(C) Prague, Vienna & Budapest in the Fall
Capital Cities of Central Europe
Three lovely cities—one incredible trip! Join us as we explore the best of old Europe. Here time seems to be suspended in a state of refinement and stately elegance. With three days in each location there is time for special activities in each. Enjoy a dinner cruise in Prague and visit the World Heritage Site of Czesky Krumlov, a 13th-century town in southern Czech Republic. In Vienna, we attend a Mozart concert and take a scenic boat ride on the legendary Danube River. In Budapest we'll take a day to visit the Royal Palace of Gödöllő, one of the largest Baroque castles in the world. We've packed a lot in, but also provided plenty of time to explore these cities with your fellow travelers…a sure recipe for a wonderful time.
(C) Prague, Vienna & Budapest in the Fall
September 14 - September 25, 2020Highlights
- Enjoy orientation tours of each city
- Experience a musical evening out in Vienna
- Ply the waters of the Blue Danube
- Watch amazing Hungarian horsmanship
- Time to explore personal interests
- Suggestions for additional things to see
- Small group feel; small group attention
- And More... See itinerary for details
Itinerary
Monday, 14 September 2020: Arrive Prague; Welcome Dinner (D)
Schedule arrival to Prague, Czech Republic no later than 3:00pm. Group transfers based on arrival flight times are provided from the airport to the hotel. We will get together at 6:00pm in the hotel lobby for our Welcome Meeting then depart for dinner together to get better acquainted. Overnight Prague - 4 nights
Tuesday, 15 September 2020: Walking Tour of Prague; Free Afternoon (B)
A morning walking tour will help us discover more than a thousand years of Czech history and see why they call this the city of a hundred spires. We'll visit the amazing St. Vitus' Cathedral, set inside 1000-year old Prague Castle. We'll cross the river to explore the vast cobblestoned expanse of Old Town Square and see the famous mechanized antics of the Astronomical Clock's glockenspiel. This afternoon and evening are free to discover the heart of the city at your own pace. Your Tour Leader will have suggestions for things to see and do.
Wednesday, 16 September 2020: Beer Tour; Free Afternoon; Evening Dinner Cruise (B,D)
Czechs and beer just go together. In fact, Czechs drink more beer per capita than any other country in the world. That is why we will spend time learning a bit about the production of Czech beer. We'll learn about the history and secrets behind the brewing process and discover the behind-the-scenes magic of making Czech Beer. Then, we'll head underground to the 13th-century cellars and see how the cooper's shop looked and how ice was dug out and stored before refrigeration was invented. Naturally, we'll enjoy some tastes along the way! Even if you are not a beer drinker, you're certain to enjoy this tour. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to enjoy as you wish. Today concludes with an evening dinner cruise to enjoy spectacular views of Prague.
Thursday, 17 September 2020: Day Trip to Cesky Krumlov (B,L)
We make our way by coach this morning to walk along the cobbled streets and arch-covered footpaths, past colorful town houses and centuries-old inns, cafes and shops of Cesky Krumlov, one of the most picturesque towns in all of Europe. We will visit the State Castle Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where our tour concentrates on the original interiors of the castle. After our enjoyable day, we return to Prague.
Friday, 18 September 2020: Train to Vienna; Vienna City Tour (B)
We take the train to Vienna this morning and get our bearings with a panoramic city tour. This is a city known for its Imperial palaces and cozy coffee cafes. We will drive the Ringstrasse, the famous Ring Road, to see the numerous grand buildings, such as the State Opera House, the magnificent Museum of Fine Arts with its world famous art treasures of the Habsburgs, the Natural History Museum, the Hofburg (the former Habsburg winter residence), Parliament, City Hall and Burgtheater. Overnight Vienna - 3 nights
Saturday, 19 September 2020: Free Day in Vienna (B)
Today is a free day to enjoy Vienna. You may want to head to the Burggarten today; Burggarten was once the backyard of the Hofburg and is now a grassy "people's park." Your Tour Leader will have an itinerary if you'd like to accompany her; otherwise, strike out for your own adventures.
