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Journeys: Explore Central Europe
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Length
9 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Berlin (Germany)
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Ends in
Budapest (Hungary)
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Available Tour Start Dates
APR 25, 2026 to DEC 13, 2027
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Activity Level
Easy
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Guaranteed Date(s)
Yes means that there is at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur. No means that there is not at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur, which usually means that the vendor wants a certain amount of reservations on each tour in order for each one to occur. Of course, the terms and conditions of the vendor do allow for the vendor to cancel guaranteed tour dates for certain reasons (for example, a natural disaster).Yes
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Special Interest(s)
National Geographic Journeys
Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam - all without sacrificing comfort., Small GroupGroup trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
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Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$2,169.30
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Overview
Delve into the cultural wonders of Central Europe on a survey of its most celebrated landmarks, from Germany's iconic Brandenburg Gate to Czechia's centuries-old Charles Bridge. Step into the past in Berlin, Vienna, Prague, Budapest, and the Bohemian countryside, exploring ancient castles and historic districts alongside local historians. Taste culinary specialties, discover contemporary art, and experience the ever-evolving vibrancy of these storied places.
Visited During Tour
Berlin (Germany) | Budapest (Hungary) | Cesky Krumlov (Czech Republic) | Prague (Czech Republic) | Vienna (Austria)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
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Dates, Offers & Prices
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Tour Itinerary
G Adventures Tour Code EDENG-10664
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1Berlin
Arrive at any time.
Please make your own way to the joining hotel.We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this world-renowned city.
Check-in time at hotel is approximately 3:00pm.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
Your opportunity to meet your National Geographic Expedition Leader and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodations: NH Berlin Alexanderplatz -
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2Berlin
Set out on an orientation walk with your National Geographic Expedition Leader to get your bearings. Then discover sections of the Berlin Wall with a local historian, delving deeper into the political and social history of the so-called Iron Curtain from its rise to its fall. During free time this afternoon, opt to join a river tour, people-watch at the historic Brandenburg Gate, or glimpse the city's flourishing art scene at local galleries and museums.
Berlin is an amazing city with tangible historical importance and is a melting pot of different cultures and flavours.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Orientation With National Geographic Expedition Leader
Enjoy a brief walk with your National Geographic Expedition Leader. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
Walk the Berlin Wall with a Historian
Walk sections of the Berlin Wall with a local historian to discus the the barrier that divided a country between east and west. Examine the political, social and cultural aspects of the wall from its beginnings to the fall.
Free Time
Opt to visit the East Side Gallery, Checkpoint Charlie, world-class museums, or the Berlin Television Tower for a sweeping view.
Accommodations: NH Berlin Alexanderplatz6Optional Activities for Day 2
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3Berlin/Prague
Travel by private vehicle to Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic and one of Europe's best-preserved medieval cities. Enjoy a guided tour of the historic centre, which dates largely to the 14th century and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. As you walk along the cobbled streets, chart the city's development through the centuries according to architectural style, from the Middle Ages to present day. This evening, opt to watch the sunset from a lively beer garden on the banks of the Vltava River.
A great way to spend the evening is watching the sunset from the heights of the Letna Beer Garden, where you can sample Czech beer, world-famous for its superb quality and low cost.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Prague Guided City Tour
Enjoy a guided tour of the old town including the Jewish quarter, astronomical clock, Charles Bridge, and Wenceslas Square. Visit all the major sights of the Old Town and simply soak up the atmosphere of a unique community where every street, inn, or theatre tells a story.
Accommodations: Miss Sophie's Downtown1Optional Activities for Day 3
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4Prague
Enjoy a free day to explore the "city of a hundred spires." Wind your way past baroque domes and Gothic spires, sprawling plazas and spectacular cathedrals. Cross the iconic Charles Bridge, amble through the historic Jewish Quarter, marvel at the medieval astronomical clock, and delve into modern history at Wenceslas Square, where citizens rallied for an end to communism during the Velvet Revolution. Opt to climb more than 200 steps up to the palaces and courtyards of the monumental Prague Castle, the world's largest ancient castle complex. Check out a local restaurant and try traditional Czech cuisine, such as goulash and dumplings.
