Croatia & the Dalmatian Coast
with Prague & Budapest!
with Prague & Budapest!
3 Countries
12 Days
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September 19-October 1 2022
The Czech Republic and Bohemia, the Charles Bridge of Prague, Budapest on the Danube, the Stunning Lakes of Plitvice, Central Markets, Walled Medieval Villages, Roman Ruins, Three Mediterranean Islands, Outstanding Cuisine and Unparalleled History.
12 Days
The following dates are now part of your new Flex-Dates ®. Click here for more information.
September 19-October 1 2022
The Czech Republic and Bohemia, the Charles Bridge of Prague, Budapest on the Danube, the Stunning Lakes of Plitvice, Central Markets, Walled Medieval Villages, Roman Ruins, Three Mediterranean Islands, Outstanding Cuisine and Unparalleled History.
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Got 6 or more people together and want to make this a private tour? Email us here
Get going on dreaming about your trip! Schedule a free 30 minute planning session
Day One
Prague, Czech Republic
We will meet in our centrally located hotel right in the center of Prague, the heart of Bohemia. Called the ‘city of 100 spires’ this preserved capital is also the home of colorful churches, baroque buildings and a medieval clock. All this awaits us in the beautifully preserved capital of the Czech Republic.
We will start with an orientation walk of Prague, which includes Wenceslas Square, St. Vitus Cathedral, and Prague Castle.
Join us after our walk for a welcome drink and introductions. Later we will have dinner together featuring delicious Bohemian food and the finest beer!
Orientation walk of Prague/ Introductions & Welcome drink/ Dinner together/ Overnight Prague/UNESCO World Heritage Site (the Historic Centre of Prague).
Prague, Czech Republic
We will meet in our centrally located hotel right in the center of Prague, the heart of Bohemia. Called the ‘city of 100 spires’ this preserved capital is also the home of colorful churches, baroque buildings and a medieval clock. All this awaits us in the beautifully preserved capital of the Czech Republic.
We will start with an orientation walk of Prague, which includes Wenceslas Square, St. Vitus Cathedral, and Prague Castle.
Join us after our walk for a welcome drink and introductions. Later we will have dinner together featuring delicious Bohemian food and the finest beer!
Orientation walk of Prague/ Introductions & Welcome drink/ Dinner together/ Overnight Prague/UNESCO World Heritage Site (the Historic Centre of Prague).
Day Two
Prague, Czech Republic
We are up early for our guided walk of Prague. We will stroll over to the astronomical clock and down to the Charles Bridge. We will be able to get some great pictures as we take in this bridge that has been taking people across the Vltava River for over 600 years. Our walk then continues up to the Hradcani Castle, the Cathedral, and the beautiful winding streets of Prague.
The rest of the day is yours. Maybe you would like to see the The Průhonice Park or other sites? We will be on hand to get you there! Dinner on your own tonight. Maybe you would like to experience a traditional Czech beer hall (some people claim that Pilsener is the best Czech invention ever). We’ll be on hand for recommendations for the best beer halls to be had.
Breakfast/ Guided walk of Prague/Astronomical Clock & the Charles Bridge/ Hradcani Castle/ Cathedral/ Overnight Prague/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (the Historic Center of Prague).
Prague, Czech Republic
We are up early for our guided walk of Prague. We will stroll over to the astronomical clock and down to the Charles Bridge. We will be able to get some great pictures as we take in this bridge that has been taking people across the Vltava River for over 600 years. Our walk then continues up to the Hradcani Castle, the Cathedral, and the beautiful winding streets of Prague.
The rest of the day is yours. Maybe you would like to see the The Průhonice Park or other sites? We will be on hand to get you there! Dinner on your own tonight. Maybe you would like to experience a traditional Czech beer hall (some people claim that Pilsener is the best Czech invention ever). We’ll be on hand for recommendations for the best beer halls to be had.
Breakfast/ Guided walk of Prague/Astronomical Clock & the Charles Bridge/ Hradcani Castle/ Cathedral/ Overnight Prague/ UNESCO World Heritage Site (the Historic Center of Prague).
Day Three
Budapest, Hungary
We’ll board our plane for the quick trip (1 hr 25m) to Budapest, a UNESCO World Heritage City. We’ll drop our bags off at the hotel and you can freshen up before we head out for a our orientation walk, on the castle side (Buda) of the Danube. There will be many highlights to see as we absorb the scenes of Budapest from up high.