Sunday, 20 September 2020: Schoenbrunn Palace; Free Afternoon; Kursalon Dinner & Concert (B,D)
Today begins with a visit to Schoenbrunn Palace, once the summer residence of the Habsburg family and home of Maria Theresa, the only female ruler of the Habsburg dynasty. After our visit, there will be a free afternoon in Vienna. Tonight we regroup to have dinner together and take in a concert at one of the most exclusive and splendid buildings of Vienna, the Kursalon.
Monday, 21 September 2020: Danube Cruise; Bratislava City Tour; Budapest (B)
Today we cruise up the mighty blue Danube from Vienna and explore the Slovak capital of Bratislava. In Bratislava, we'll see the highlights, including Grassalkovich Palace, Michael’s Gate and more. We will then board a coach for the ride into Budapest. Overnight Budapest - 4 nights
Tuesday, 22 September 2020: Budapest City Tour; Visit the Parliament Building (B,L)
Today we'll enjoy a full-day tour of Budapest. On a panoramic city tour, we'll look out over the famous river that divides Buda from Pest. This afternoon, we’ll visit the interior of the magnificent House of Parliament. Built in the Gothic Revival style, it is the third-largest Parliament building in the world. We'll see the splendid session room, the richly decorated central staircase, and the great vaulted hall as well as visit the cupola room, which houses the Hungarian Crown Jewels and the Hungarian Holy Crown. Following the tour, the remainder of the late afternoon is free to shop or explore at your own pace.
Wednesday, 23 September 2020: Day Trip to Gödöllö and Equestrian Demonstration (B,L)
Today we visit the Royal Palace of Gödöllö, the largest Baroque palace in Hungary and the second largest surfaced palace after Versailles. The Lazar Equestrian Park is located among the rolling hills, allowing breathtaking views of the Domony Valley where everything is beautiful and serene. We will watch a horse demonstration at the park and enjoy a traditional Hungarian lunch at the lodge before returning to Budapest.
Thursday, 24 September 2020: Free Day in Budapest; Farewell Dinner (B,D)
Today is a free day in Budapest. Perhaps you'll want to visit one of the thermal baths for which the city is known.There is so much to see and do you won't have any problems with choices. Your Tour Leader will assist with suggestions if you prefer. This evening we will gather one final time for dinner together.
Friday, 25 September 2020: Depart Budapest (B)
Schedule your return flight at your convenience. Transfers will be provided based on your departure flight time.
(C) Prague, Vienna & Budapest in the Fall
September 14 - September 25, 2020Pricing
Room Share
$4,379.00Single Room
$5,377.00Non-Members
ADD $100.00Status of this Tour
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Tour Pricing Includes
- All meals and activities expressly listed in the itinerary, PLUS...
- All tipping of local guides
- WTT Tour Leader to enhance the individual & group experience
- Airport transfers
- Arranged room sharing with another solo traveler
- Travel Dollar credits (a benefit of WTT membership) toward future travel with WTT
Not Included In The Price
- Airfare or other transportation from your home and return to your home
- Meals or activities not specified in the itinerary
- Any personal expenses
- Any gratuities for WTT Tour Leader
- Travel Insurance
Payment Dates -and- Cancellation Terms for This Tour
These Payment and Cancellation Penalty Dates apply to Prague, Vienna and Budapest in the Fall, Sept 14 - 25, 2020:
At Space Reservation: Initial Deposit is due.
Wednesday, 18 Mar 2020: Initial deposit cannot be parked and is forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.
Monday, 15 Jun 2020: Payment in full. 50% cancellation penalty after this date. (Was 6 June)
Thursday, 16 Jul 2020: 100% forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.
By submitting the Reservation Form you are providing your electronic signature that you are authorizing WTT to charge your credit card the required amount due for the tour at this time, and to charge your credit card in a separate transaction for the membership length selected, if applicable.
Travel Insurance: It is your responsibility to purchase the amount of travel insurance you determine is appropriate to protect you from the risk of financial loss should you have to cancel your tour, or should unforeseen events, due to no fault of WTT, prevent the tour from operating in whole or in part as originally scheduled.
WTT does not sell travel insurance. As a convenience, we will email you information from 2 reliable travel insurance providers at the time we confirm your reservation, however you can purchase insurance from any provider you choose.
You can review the insurance information from TravelGuard to get an idea of rates.