Charles Bridge by day is packed with vendors and street musicians. At night, it is less crowded, and it's much easier to appreciate the scenery as well as the ever-so-slightly sinister quality of the statues looming overhead. Cross the bridge and you'll find yourself in Mala Strana, a far less crowded district that offers the perfect atmosphere for some introspective wandering. If you're in the area and want to experience traditional Czech pubs which are guaranteed to be loud, lively, and packed with locals on any night of the week, this is the place for it. You'll find restaurants serving traditional Czech cuisine like fried pork cutlets, goulash, and dumplings.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Enjoy this lively city with a full free day to explore.
Accommodations: Miss Sophie's Downtown4Optional Activities for Day 4
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5Prague/Cesky Krumlov
Take a scenic drive through the Bohemian countryside to the fairytale town of Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Opt to visit the Cesky Krumlov State Castle and Chateau, and get lost in the Gothic castle's hidden passageways, Baroque theatre, and hedge maze as you explore these epic grounds built between the 14th and 19th centuries.
The inclusion of Cesky Krumlov on UNESCO's List of Natural and Cultural Heritage was undoubtedly a turning point in the modern history of the town. It sent a clear signal to the rest of the cultural world that South Bohemia has something unique to offer.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Get out and explore.
Accommodations: Hotel Gold1Optional Activities for Day 5
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6Cesky Krumlov/Vienna
Cross the border into Austria, where you will join a local chef at the famed Naschmarkt, established in the 16th century as a marketplace for wooden milk bottles, sampling some of Vienna's finest delicacies as you explore the stalls and lanes. Enjoy free time this evening to see Vienna's land-marked cathedral or simply enjoy a walk around the elegant capital.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Naschmarkt Walk
Vienna's famous Naschmarkt was established in the 16th century as a marketplace for wooden milk bottles. Today, it's the city's most popular market and a major destination for visitors. Discover its bounty of stalls and lanes with the guidance of a local chef, who'll talk about the history of the market and provide professional insight on the local cuisine and food culture of this historic city. Learn all you ever wanted about Austrian cheeses, sausages, spices, and oils and take part in tastings throughout. This perfectly tasty experience is ideal for foodies and novices alike.
Accommodations: Elaya Hotel Vienna City West1Optional Activities for Day 6
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7Vienna
This morning, go on orientation walk around Vienna. Stop by a local cafe to pair a cup of rich Viennese coffee with a slice of the famed Sacher torte-a decadent chocolate and nougat confection historically linked to the city's distinguished coffee houses. Then take in some of Europe's most distinguished art galleries, visit the stunning Lipizzaner horses of the renowned Spanish Riding School, experience mass with the Vienna Boys Choir, or settle into a cafe.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Orientation With National Geographic Expedition Leader
Enjoy a brief walk with your National Geographic Expedition Leader. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
Sacher Torte Tasting
Sample the world-famous Sacher Torte - a decadent chocolate cake topped with apricot jam and dark chocolate icing - in its birthplace, paired with a cup of rich Viennese coffee. It's a cultural experience as well as a delicious afternoon treat.
Free Time
Enjoy the city as you wish.
Accommodations: Elaya Hotel Vienna City West5Optional Activities for Day 7
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8Vienna/Budapest
Catch a train to the Hungarian capital, Budapest-a vibrant city where rich history, stunning architecture, and rich culture come together along the beautiful Danube River. Head out for a guided historic walking tour through the city's medieval and Jewish districts. Immerse yourself in the pre-Ottoman worlds of Buda and Pest, separated by the Danube River, and learn about events of historical significance along the way. During free time, choose to "take the waters" at a thermal bathhouse or explore the stunning Baroque castle, the historic residence of the Hungarian kings. Choose to join the Chief Experience Officer for an optional farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
You might like to have an optional dinner at a local restaurant on Vaci Utca, which is the bustling main street of Budapest.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Train
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Budapest History Walking Tour
Unravel the secrets of Budapest on a 3-hour walking tour of the city's medieval and Jewish districts. Your guide will meet you and then take you to visit Great Market Hall, the city's largest food market, before making your way through winding streets to see remnants of Budapest's 15th-century fortress walls. Immerse yourself in the pre-Ottoman worlds of Buda and Pest, separated by the Danube River, and learn about events of historical significance along the way. Stop for a coffee break, then continue onto the city's Jewish district and visit the Dohany Street Synagogue to learn about the history of Hungarian Jews. Today, this area is known for its "ruin bars" and is a lively center of nightlife.
