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Imperial Capitals - Budapest, Vienna & Prague

From £1,724
Duration 8 Days
Departures from: Jun 2025 - Sept 2025
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From £1,724
Duration 8 Days
Departures from: Jun 2025 - Sept 2025

Tour Overview

Explore a trio of historic destinations in Hungary, Austria and Czechia, and step back in time as you discover exceptional architecture. Start your tour in Hungary’s capital, Budapest, a delightful city split in two by the River Danube. Explore the historic quarters of Buda on one side and the modern architecture and bustling streets of Pest on the other. Next, you’ll head to Vienna, arguably one of Europe’s most ornate and beautiful cities, where you’ll discover iconic sights such as St Stephen’s Cathedral and the grand Hofburg Palace. Perhaps treat yourself to a concert and enjoy the works of Mozart and Strauss during an optional evening excursion. Your tour comes to an end in Prague, a city full of historic highlights including Wenceslas Square, home to the famous Astronomical Clock.

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Your Holiday Includes

  • Return flights
  • 7 nights in 4-star hotels
  • 10 meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners and a welcome drink
  • Travelsphere Holiday Director and Specialist Local Guides
  • Overseas transfers, other transportation and porterage

Included Holiday Highlights

  • Guided tour of Budapest
  • Visit the Slovakian capital, Bratislava
  • Enjoy an evening dinner cruise on the Danube River
  • Guided tour of Cesky Krumlov
  • Discover the famous sights of Vienna, including Schönbrunn Palace
  • Explore Prague and it’s Old Town on a walking tour

Itinerary

Day 1 UK - Budapest

Today, you’ll start your tour of some of the most fascinating European capitals with your flight to Budapest. On arrival, we’ll transfer you to your hotel where you will get to know your fellow travellers over a welcome drink this evening.
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Day 2 Budapest

After breakfast, we’ll begin our explorations with a tour of Hungary's capital, Budapest. The city is split in two by the Danube River, with the historic quarters of Buda on one side and the modern buildings and busy streets of Pest on the other, all linked by eight bridges spanning the river. On our guided tour, we’ll stop at Heroes' Square, where the statues of national heroes are located in two colonnades that draw your eye to the Ezeréves emlékmu (Millenary Monument). This 36-meter-high pillar is topped with a statue of the Archangel Gabriel holding the Hungarian Crown and a cross. Next, we’ll venture to the Castle District, where you’ll discover the stunning Gothic architecture of St. Matthias Church and the Fisherman's Bastion. The Bastion, a viewing terrace, offers unrivalled panoramas along the Danube and across to the parliamentary buildings on the Pest side of the river. We’ve kept the afternoon free for you to discover more of the city at your own pace, before ending the day with an evening cruise along the Danube river including dinner. Meals included: B,D
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Day 3 Budapest - at Leisure

Today has been left free for you to explore more of Budapest at leisure. Perhaps you’d like to visit St Stephen’s Basilica. Its dome is one of the tallest structures in the city, and for a small entry fee you can step inside to admire the beautifully decorated frescoes, marbles and mosaics. Stroll along the Danube towards the Parliament Building, inspired by the British Houses of Parliament, take a moment at the ‘Shoes on the Danube Bank’ a poignant memorial often decorated with flowers, candles, and tributes. The Danube Promenade is also brimming with cafes and bars where you can sit back and watch the world go by. This evening, why not join our optional visit to a typical folklore restaurant where you’ll enjoy the delicious flavours of the local cuisine, drinks and folklore entertainment where you’ll see dancers in traditional costumes perform energetic routines as musicians play on authentic Hungarian instruments – it’s the perfect way to round off your stay in Budapest. Meals included: B
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Day 4 Budapest - Vienna

We leave Budapest this morning and journey to Bratislava and a guided tour in Slovakia’s capital. The city is a hive of fine buildings and you’ll find that its baroque and rococo palaces are as elegant as any in you’ll discover in Europe. Later this afternoon we’ll arrive in the beautiful city of Vienna. Austria's stylish capital and arguably one of Europe's most intensely ornate and beautiful cities. It is renowned throughout the world for its fascinating architecture and above all, its historic association with music. After checking in at the hotel, we’ll venture out to Vienna’s wine region and enjoy a traditional “heurigen” style dinner. Meals included: B,D
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Day 5 Vienna

After breakfast we’ll take a morning tour to discover the many famous sights of Vienna. From the imposing Gothic spire of St Stephen's Cathedral to the grandeur of the Hofburg Palace and the Rococo style of the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace. The afternoon is free for you to make your own discoveries. Why not visit Prater Park where you’ll find the Giant Ferris Wheel with its vintage cabins that offer riders a wonderful view, the city also has a variety of interesting museums and galleries. This evening you have the option to join a Mozart and Strauss concert including dinner. Here you’ll enjoy a performance of some of the most famous pieces of classical music from these two composers. Meals included: B
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Day 6 Vienna - Prague

Today we say farewell to Vienna and move on to Prague. On the way, we’ll make a short stop in Cesky Krumlov, one of Czech Republic most beautiful cities, and take a tour of its highlights such as the Castle, Old Town Square and the Latran Houses. We’ll continue our journey to the Prague, the 'Golden City'. Few visitors could fail to be impressed by the immense architecture, deep sense of history and fascinating traditions that abound here. Tonight, we enjoy a folklore dinner at a local restaurant in Prague, accompanied by music. Meals included: B,D
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Day 7 Prague