(C) Prague, Vienna & Budapest in the Fall
September 14 - September 25, 2020Flights, Transfers & Lodging
Arrival & Departure Information
Travelers will make their own air arrangements as follows:
When searching for flights for this trip, be sure to search "Multi-city" (on Kayak.com) or "Multiple Destinations" (on Expedia). For comparison, you may also want to search for one-way fares.
Arrival Airport: PRG - Prague, Czech Republic (Václav Havel Airport)
Arrival Date: Monday, September 14th. Arrive no later than 3:00pm.
Arrival Transfer: Group transfers included. Details will be provided in your Final Travel Instructions.
Departure Airport: BUD - Budapest, Hungary (Budapest Ferenc Liszt Int'l Airport)
Departure Date: Friday, September 25th. Depart at your convenience.
Departure Transfer: Group transfers provided based on flight departure times.
Lodging / Hotels
Prague: Hotel Century Old Town
Vienna: Hotel das Tigra
Budapest: Mercure City Center
In the unlikely event WTT is unable to provide the accommodation(s) listed, for whatever reason, WTT will substitute similar quality accommodation(s) at no additional cost to the traveler.
Want to Arrive a Day Early?
- The room (standard check-in times apply)
- Breakfast the following morning
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel
- Optional activity suggestions prior to tour
$186.00 Roomshare $312.00 Single
The pre-tour package is an optional service. Rates are established at time of tour posting. Early check-in is solely at the discretion of the hotel and cannot be arranged in advance.
Additional Reminders About This Tour
Travelers are required to have a valid passport. Most countries require your passport to be valid a minimum of six months after your return home date, and have at least two consecutive blank pages.
(C) Prague, Vienna & Budapest in the Fall
September 14 - September 25, 2020Destination Information
What do others say about this tour and traveling with WTT?
How Does Room Sharing Work?
- If you wish to share with another solo traveler, select this option on the Reservation Form and your tour price will automatically be based on the room share price.
- Or, you may select a single room, when available, on the Reservation Form and your tour price will be automatically based on the single room price.
- These choices are clearly stated on the Reservation Form.
- All shared rooms have 2 beds
- All shared rooms are non-smoking
- No special requests about your roommate can be accommodated
- Most solo travelers elect to share a room.
- See "Frequently Asked Questions" TAB for more details
How Active is this Tour?
Because of this requirement, WTT tours are not suitable for anyone who is physically challenged, walking impaired, or is a slow walker that cannot keep up with the pace of the group.
The activities on this tour are rated as follows:
- 75% Easy
- 25% Moderate (Must be able to walk for up to 3 hours at comfortable pace.)
If you are in doubt as to your ability to meet the physical activity requirements, you should not sign up for this trip.
Read more about Activity Levels
What meals are included and how are dietary restrictions accommodated?
- Breakfast daily
- 3 Lunches
- 4 Dinners at a combination of restaurants and hotels
Selections for the included lunches and dinners will highlight the local cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dietary requests can be accommodated on this tour with limited selections.
What clothing and items should I pack for this trip?
In general the temperature, rainfall and humidity levels vary based on the time of the year. We suggest you monitor weather apps before you depart for the most current information. For international weather refer to http://www.accuweather.com/en/world-weather.
For This Trip You’ll Need—
- As part of this tour, we experience an evening of dinner and a concert where you will want to dress up.
- Lightweight jacket/sweater for cool mornings and evenings or the unusually brisk day.
- Inexpensive rain poncho, just in case!
- Swimsuit—the hotels have saunas.
- Bring what you need to get a good night's sleep, such as ear plugs, white noise generator, sleeping pills, etc. Unfamiliar noises of all types can disrupt your rest.
- Pack a limited amount of comfortable, casual clothing that layer and coordinate. Your fellow travelers will not mind – or even notice – seeing you in the same clothing.
- Bring only two pairs of everyday shoes: one pair of well-broken-in walking shoes, and a second pair that could do double-duty as a walking shoe or a slightly dressy shoe.
- Pare down your beauty regimen to the bare minimum and always pack travel-sized toiletries.
- Leave your hairdryer home.
- Pack medication in your carry-on and pack only as much as needed for the duration of your tour plus a few extra days as a precaution.
What are the luggage restrictions for this tour?
