KrakowAuschwitzPragueCeský KrumlovViennaBudapestBratislavaAUSTRIAHUNGARYSLOVAKIAPOLANDCZECH REPUBLIC212221NO. OF NIGHTS STAYDAY STOPstart/finishGo to topdeck.travel/TripName for more info.Dates & Prices 2012EXPLORERTRIP CODE: HTBMDay 1 Prague, Czech Republic. Today arrive in the beautiful 'City of a Hundred Spires'. Meet our fellow travellers and Trip Leader at the hotel for our walking tour followed by a welcome dinner. (D) Day 2 Prague. We're off to check out the sights such as the Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, the Astronomical Clock and Prague Castle. Prague is justly famous for its nightlife - from traditional beer halls to the largest club in Eastern Europe. And make sure you keep an eye open for the mysterious Golem of Prague - traditionally found in the historic Jewish Quarter. (B)Day 3 Prague to Krakow, Poland. Today a visit to the former concentration camps of Auschwitz and Birkenau. Then on to Krakow, the former capital of Poland and one of its most charming cities. (B,D) Day 4 Krakow. Today we have a free day to explore. Choose from tours of the Jewish Quarter to visiting the Wieliczka salt mine used since the 13th century. There is also the historic centre which includes the Old Town, Kazimierz and the Wawel Castle. (B) Day 5 Krakow to Budapest, Hungary via Slovakia. Today we head to the twin cities of Buda and Pest situated on the banks of the mighty Danube river. Perhaps a visit to Statue Park to get a glimpse of life behind the Iron Curtain. (B,D) Day 6 Budapest. Today is free to check out the sights such as the outdoor baths, or the underground labyrinth which even has a fountain producing wine! In one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, wander the banks of the Danube, the Buda Castle Quarter, Andrássy Avenue and Heroes' Square. (B)Days 7-8 Budapest to Vienna, Austria via Slovakia. We stop off in Bratislava before heading on to Vienna by boat. We leave our iPods behind as Vienna is a musical gold mine - from the Vienna Boys' Choir to Viennese concerts in spectacular palaces - this city proves that classical can be cool! Make sure you try the tasty Wiener Schnitzel with a side of sauerkraut followed by some Apfelstrudel. (B,D) (B) Day 9 Vienna to Ceský Krumlov, Czech Republic. Ceský Krumlov is a beautiful city in the Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic and the old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Like Prague, the town lies on the Vltava River and is full of cafes and bars and features the country's second largest castle. We can spend our time visiting the castle district or perhaps visit the museum of the painter Egon Schiele, who lived in the town. (B,D)Day 10 Ceský Krumlov to Prague. Today we return to Prague where our trip ends this afternoon. Bid farewell to our crew, trip mates and new friends. (B)Ceský KrumlovViennaBudapestGo to topdeck.travel/Eastern-Escape for more info. WANT TIPS & ADVICE FROM PAST TOPDECK PASSENGERS?CHECK OUT OUR FORUM www.forum.topdeck.travelStartFinish13May1222May12G27May1205Jun1210Jun1219Jun12G24Jun1203Jul12 08Jul1217Jul12G15Jul1224Jul12 22Jul1231Jul1229Jul1207Aug12 05Aug1214Aug12G19Aug1228Aug12 02Sep1211Sep12G16Sep1225Sep1230Sep1209Oct12G14Oct1223Oct12G = Guaranteed Departure10 Days from $1570Total Trip Price $1570Total Trip Price $1620Total Trip Price $1650Price based on per person twin share/ double. 5% reduction for triple share.USD

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