The compact centre of Prague's old town is easily explored on foot, and on our walking tour we'll see all the main sights including Wenceslas Square, the main square with its famous Astronomical Clock, and the 14th century Charles Bridge, where local artists display their creations and musicians serenade onlookers. There is free time for you to enjoy lunch, and maybe a Trdelník (chimney cake) from one of the street vendors, before we continue our explorations. We’ll spend the afternoon in the Castle District – home of Prague Castle and St Vitus’ Cathedral. Enjoy your final night at leisure. Why not enjoy dinner in a local restaurant, head to the main square for a drink overlooking the medieval townhouses with your fellow travellers – the choice is yours. Meals included: B
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Day 8 Prague - UK

After breakfast this morning, your holiday comes to an end as we transfer you and your fellow travellers to the airport for our flight back to the UK. Meals included: B

Accommodation (as specified or similar)

NH Budapest City

The NH Budapest City is located in the city centre, a 10-minute walk from the Hungarian Parliament Building, the Danube river and Margaret Island. It offers free Wi-Fi, a sauna and a fitness centre. Each elegantly furnished bedroom features tea and coffee-making facilities, flat-screen TV, safe and a hairdryer.

The NH Budapest City is located in the city centre, a 10-minute walk from the Hungarian Parliament Building, the Danube river and Margaret Island. It offers free Wi-Fi, a sauna and a fitness centre. Each elegantly furnished bedroom features tea and coffee-making facilities, flat-screen TV, safe and a hairdryer.
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PLAZA Premium Vienna

The PLAZA Premium Vienna, only 3.5 km away from the Vienna Central Station, offers 4-star accommodation in the city centre. The hotel includes a fitness room, a garden and a communal lounge. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, safety deposit box and a private bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer.

The PLAZA Premium Vienna, only 3.5 km away from the Vienna Central Station, offers 4-star accommodation in the city centre. The hotel includes a fitness room, a garden and a communal lounge. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, safety deposit box and a private bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer.
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Hotel Royal - Prague

The Hotel Royal Prague is located in the Karlin district, close to the centre of Prague, and within easy access to the Old Town and Wenceslas Square. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi throughout and each bedroom includes a safe, TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee-making facilities. Guests can also enjoy the on-site bar.

The Hotel Royal Prague is located in the Karlin district, close to the centre of Prague, and within easy access to the Old Town and Wenceslas Square. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi throughout and each bedroom includes a safe, TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee-making facilities. Guests can also enjoy the on-site bar.

Optional Excursions

Experience even more of your destination by adding one or more optional experiences to your holiday before you set off. Take a look below at the extra trips you can enjoy on this tour

Vienna - Mozart and Strauss Concert - Prebookable Only

Vienna - Mozart and Strauss Concert - Prebookable Only

One of the best orchestras of Vienna's music world will take you on a journey through time back to the days of Imperial Vienna. Your evening at the concert including Dinner is sure to be a highlight of your holiday. This memorable experience includes return transfers to and from the venue.
One of the best orchestras of Vienna's music world will take you on a journey through time back to the days of Imperial Vienna. Your evening at the concert including Dinner is sure...

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Further Information

Average group size of our tours

Group sizes vary between tours - we have an average group size of 27. We endeavour to make sure the size of the group has a positive impact on each trip and our guests almost always say that the group was one of the highlights of the trip!

Deposit information

When you book a holiday, you will be asked to pay a deposit, this will be made clear at the time of booking. In most cases we will charge the following deposit amount;

  • European Holidays - £200 Per person
  • Worldwide Holidays - £250 or 10% whichever is the greater
  • Ocean Cruises - £250 or 10% whichever is the greater

On some holidays we may charge a slightly higher deposit, to cover any costs we have to pay immediately to secure your booking with our suppliers. This will be made clear at the time of booking.

If you choose a tour that is within 84 days of departure you will need to pay the full balance when you book.

Our cancellation policy

If you decide to cancel your confirmed booking you must notify us (or your travel agent) in writing, as soon as possible. Since we incur costs in cancelling your arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below.

  • More than 75 days before departure - Loss of deposit only
  • 43 - 74 days - 50% of tour price
  • 29 - 42 days - 75% of tour price
  • 15 - 28 days - 90% of tour price
  • Day of Departure - 14 days - 100% of tour price

Our full cancellation policy can be found in our booking terms and conditions, section 8.

How do I find out Entry and Health Requirements for my holiday?

We have partnered with Sherpa, an on-line self service tool that allows you to search up-to-date information regarding travel entry requirements for all countries and also allows you to apply for eVisas or eTAs via their on-line portal. Just click on this link to find out more – Travel Requirements & Visa Service

You can also refer to the Foreign Travel Advice section on the gov.uk website: Foreign travel advice - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Click on your destination and then click on 'Entry Requirements'. For Health Requirements, the Department of Health also offers travellers health advice on www.travelhealthpro.org.uk, click on country information to locate your destination.

It is important to remember that passport, visa and health requirements can change before departure; therefore, we recommend you regularly familiarise yourself with the latest requirements before you travel. If you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements, we are unable to accept any responsibility.

For some destinations, it is not always discernable that a visa is required for entry at the border.  For example, for some customers, to travel to the United States, an ESTA may be required. For Canada, an ETA and to India, an e-visa may be needed. Please do check your requirements to avoid any unnecessary cost and delays.

Prices shown are based on twin occupancy of a double or twin bedded room with private facilities unless otherwise stated. Single occupancy supplements will apply. Travelsphere have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the hotel images provided on this website and images of room types displayed may vary to those offered on your tour. Therefore due to the possibility of inadvertent errors we do not guarantee their accuracy. Accommodation, airlines used and flight times are subject to change and will be confirmed in your final documents.

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