On every WTT tour, our policies regarding luggage restrictions are driven by a) the physical space limitations of the vehicles we use, b) the requirement that all travelers be able to manage their own belongings without assistance and c) the restrictions imposed by other forms of transportation such as trains and boats.
- It is best to travel as lightly as possible. Most travelers regret when they have packed too much.
- We strongly recommend you bring only one suitcase, plus 1 carry-on, which will make it easier to manage your belongings.
- You are responsible for managing your own belongings. We expect you to take your belongings from the coach to your room and to bring it back to the coach on days we change hotels. We do not provide luggage pulls; they are not safe and are inconvenient.
- You must be able to get on and off trains with your belongings without assistance. You will not have time to search for a porter. Your luggage will most likely be stored overhead on the train to Vienna and on the boat to Bratislava. Be sure you can lift and manage your luggage without assistance.
- Steps exist at most hotel entrances. On occasion the coach must unload passengers and luggage some distance from the hotel entrance.
- If you are planning on shopping, have larger items shipped directly to your home. For smaller items you want to carry home, bring a small nylon zippered bag packed in your suitcase to accommodate these purchases.
What are the health recommendations for this tour?
The standards for health and hygiene in Prague, Vienna and Budapest are all excellent. You should practice the same hygiene rules as here in the US. While there are no specific vaccine requirements, you should be up-to-date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides additional guidance at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list. Please discuss any vaccine or health concerns with your healthcare provider.
What are the phone and internet recommendations for this tour?
Only you can determine your need to stay in contact while traveling. Internet access is available in most hotels, sometimes for a fee.
- If you are bringing a cell phone, contact your cell phone service provider before departing about adding international calling and/or texting features. Texting internationally is often less expensive than placing a cell phone call.
- Learn how to make an international call BEFORE you leave. Consult your cell provider and check out the web site www.HowtoCallAbroad.com.
What are the electricity requirements for this tour?
How much money should I bring on this tour?
Only you can determine the optimum amount of cash to take on tour. When budgeting for out-of-pocket expenses, there are several aspects to consider: the number of meals you are responsible for, the amount of money you like to have on-hand for snacks and drinks, and your individual shopping interests and habits.
- Notify your credit card issuer that you will be traveling and provide dates of travel.
- ATMs are typically the best way of obtaining cash; they are found in most towns and cities, as well as airport locations. You must know your PIN number for your debit and credit cards in order to use the ATMs.
- Prague’s official currency is the Czech Koruna, Austria's official currency is the Euro, and Budapest’s official currency is the Forints. You can access the different currencies thru currency exchange stations and ATMs.
- Exchange $100 or so into local local currency so you have cash upon arrival.
What are the tipping guidelines for this tour?
All tips to local guides during your tour have already been paid on your behalf.
- You are responsible for tipping wait-staff, porters, or other individuals who provide a service to you at the hotel, or other public location. Consider tipping your transfer drivers as well.
- There are tipping similarities in all cities. Restaurants typically include a service charge, however if you have great service a 10% tip is appreciated. Hotels typically include a service charge as well but a tip of $1 to $2 per bag is appreciated and $15 for excellent concierge service. If you visit a spa in any of these cities, plan for a 5 - 10% tip.
- It is typical to tip a taxi driver 10% in Vienna and Budapest but not in Prague, where it is unusual to tip a taxi driver.
- You may want to tip your WTT Tour Leader for an outstanding job. The amount is entirely a personal preference. If you'd like a guideline, consider $8-$10 per day.
What other Additional Information do I need to know?
Travelers are required to have a valid passport. Most countries require your passport to be valid a minimum of six months after your return home date, and have at least two consecutive blank pages.
Can I transfer my deposit to another tour?
To get off this tour and register for another tour, you must follow these steps - in the order shown:
2) WAIT before submitting your new reservation! You must receive the Cancellation Confirmation email before submitting your new reservation. This can take up to 2 business days. The Cancellation Confirmation email will list the amount of parked credits from this tour that are now available to use on a new reservation.
3) COMPLETE the new Reservation Form and USE the parked credits towards your deposit on the new tour.
Note: If you used Parked Credits to pay the deposit on this tour, these credits cannot be used a second time and are not eligible to be transferred.
What happens if I need to cancel this tour?

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