Budapest is also home to some classic restaurants offering superb Hungarian fare. Later we will dine together while enjoying the local wines this region is known for.
Breakfast/ Flight Prague-Budapest/ Guided tour of the Buda side/ Buda Castle/Dinner together/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Budapest
Budapest, Hungary
We’ll board our plane for the quick trip (1 hr 25m) to Budapest, a UNESCO World Heritage City. We’ll drop our bags off at the hotel and you can freshen up before we head out for a our orientation walk, on the castle side (Buda) of the Danube. There will be many highlights to see as we absorb the scenes of Budapest from up high.
Budapest is also home to some classic restaurants offering superb Hungarian fare. Later we will dine together while enjoying the local wines this region is known for.
Breakfast/ Flight Prague-Budapest/ Guided tour of the Buda side/ Buda Castle/Dinner together/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Budapest
Day Four
Budapest, Hungary
This morning is yours for the taking. Sleep in a little bit, go for a walk in a nearby park or sit in a sidewalk cafe and people watch.
Join us in the afternoon as we take our private walking tour of Pest. We'll walk the Danube promenade with views back to Buda Castle. We'll see the Chain Bridge, the Central Hall market, Heroes' Square, and so much more. We'll end our walk at the New York Cafe at the Boscolo Budapest hotel where you may partake in the afternoon tea if you wish.
Dinner is on your own and during our walk we will point out some stunning restaurants to try for yourself! Or maybe you would like to book a Danube river cruise dinner? We'll help you pick from the best ones.
Breakfast/ Morning free/ Guided Tour of Pest/ Promenade Walk/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Budapest
Budapest, Hungary
This morning is yours for the taking. Sleep in a little bit, go for a walk in a nearby park or sit in a sidewalk cafe and people watch.
Join us in the afternoon as we take our private walking tour of Pest. We'll walk the Danube promenade with views back to Buda Castle. We'll see the Chain Bridge, the Central Hall market, Heroes' Square, and so much more. We'll end our walk at the New York Cafe at the Boscolo Budapest hotel where you may partake in the afternoon tea if you wish.
Dinner is on your own and during our walk we will point out some stunning restaurants to try for yourself! Or maybe you would like to book a Danube river cruise dinner? We'll help you pick from the best ones.
Breakfast/ Morning free/ Guided Tour of Pest/ Promenade Walk/ UNESCO World Heritage Site-Budapest
Day Five
Plitvice Lakes Croatia
We are off to Croatia this morning by bus **. Along the way we will have a short stop for lunch. We will hit Zagreb, the capital, in the afternoon, where we will have a short walking tour of this lovely city.
We will be off later in the afternoon for the Plitvice Lakes region, a stunning area, a national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As we settle into our lodge, you can have a drink on the terrace, take a swim in the pool, or go for a walk nearby. Join us later as we enjoy a sumptuous dinner together with local wines.
Breakfast / Private Transport to Croatia/ Walking tour of Zagreb/ Dinner together/UNESCO World Heritage Site Plitvice Lakes National Park/ Overnight Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
**this is a rather long day due to the morning transport between countries-we will alert you to this ahead of time**
Plitvice Lakes Croatia
We are off to Croatia this morning by bus **. Along the way we will have a short stop for lunch. We will hit Zagreb, the capital, in the afternoon, where we will have a short walking tour of this lovely city.
We will be off later in the afternoon for the Plitvice Lakes region, a stunning area, a national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As we settle into our lodge, you can have a drink on the terrace, take a swim in the pool, or go for a walk nearby. Join us later as we enjoy a sumptuous dinner together with local wines.
Breakfast / Private Transport to Croatia/ Walking tour of Zagreb/ Dinner together/UNESCO World Heritage Site Plitvice Lakes National Park/ Overnight Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
**this is a rather long day due to the morning transport between countries-we will alert you to this ahead of time**
Day Six
Zadar, Croatia
We are up very early for our tour of the Plitvice Lakes National Park, the home to many lakes, waterfalls, and stunning natural scenery. Join us for a picnic lunch midday.
We are off later in the day for the city of Zadar, right on the Dalmatian coast on the Adriatic sea. After we visit the famous ‘sea organ’ and the ‘monument to the sun’ down by the seaside, we will walk to dinner together for local specialties.
