Tour Prague To Nuremberg & Danube Explorer | Visit Czech Republic, Germany

Meals

12 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners

Transport

Airport transfers outside Australia are included

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival Prague
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival Prague

Situated on the banks of the River Vltava in central Bohemia, this beautiful city is rich in history and is home to some of the world’s most pristine collections of architecture. Included is a three-night stay in Prague.
Day 2 Day 2: Prague
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Prague

This morning we explore the sights of the Old Town Square on a guided walking tour. We see Mozart´s Theatre, Little Square and Astronomical Clock. We continue our tour and walk across the Charles Bridge spanning the River Vltava and full of portrait artists and small vendors, to board our coach to drive to the 1,000–year–old Prague Castle area. With our local guide we walk through Hradcany Square, for the spectacle of the Changing of the Guard. See the magnificent Loreta Monastery, and arrive at Hradcany Castle.You’re Invited: Local Dinner with Entertainment
Day 3 Day 3: Prague
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Prague

Your Tour Director is on hand to help plan your day’s exploring. The baroque quarter of Mala Strana is a must see, as is Josefov, the Jewish quarter. You will no doubt return to the lively atmosphere around the Charles Bridge for another look.DiscoverMORE: Tastes of Czechia (extra expense)
Day 4 Day 4: Prague - Budapest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Prague - Budapest

This morning travel by coach from Prague to Budapest. A warm welcome awaits you from your Captain and crew as you board your Emerald Waterways luxury river cruise ship. After boarding, enjoy some time at your leisure to explore Budapest. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a traditional Hungarian welcome dinner; then, complete the evening with a on board performance of Hungarian folk dancing and music.You’re Invited: Traditional Hungarian Folklore Show & Budapest Evening Cruise
Day 5 Day 5: Budapest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Budapest

Budapest is Eastern Europe’s liveliest and most cosmopolitan city. Enjoy a guided tour of the city sights including the Hungarian Parliament Building, the Buda Castle and the Chain Bridge linking Buda and Pest or an exciting hike on the Buda Hill.EmeraldACTIVE: A guided active walk to Buda Hill
Day 6 Day 6: Vienna
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Vienna

Today, you have a choice of either exploring Austria’s capital beginning with a drive along the Ringstrasse, where we will see the sights of Vienna’s world–famous attractions such as the Opera House, Burgtheater, Spanish Riding School, Town Hall, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Hofburg Imperial Palace. Alternatively, join the guided bike tour instead of the drive around and guided walk. Then, you will have free time to sample the wonderful tastes of Vienna.EmeraldACTIVE: Guided bike Tour
Day 7 Day 7: Vienna
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Vienna

Today you will have the day at leisure to continue exploring Austria’ capital city.DiscoverMORE: Tour to Bratislava (extra expense)AND / ORDiscoverMORE: Exclusive Viennese concert with music from Mozart and Strauss (extra expense)
Day 8 Day 8: Dürnstein - Melk
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Dürnstein - Melk

In the morning we arrive in Dürnstein, one of the most enchanting villages of the Wachau wine region. This is the site of the castle where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned after returning from the crusades in the 12th century. Thereafter, you will drive through the picturesque landscape of this district to the 900–year old Benedictine Abbey of Melk, which features Austria’s finest Italian baroque architecture.EmeraldACTIVE: A guided biking tour along the Danube River from Melk to DürnsteinOREmeraldACTIVE: Guided hike to Dürnstein Castle
Day 9 Day 9: Linz
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Linz

Linz, the European capital of culture in 2009 is a lively, modern city with long and eventful history, reflected in the architecture of the city centre with its unique Baroque Hauptplatz. After your tour, you will have time to stroll through the marvelous old quarter of the city or sit in a typical Austrian Coffee House to taste some local specialties.DiscoverMORE: Tour to Salzburg (extra expense)*** Please note, you can only choose either included tour of Linz or the DiscoverMORE option, as both tours run at the same time.
Day 10 Day 10: Passau
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Passau

Cobblestone streets and graceful arcades welcome you in the beautiful city of Passau. On this morning’s walking tour, stroll through the old town’s narrow alleys and see the hilltop Oberhaus Fortress from the town below. Visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a wonderful example of Baroque architecture and home to Europe’s largest church organ with more than 17,000 pipes.EmeraldACTIVE: Guided hike near Passau
Day 11 Day 11: Passau Disembarkation - Nuremberg
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Passau Disembarkation - Nuremberg

After breakfast, it is time to farewell your fellow passengers and disembark the ship for your transfer to Nuremberg. Nuremberg is situated along the Main–Danube canal, an engineering masterpiece linking the rivers of Germany with the mighty Danube which flows from the Alps to the Black Sea. Your coach tour would pass by the 900-year-old ramparts, the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946, the Nazi party rally grounds, where rallies were held from 1933 until 1938 among other historical sights. Included, is a two-night stay in Nuremberg.
Day 12 Day 12: Nuremberg
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Nuremberg

Today, you will have the day at leisure to continue exploring Nuremberg.
Day 13 Day 13: Nuremberg Farewell
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Nuremberg Farewell

Depart your hotel and transfer to the airportfor your outbound flight.

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13 days tour

Prague To Nuremberg & Danube Explorer

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Itinerary of your trip Prague To Nuremberg & Danube Explorer

Day 1: Arrival Prague

Day 2: Prague

Day 3: Prague

Day 4: Prague - Budapest

Day 5: Budapest

Day 6: Vienna

Day 7: Vienna

Day 8: Dürnstein - Melk

Day 9: Linz

Day 10: Passau

Day 11: Passau Disembarkation - Nuremberg

Day 12: Nuremberg

Day 13: Nuremberg Farewell

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