Overview
In Vienna, view the Hofburg, the palatial complex and the political focal point for the Hapsburgs. You’ll have time on your own in Vienna to sit in a café with a piece of scrumptious Sachertorte, or explore the inside of St. Stephen’s Cathedral with its Romanesque and gothic architecture. You’ll also stop in Bratislava, Slovakia’s capital city, to venture discovering its highlights, such as the castle, a dominant feature of the city for centuries. Vibrant cities and historic sights—along with some beautiful scenery of the Danube River—make this an exciting tour through Central Europe for value-minded travel lovers.
In Vienna, view the Hofburg, the palatial complex and the political focal point for the Hapsburgs. You’ll have time on your own in Vienna to sit in a café with a piece of scrumptious Sachertorte, or explore the inside of St. Stephen’s Cathedral with its Romanesque and gothic architecture. You’ll also stop in Bratislava, Slovakia’s capital city, to venture discovering its highlights, such as the castle, a dominant feature of the city for centuries. Vibrant cities and historic sights—along with some beautiful scenery of the Danube River—make this an exciting tour through Central Europe for value-minded travel lovers.
Itinerary
Welcome to the Czech Republic! Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city with the help of the Cosmos Go app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
The wealth of Gothic and Baroque architecture perhaps inspired Dvorak and Smetana, both Prague composers. Your included guided sightseeing tour features landmarks such as the Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town Square with the Astronomical Clock, built in 1410 with a sinister medieval figure of death who emerges to pull the bell cord. (B)
Travel from Bohemia into Moravia, then into Austria and on to Vienna, where the included sightseeing tour starts with the State Opera, Parliament, and the Town Hall. Stop for a stroll in Heroes' Square to view the Hofburg Imperial Palace. Today's Distance: 205 mi/ 330 km (B)
Vienna, Austria's capital, lies in the country's east on the Danube River. Its artistic and intellectual legacy was shaped by residents including Mozart, Beethoven, and Sigmund Freud. The city is also known for its Imperial palaces and the Museums Quarter district, where in a mix of historic and contemporary buildings, one can admire works by Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt, and other artists. Spend the day exploring on your own or join one of our exciting optional excursions. (B)
Leave the city of "Waltz" and spend some time at leisure in Bratislava, Slovakia's capital city. The pedestrian-only, 18th-century old town is known for its lively bars and cafes. Perched atop a hill, the reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooks Bratislava's historic old town and the Danube. Continue travelling along the Danube and head for the Hungarian border and its capital city, Budapest. Today's Distance: 174 mi/ 280 km. (B)
Budapest is a treasure trove of architectural wonders, from Gothic to Baroque; Neoclassical to Art Nouveau, but it is also full of history, a food capital and surprisingly rich in thermal waters. Discover all of this and more during the guided city tour. Enjoy more of the city on our optional excursion. (B)
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Welcome to the Czech Republic! Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city with the help of the Cosmos Go app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
The wealth of Gothic and Baroque architecture perhaps inspired Dvorak and Smetana, both Prague composers. Your included guided sightseeing tour features landmarks such as the Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town Square with the Astronomical Clock, built in 1410 with a sinister medieval figure of death who emerges to pull the bell cord. (B)
Travel from Bohemia into Moravia, then into Austria and on to Vienna, where the included sightseeing tour starts with the State Opera, Parliament, and the Town Hall. Stop for a stroll in Heroes' Square to view the Hofburg Imperial Palace. Today's Distance: 205 mi/ 330 km (B)
Vienna, Austria's capital, lies in the country's east on the Danube River. Its artistic and intellectual legacy was shaped by residents including Mozart, Beethoven, and Sigmund Freud. The city is also known for its Imperial palaces and the Museums Quarter district, where in a mix of historic and contemporary buildings, one can admire works by Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt, and other artists. Spend the day exploring on your own or join one of our exciting optional excursions. (B)
Leave the city of "Waltz" and spend some time at leisure in Bratislava, Slovakia's capital city. The pedestrian-only, 18th-century old town is known for its lively bars and cafes. Perched atop a hill, the reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooks Bratislava's historic old town and the Danube. Continue travelling along the Danube and head for the Hungarian border and its capital city, Budapest. Today's Distance: 174 mi/ 280 km. (B)
Budapest is a treasure trove of architectural wonders, from Gothic to Baroque; Neoclassical to Art Nouveau, but it is also full of history, a food capital and surprisingly rich in thermal waters. Discover all of this and more during the guided city tour. Enjoy more of the city on our optional excursion. (B)
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- 6 Breakfasts
- Prague Hotel Duo Praha (First-Class)
- Vienna Roomz Vienna Prater (First-Class)
- Budapest Intercity Hotel Budapest (First-Class)
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
- 2025 Special Departures Christmas markets departures: 05 and 12 December – includes Prague, Vienna, and Budapest Christmas market visits.
- 6 Breakfasts
- Prague Hotel Duo Praha (First-Class)
- Vienna Roomz Vienna Prater (First-Class)
- Budapest Intercity Hotel Budapest (First-Class)
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
- 2025 Special Departures Christmas markets departures: 05 and 12 December – includes Prague, Vienna, and Budapest Christmas market visits.
Enjoy inside visits to Europe's the must-see sites with a great mix of included excursions, free time and affordable value. Read more
Cosmos build free time into every one of their vacations, so you can eat, shop, and explore the way you want. Read more
Cosmos' easy going, fun-filled and multilingual Tour Directors and Local Guides love exploring as much as you do. Read more
Enjoy inside visits to Europe's the must-see sites with a great mix of included excursions, free time and affordable value. Read more
Cosmos build free time into every one of their vacations, so you can eat, shop, and explore the way you want. Read more
Cosmos' easy going, fun-filled and multilingual Tour Directors and Local Guides love exploring as much as you do. Read more
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Cosmos Worldwide (2025-26)
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Cosmos Worldwide (2025-26)
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