Breakfast / Walking tour of Plitvica Lakes National Park/ Picnic lunch/ Seaside walk/ Dinner together/UNESCO World Heritage Site Plitvice Lakes National Park /UNESCO World Heritage Site List Zadar/ Overnight Zadar
Zadar, Croatia
We are up very early for our tour of the Plitvice Lakes National Park, the home to many lakes, waterfalls, and stunning natural scenery. Join us for a picnic lunch midday.
We are off later in the day for the city of Zadar, right on the Dalmatian coast on the Adriatic sea. After we visit the famous ‘sea organ’ and the ‘monument to the sun’ down by the seaside, we will walk to dinner together for local specialties.
Breakfast / Walking tour of Plitvica Lakes National Park/ Picnic lunch/ Seaside walk/ Dinner together/UNESCO World Heritage Site Plitvice Lakes National Park /UNESCO World Heritage Site List Zadar/ Overnight Zadar
Day Seven
Zadar Croatia
Today we have a private tour of Zadar. We'll see the Roman Forum, the 9th century Byzantine church of St. Donates, and other memorable parts of the town. Lunch on your own at any of the great spots in town.
Then the afternoon is yours. You can take an optional cruise to the Kornati Island, a national park, to see the unspoiled area off the coast of Zadar, or hit the nearby beaches.
Dinner on your own with recommendations from us.
Breakfast / Private Tour of Zadar/ Optional Boat tour of Kornati Islands** / UNESCO World Heritage Site List Zadar / List for UNESCO World Heritage Site-Kornati Islands** /Overnight Zadar
**not included in tour price
Zadar Croatia
Today we have a private tour of Zadar. We'll see the Roman Forum, the 9th century Byzantine church of St. Donates, and other memorable parts of the town. Lunch on your own at any of the great spots in town.
Then the afternoon is yours. You can take an optional cruise to the Kornati Island, a national park, to see the unspoiled area off the coast of Zadar, or hit the nearby beaches.
Dinner on your own with recommendations from us.
Breakfast / Private Tour of Zadar/ Optional Boat tour of Kornati Islands** / UNESCO World Heritage Site List Zadar / List for UNESCO World Heritage Site-Kornati Islands** /Overnight Zadar
**not included in tour price
Day Eight
Island of Hvar
We take off inland for our trip to the small island town of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a small quaint town. Trogir (called Trau by the Venetians) is a lovely walled city boasting both Romanesque and Renaissance buildings. Our guide will be on hand to take us around and then show us some spots for lunch on your own.
Afterwards, we are off to Split with its walled city, Roman palace, and palm-lined streets. We’ll delve into the role this city played in Roman history. We will tour the Diocletian's Palace, erected by the Roman emperor in the 4th century. Once home to thousands, it still has more than 200 buildings within its enclaves. Then we are off to the cathedral of St. Domnius one of the best, standing Roman ruins in existence today. For those who want we can climb up the belfry to catch the sites of the town below us.
In the afternoon, we will head with our ferry to the lovely island of Hvar, renowned for its beautiful harbor town and wineries in the hinterland villages. Be sure to sit seaside right outside of our hotel for cocktails as the sun sets.
Join us later for dinner together in a quayside spot that we love!
Breakfast/ Private Transportation to Trogir and Split/ Ferry to Hvar/ Guided tour of Trogir and Split/ Dinner together/ UNESCO World Heritage city of Trogir/ UNESCO World Heritage city of Split/ Island of Hvar/ Overnight Hvar
Island of Hvar
We take off inland for our trip to the small island town of Trogir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a small quaint town. Trogir (called Trau by the Venetians) is a lovely walled city boasting both Romanesque and Renaissance buildings. Our guide will be on hand to take us around and then show us some spots for lunch on your own.
Afterwards, we are off to Split with its walled city, Roman palace, and palm-lined streets. We’ll delve into the role this city played in Roman history. We will tour the Diocletian's Palace, erected by the Roman emperor in the 4th century. Once home to thousands, it still has more than 200 buildings within its enclaves. Then we are off to the cathedral of St. Domnius one of the best, standing Roman ruins in existence today. For those who want we can climb up the belfry to catch the sites of the town below us.
