovci, the heart of Serbian wine country. Visit wineries in the morning to beat the heat. Take photos of the Four Lions fountain before 10 AM to avoid crowds. Stay in Novi Sad for two nights and explore Petrovaradin Fortress. Visit the fortress in late afternoon for the best sunset views over the Danube.

    
  • Day 4

    Subotica to Budapest

    Start with Subotica's Art Nouveau landmarks, including the City Hall and Synagogue. Plan to cross the Hungarian border before 3 PM to avoid traffic. The drive to Budapest takes about 3 hours with border time. Get to Budapest in time for an evening walk along the Danube when the Parliament building lights up.

    
  • Day 5

    Budapest

    Visit Heroes' Square early at 8 AM before crowds gather. Take the funicular to Buda Castle (book tickets online to skip lines). Visit Fisherman's Bastion at sunset for the best city views. One traveler noted: "Don't miss the evening Danube cruise – seeing the lit-up Parliament from the water was the highlight of my Budapest stay."

    
  • Day 6

    Győr to Bratislava

    Leave Budapest after 9 AM for the 90-minute drive to Győr. Visit the 59-meter Town Hall tower for great views, but note it closes for lunch from 12-1 PM. Stop at a cafe on Baross Gabor Street to try local blueberry beer. Drive another hour to reach Bratislava for dinner in the Old Town.

    
  • Day 7

    Bratislava

    Explore the walkable medieval Old Town. Start at Michael's Gate when it opens at 9 AM before tour groups arrive. Walk 20 minutes uphill to Bratislava Castle (wear good shoes for the cobblestones). Look for traditional coffee houses near Hlavné námestie (Main Square).

    
  • Days 8-9

    Vienna

    Drive to Vienna after 10 AM to avoid traffic. Spend your first afternoon exploring Stephansplatz and the Staatsoper area. Start your last day at the Kunsthistorisches Museum at 10 AM to see the Habsburg collections before crowds arrive. End your trip at Café Central, but avoid the busy lunch hours between 12-2 PM.

    

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