Free Time
Enjoy some time to explore on your own.
Accommodations: Nemzeti Budapest MGallery Hotel8Optional Activities for Day 8
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9Budapest
Depart at any time.
We recommend staying a few extra days to experience all this city has to offer.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your Expedition Leader can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Journeys: Explore Central Europe tour:
Berlin
NH Berlin Alexanderplatz
Location
Landsberger Allee 26
Berlin, Germany-10249
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Budapest
Nemzeti Budapest MGallery Hotel
Location
Ntak: Sz19000217
Szálloda, József krt. 4
Budapest, Hungary-1088
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Cesky Krumlov
Hotel Gold
Location
Linecká 55
Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic-381 01
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Prague
Miss Sophie's Downtown
Location
Opletalova 39
Prague, Czech Republic-110 00
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Vienna
Elaya Hotel Vienna City West
Location
Webgasse 23
Vienna, Austria-1060
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
More Details
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Journeys: Explore Central Europe tour:
Group Size
Max 16, Avg 12.
What's Included
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Walk the Berlin Wall with a Historian, BerlinYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Naschmarkt Walk, ViennaYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and GroupYour Foodie Moment: Sacher Torte Tasting, Vienna. Tour Prague's old town including the Jewish quarter, clock tower, Charles Bridge, and Wenceslas Square. Visit a Viennese cafe and sample Sacher Torte. Guided Budapest History Walking Tour. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Highlights
Explore sections of the Berlin Wall, Explore Prague's old town, Taste the world-famous Sacher Torte in Vienna, Visit the bustling market with a foodie-guide.
Message from G Adventures About Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your National Geographic Expedition Leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy please bear in mind that all clients must have medical coverage and that we require a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Optional Activities
G Adventures is offering the following optional activities at an additional cost, subject to availability:
Berlin- East Side Gallery Visit Along Berlin Wall (Free)- Judisches Museum Visit (15EUR per person)- Television Tower (Fernsehturm) Visit (28.50EUR per person)- Brandenburg Gate Visit (Free)- The Berlin Wall Memorial (Free)- Checkpoint Charlie Museum Visit (18.50EUR per person)Prague- Letna Beer Garden Visit (Free-3EUR per person)- Petrin Hill Hike (Free-30CZK per person)- Czech Craft Beer & Food Tasting Tour- Mala Strana Visit- Prague Castle (Hradcany) Visit (450-350CZK per person)Cesky Krumlov- State Castle and Chateau Cesky Krumlov Tour (360CZK per person)Vienna- Saint Stephen's Cathedral Visit (Free)- Schonbrunn Palace Visit/Tour (11-15EUR per person)- View Lipizzaner Horses at Spanish Riding School of Vienna (14EUR per person)- Vienna State Opera House Visit (8EUR per person)- Vienna Boys' Choir Visit (56-200EUR per person)Budapest- Chain Bridge (Free)- Buda Castle Visit (1500HUF per person)- Thermal Baths Visit (5700HUF per person)- Great Market Hall Visit (Free)- Danube River Cruise- Hungarian National Museum (3500HUF per person)- Hungarian State Opera House (10500HUF per person)- Parliament Building Visit (7000HUF per person)
Accommodation Summary
Hotel/pensions - 8 nts.
Meals Included
8 breakfasts
What are the meals like on this trip?
Eating is a big part of travelling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your National Geographic Expedition Leader will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. The above information applies to G Adventures group trips. For Independent trips please check the itinerary for details of meals included. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
Group Leader
Local Guide, National Geographic Expedition Leader throughout
What is the group leader like?
All National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our National Geographic Expedition Leader. The aim of the National Geographic Expedition Leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.
International Flights
No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour. However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details. In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.
Transportation
Train, private van, walking.
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
Checklist
Documents:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Smart Dress:o Smart outfit (For evenings out)Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao Swimwear
When can I do my laundry on this trip?
Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.
Service Level
Upgraded: Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
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