In the afternoon, we will head with our ferry to the lovely island of Hvar, renowned for its beautiful harbor town and wineries in the hinterland villages. Be sure to sit seaside right outside of our hotel for cocktails as the sun sets.
Join us later for dinner together in a quayside spot that we love!
Breakfast/ Private Transportation to Trogir and Split/ Ferry to Hvar/ Guided tour of Trogir and Split/ Dinner together/ UNESCO World Heritage city of Trogir/ UNESCO World Heritage city of Split/ Island of Hvar/ Overnight Hvar
Day Nine
Island of Hvar
Join us as we take a walking tour of the fortressed town of Hvar, the site of an ancient Illyrian settlement (500BC).
We will then take to the road to explore some of the outposts of the island, with stops at a local winery for a tour and a tasting.
After our tour, you can have lunch on your own with plenty of recommendations from us.
In the afternoon, you can do several things. Shop, sit in a seaside cafe, go for a swim just down the way. Hvar will be yours to explore.
We will be on hand to recommend a restaurant for dinner on your own.
Breakfast/ Guided Tour of Hvar town/ Winery stop and tasting / Overnight Hvar
Island of Hvar
Join us as we take a walking tour of the fortressed town of Hvar, the site of an ancient Illyrian settlement (500BC).
We will then take to the road to explore some of the outposts of the island, with stops at a local winery for a tour and a tasting.
After our tour, you can have lunch on your own with plenty of recommendations from us.
In the afternoon, you can do several things. Shop, sit in a seaside cafe, go for a swim just down the way. Hvar will be yours to explore.
We will be on hand to recommend a restaurant for dinner on your own.
Breakfast/ Guided Tour of Hvar town/ Winery stop and tasting / Overnight Hvar
Day Ten
Island of Korcula
We are off by boat to the charming island of Korcula for a two night stay. Full of vineyard and olive grove delights, it offers the finest in island living. Said to produce the best white wines in all of Croatia, we will sample them for ourselves, to see.
We will have an orientation walk of the old town and afterwards we will enjoy a lovely dinner together.
Breakfast/ Ferry to Hvar/ Exploring Hvar/ Ferry to Korcula/ Cooking demonstration/ Dinner together/ Overnight Korcula
Island of Korcula
We are off by boat to the charming island of Korcula for a two night stay. Full of vineyard and olive grove delights, it offers the finest in island living. Said to produce the best white wines in all of Croatia, we will sample them for ourselves, to see.
We will have an orientation walk of the old town and afterwards we will enjoy a lovely dinner together.
Breakfast/ Ferry to Hvar/ Exploring Hvar/ Ferry to Korcula/ Cooking demonstration/ Dinner together/ Overnight Korcula
Day Eleven
Island of Korcula
Today is a day for you explore the medieval town of Korcula. There is shopping, and sweet shops and even a trip to a local beach if you would like. Serenity is sitting in a coffee shop and people watching. There are also wineries where we can book a wine tasting for you. Either way whatever you choose, we will be on hand to facilitate it.
We have plenty of recommendations for dinner on your own.
All in all a great day for exploring.
Breakfast/ Facilitating your exploring options / Overnight Korcula
Island of Korcula
Today is a day for you explore the medieval town of Korcula. There is shopping, and sweet shops and even a trip to a local beach if you would like. Serenity is sitting in a coffee shop and people watching. There are also wineries where we can book a wine tasting for you. Either way whatever you choose, we will be on hand to facilitate it.
We have plenty of recommendations for dinner on your own.
All in all a great day for exploring.
Breakfast/ Facilitating your exploring options / Overnight Korcula
Day Twelve
Dubrovnik, Croatia
We take to the seas again by ferry boat to chart our course for Dubrovnik.
After we check into our hotel, we will have an orientation walk of this town. So much to see!
Join us tonight for our farewell dinner.
Breakfast/ Ferry transfer to Dubrovnik/ Farewell Dinner/UNESCO World Heritage Site -Old City of Dubrovnik/Overnight Dubrovnik
Day Thirteen
After an early breakfast we will have our tour of Dubrovnik with a local guide which will include a walk on the walls. After our tour we will say goodbye to Dubrovnik and part ways. Have a good trip home!
Keep in mind, you can stay on for a few more days to relax or go on to other parts of Europe. Your choice!
