Central European Explorer

10 days

Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest | BPV

Journey through four enchanting cities on this fast-paced tour through the heart of Central Europe. Explore Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin (where you can get a novelty USSR passport), and stand before the iconic Brandenburg Gate. In Prague, cross the Charles Bridge, marvel at the Astronomical Clock, and explore the Golden Lane at Prague Castle. Vienna awaits with Wiener Schnitzel dinners, waltz lessons, and all the grandeur of Schönbrunn Palace. Finally, immerse yourself in the banyas (thermal baths) of Budapest, and tour the open-air museum of Memento Park. From the sombre remnants of World War II to the enduring beauty of classical music, Central Europe awaits your eager exploration.

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Berlin

Day 2: Berlin

Meet your Tour Director at your destination

Take a walking tour of Berlin

Day 3: Berlin

Take a guided tour of Berlin

With your expert local guide you will see:

Brandenburg Gate
Kurfürstendamm
Remains of the Berlin Wall

See Checkpoint CharlieVisit the Topography of Terror Museum

Participate in a Cold War Panel Discussion

Day 4: Berlin • Terezin • Prague

Travel to Prague via Terezin

Excursion to Terezin

Day 5: Prague

Take a guided tour of Prague

With your expert local guide you will see:

St. Vitus Cathedral
Wallenstein Palace Gardens (April - October)
Lennon Wall
Charles Bridge
Old Town Square

Supervised exploration time in Prague

Day 6: Prague • Vienna

Travel to Vienna

Participate in a Tour Director-led Scavenger Hunt

Enjoy a Wiener Schnitzel Dinner

Day 7: Vienna

Take a guided tour of Vienna

With your expert local guide you will see:

Ringstrasse
the Parliament building
Neues Rathaus
Hofburg Palace

Visit Schönbrunn Palace

Supervised Exploration Time in Vienna

Add this in-depth excursion:

Viennese waltz dancing

Experience the elegance and grandeur of the traditional Austrian waltz, the world’s oldest form of ballroom dance. During an optional two-and-a-half-hour lesson, you’ll discover the long and complex relationship between dance and city as you learn to turn and step with the best.

Attend an Evening Concert

Day 8: Vienna • Bratislava • Budapest

Travel to Budapest via Bratislava

Walking tour of Bratislava

Visit Memento Park

Day 9: Budapest

Take a guided tour of Budapest

With your expert local guide you will see:

Heroes Square
Castle Hill
Gellért Hill

Visit Matthias Church

Enjoy exploration time in Budapest

Add this in-depth excursion:

Budapest baths

Budapest’s Széchenyi Thermal Bath is the largest of its kind in Europe. This sprawling spa surrounds you in romantic Neo-baroque architecture. Relax in the indoor thermal baths or venture to the outdoor swimming pool, where you can play chess with locals on oversized boards. Later, explore nearby Heroes’ Square and City Park’s Vajdahunyad Castle, which features replicas of famous Hungarian landmarks.

Day 10: Depart for home

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Your experience includes

This all-inclusive global experience gives students the chance to explore the world–all at an unbeatable value.

Airfare & transportation

Hotels

Meals

Entrances

Full-time Tour Director

Expert Local Guides

Personalized Learning Support

Continuous Support

24-hour Emergency Service

Worldwide Presence

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