Route: Munich Nuremberg Prague Vienna Budapest Salzburg Munich
Duration: 9 days
Group Size: up to 50 people
Age Range: There is no age limit for this trip, but the average age is between 40 and 70. This tour is popular with couples and solo travellers.
Transport: Private luxury coach with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
Accommodation: 8 nights in carefully selected, top-rated hotels.
Activities: There are plenty of included activities along the way, and lots more optional activities to choose from!
Meals: 8 breakfasts and 1 dinner.
Flexibility: Enquire to add extra nights of accommodation at the start or end of your trip.
Reviews: All independent reviews
Discover the very best of Europe on this 18-day group tour, as you take a long and scenic route from London to Paris, via some of the continents best landscapes, architectures and cuisines.
Popular with more experienced travellers of 35 and above, this group tour is perfect for anyone wanting to travel with like-minded people, whilst maintaining luxurious elements and a true ‘holiday’ feel.
You’ll be guided by a true local in one of our tour directors; someone who has visited all of these places and likely to have lived in a few of them too. They’ll be with you every step of the way to guide you to your accommodation, transport and be on hand to provide you with the best tips to make the most out of each place you visit.
We take all the stress out of travelling so that you’re free to relax and enjoy your trip!
Embark on a splendid Central Europe tour and discover the former Habsburg Empire, starting and ending in Munich. Spend your overnights in some of Central Europe’s most exciting cities, including Prague, Vienna, Budapest, and Salzburg. In Prague, Vienna, and Budapest, expert Local Guides will accompany you, showcasing their cities’ history and secrets while visiting must-see sights. Among the sights you’ll see in Prague are Charles Bridge, built in 1357 and the oldest stone bridge in Europe, and the Astronomical Clock, erected in 1410 with a sinister medieval figure of death who emerges to pull the bell cord. In Budapest, you’ll see the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site Parliament building, considered one of the world’s most impressive parliamentary structures, and Fishermen’s Bastion, which overlooks the city. In Vienna, marvel at the Hofburg, the palatial complex and political center of the Hapsburgs. Spend some time on your own in Vienna by indulging in a delicious Sachertorte at a cafe while listening to a legendary waltz or exploring St. Stephen’s Cathedral with its Romanesque and gothic features. While in Nuremberg, take a stroll through the charming Old Town with its imposing medieval ramparts. In Salzburg, walk through the quaint streets of the town center, visit Mozart’s house, or just savor the taste of delicious chocolates from typical shops. In summary, this comprehensive tour through Central Europe is perfect for value-minded travel lovers wishing to explore vibrant cities, historic sites and enjoy breathtaking scenery of the Alps and the Danube River.
Euroventure are experts in European travel and can organise your travel from anywhere in Europe to the start city of your premium group tour and back again from the last city. Whether you want to get there and back as quickly and directly as possible or you prefer to have a rail holiday either-side of your tour, with Euroventure we can create a custom route for you.
This is an example route from London (but the possibilities across Europe are endless):
Outbound Route: London Direct Eurostar to Paris (2 nights in a hotel) Direct train to Zurich (2 nights in a hotel) Direct train to Munich (2 nights in a hotel)
9 Day Central Europe Tour
Return Route: Munich Direct train to Frankfurt (2 nights in a hotel) Direct train to Brussels (2 nights in a hotel) Eurostar to London
After checking in at the hotel, you’ll have the entire day to unwind or explore Munich at your leisure. This evening, join your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a chance to get to know one another.
Upon leaving Munich the following morning, you’ll step into history by visiting Nuremberg, seeing the pretty market square and castle ruins before visiting the stunning architecture of Our Lady’s Church. Then, journey through Eastern Europe to enter the charming Czech Republic, the perfect backdrop for your evening arrival in magical Prague.
Luxury Coach to Prague
Prague’s Gothic and Baroque architecture must have been pretty inspiring for Prague’s own composers, Dvorak and Smetana. And now, it’s your turn to feast your eyes on some of that architecture during our guided tour! You’ll see some incredible landmarks in the historic Jewish Quarter, cross the beautiful Charles Bridge, and explore the Old Town Square with its magical Astronomical Clock. It’s obligatory when in Prague to also have a few jars of Pilsner Urquell – one of the best beers you’ll find in Europe and often cheaper than buying water!
Luxury Coach to Prague
Travel from Bohemia to Moravia, passing through Austria and onwards to Vienna. Take in the State Opera House, Parliament, and the Town Hall on the included sightseeing tour before stopping for a leisurely stroll through Heroes’ Square and view the Hofburg Imperial Palace. Ensure to save some energy for the exciting evening optional excursion. Take your free morning to explore “Waltz” city further, or browse the shops on the Kärntnerstrasse. In the afternoon, head towards Budapest, crossing the Hungarian border.
Luxury Coach to Budapest
Budapest boasts a wealth of architectural treasures spanning Gothic to Baroque, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau styles. But that’s not all – the city is steeped in history, considered a food capital, and home to an abundance of thermal waters. Immerse yourself in all of these delights and more on our expertly guided city tour.
Luxury Coach to Salzburg
As you travel along the Danube, skirt the river banks back into Austria and catch sight of the majestic Alps as you head towards Salzburg – Mozart’s hometown. Spend your morning leisurely exploring Salzburg or if you’re a Sound of Music fan, join the optional excursion. Later, get back on the road and travel past the beautiful Lake Chiemsee as you make your way to Munich.
Luxury Coach to Munich
Tonight, you can’t miss having a traditional Bavarian dinner at a nearby restaurant to toast the end of your unforgettable vacation with your new friends and look back on all the memories you’ve made.