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Chateaux, Castles, Historic Towns |
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Tour well-preserved
architecture of all periods, magnificent interiors,
including the UNESCO-protected towns of Cesky Krumlov
and Telc, and the Lednice-Valtice cultural landscape,
known as the "Garden of Europe". |
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map of route & highlights!
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Day 1 |
Vienna
You will be met at your Vienna hotel accommodation by
our tour manager. During the Welcome Dinner in a nearby
traditional Viennese restaurant you will meet your
fellow travelers and learn details of your tour.
Overnight in Vienna. |
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Day 2 |
Vienna
- Mikulov
After breakfast in your hotel you will start a minibus
tour of Vienna and the Schonbrunn Chateau. In the
afternoon - transfer to Mikulov, Czech Republic, the
lovely border town, dominated by an imposing castle. In
the evening experience dinner in a charming wine cellar,
one of many in this predominantly wine-making region.
Overnight in Mikulov. |
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Day 3 |
Lednice-Valtice area
A morning tour of the nearby UNESCO World Heritage Site,
the Lednice-Valtice Area, the largest designed
landscape in Europe. This former Liechtenstein estate
abounds in chateaux, ponds, woods, orchards, allees, and
follies (small romantic structures set into the
landscape to complement the natural surroundings). You
will visit both main chateaux, Valtice and Lednice, the
adjoining parks and gardens, and enjoy a leisurely
stroll among the follies. Overnight in Mikulov.
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Day 4 |
Mikulov - Telc
In the morning you will start a tour of Mikulov,
with numerous historical sights of both Christian and
Jewish heritage. At the castle,which has seen visits by,
among others, Empress Maria Theresa and Napoleon, you
will see the largest wine barrel in central Europe.
After lunch transfer to Vranov nad Dyji, a
fairytale-like castle overlooking a river canyon, and a
jewel of Czech Baroque. Afterwards you will visit the
romantic castle ruin of Cornstejn and Castle
Bitov. Evening arrival in Telc.
Overnight in Telc. |
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Day 5 |
Telc -
Jindrichuv Hradec
The town of Telc was added to the list of UNESCO
World Heritage Sites for its unique, perfectly preserved
Renaissance square and chateau, which you will tour in
the morning. In the afternoon, after a short stop in
Dacice to vie wits Empire chateau, you will visit
another amazing Renaissance town, Slavonice, located
directly on the border with Austria. Later in the day
there is a castle ruin to be seen, Landstejn, a
place where the German poet Schiller located his famous
drama Robbers. Evening arrival in Jindrichuv Hradec.
Overnight in Jindrichuv Hradec. |
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Day 6 |
Jindrichuv Hradec - Trebon
In the morning, tour the magnificent Renaissance castle,
the third largest castle complex in the Czech Republic.
In the afternoon visit the charming little river chateau
of Cervena Lhota. Evening arrival in Trebon, a
lovely town in the South Bohemian basin, abounding in
fishponds, nature reserves, excellent fish specialties,
and local beer.
Overnight in Trebon. |
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Day 7 |
Trebon
- Cesky Krumlov
The historical center of the town of Trebon can
be entered only through one of the historical gates,
crossing a tiny stream, dug by handin the 16th century.
The town is surrounded by a system of ponds and canals,
today part of a UNESCO-protected Biosphere Reserve.
After a tour of Trebon chateau, town, and the
surrounding park, you will have the opportunity to relax
in the afternoon and take a walk along the trails within
the reserve. In the evening you will arrive in Cesky
Krumlov, the second most visited Czech town after
Prague, protected by UNESCO.
Overnight in Cesky Krumlov. |
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Day 8 |
Cesky
Krumlov
This jewel of South Bohemia is situated on the banks of
the meandering upper course of the Vltava river. Its
imposing castle complex, second largest after Prague,
offers a tour through its numerous chambers, and the
oldest surviving Baroque theatre in Europe. In the
chateau park there is an open-air theatre with a
revolving auditorium, offering plays in the summer. The
protected historical town center boasts a medieval
square, churches, museums and galleries, a host of
winding little streets with tiny cafes, restaurants, and
shops.
Overnight in Cesky Krumlov. |
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Day 9 |
Cesky
Krumlov - Prague
Enjoy more of Cesky Krumlov in the morning, then
transfer to the breathtaking chateau of Hluboka built in
the Neo-Gothic style, above the River Vltava. This
chateau, with its unparalleled woodwork interiors, is a
must for every visitor of the Czech Republic. In the
late afternoon you will transfer to Tabor, a medieval
town founded by the Hussites in the 15th century. After
a tour of this town you will arrive in Prague.
Overnight in Prague. |
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Day 10 |
Prague
Your tour is crowned by the final destination, Prague,
considered by many to be the world‘s most beautiful
city. You will get a full day’s tour of Prague along its
most well-known sights, the castle, the many churches,
the ancient Charles Bridge, the Jewish monuments,
Kafka’s house, and much more. In the evening you will be
treated to a wonderful farewell dinner in a traditional
Prague restaurant.
Overnight in Prague. |
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Day 11 |
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your
homebound flight. |
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11 days/10 nights |
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Costs |
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Land Costs include: |
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• accommodation with
breakfast and dinner 9
nights (guided 10 nights)
• transportation by
air-conditioned minibus
• luggage transfer during
the entire trip
• informal welcome on
arrival by your program
coordinator
• detailed information
package containing maps,
itineraries and instructions
• contact person available
to deal with any problems
• professional services of a
trained guide (guided)
• tickets to all visited
sites (guided)
• value added tax |
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Price Self-Guided Tour:
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Price Net Per Person |
EURO
1,895.- |
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Price Guided Tour:
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Price Net Per Person |
EURO
1,985.- |
(based on
twin - bed room)
• Single supplement:
EURO 350.- |
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Guided
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