Breakfast / Tour of Dubrovnik
** You will have to book an afternoon flight back to the states in order to join us for the tour, or take our recommendation and stay on for another night or two in Dubrovnik.**
After an early breakfast we will have our tour of Dubrovnik with a local guide which will include a walk on the walls. After our tour we will say goodbye to Dubrovnik and part ways. Have a good trip home!
Keep in mind, you can stay on for a few more days to relax or go on to other parts of Europe. Your choice!
Breakfast / Tour of Dubrovnik
** You will have to book an afternoon flight back to the states in order to join us for the tour, or take our recommendation and stay on for another night or two in Dubrovnik.**
What do you get with this tour-
Three Countries-The Czech Republic, Hungary & Croatia
6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
The City of Prague
Local Tour of Prague
City of Budapest
Local Tour of Buda
Local Tour of Pest
Zagreb
Zadar
Plitvice Lakes National Park entrance & tour
Island of Trogir
Split
Roman Palace of Diocletian
Island of Hvar
Island of Korcula
The old city of Dubrovnik
Wall walk Dubrovnik
Fast ferries
Flight Prague-Budapest*
Private bus transfers
Coastal touring
12 full breakfasts
1 winery lunch
7 multi-coursed dinners with wine or beer (beer only in Prague and Budapest)
Tours with local guides
Winery visits
Wine tastings
Comfortable centrally located hotels
All transportation from the beginning of our tour except when you are on your own
Guides with 20+ years’ experience
Attention to detail
Three Countries-The Czech Republic, Hungary & Croatia
6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
The City of Prague
Local Tour of Prague
City of Budapest
Local Tour of Buda
Local Tour of Pest
Zagreb
Zadar
Plitvice Lakes National Park entrance & tour
Island of Trogir
Split
Roman Palace of Diocletian
Island of Hvar
Island of Korcula
The old city of Dubrovnik
Wall walk Dubrovnik
Fast ferries
Flight Prague-Budapest*
Private bus transfers
Coastal touring
12 full breakfasts
1 winery lunch
7 multi-coursed dinners with wine or beer (beer only in Prague and Budapest)
Tours with local guides
Winery visits
Wine tastings
Comfortable centrally located hotels
All transportation from the beginning of our tour except when you are on your own
Guides with 20+ years’ experience
Attention to detail
Trip Cost-per person with double occupancy
This trip is limited to 16 participants
14 participants and up- $6380 p.p.
12 participants and up-$6680 p.p.
10 participants and up-$6880 p.p.
8 participants and up- $7080 p.p.
$400 deposit gets you a spot on this tour. Full refund at any time until final payment is due.
The remainder of 8 participants/$6280, 10 participants/$6080
12 participants /$5880 or 14 participants /$5580 will be due by March 25 2022 for the June 8-20, 2022 departure and June 5, 2022 for the September 19-October 1, 2022 departure. Payment of your final trip costs constitutes an agreement that your trip costs are not refundable. Prices are per person, double occupancy.
We welcome people traveling on their own. You will be paired with a same sex individual to share a hotel room, twin beds. If you would like a single room on your own, the single room rate is $1290 per person extra added to the cost of the trip.
What is your responsibility
Airfare to the start of our tour and returning at the end of our tour
Some meals where indicated on the itinerary
Transportation from the arrival airport to our staring hotel
Transportation from our last hotel to the departing airport
Any other transport you might use during time on your own
Communication costs/ and medicines needed/ any medical needs during the tour
Airfare to the start of our tour and returning at the end of our tour
Some meals where indicated on the itinerary
Transportation from the arrival airport to our staring hotel
Transportation from our last hotel to the departing airport
Any other transport you might use during time on your own
Communication costs/ and medicines needed/ any medical needs during the tour
* Includes one checked-in bag 20 kilos max and one carry-on 8 kilos max. All other luggage costs to you.
Note- Our tour starts in Prague. We recommend that you arrive one day before our tour and overnight there. We can help with hotel reservations for our starting hotel for that extra night if you wish. Our tour ends in Dubrovnik at around 12 noon on day 13. Your flight back to the States should be scheduled for the afternoon in order to make our tour or better yet stay another night or two in Dubrovnik, we can make reservations for our ending hotel so you do not have to move.
Note- Your best bet is to arrive in Prague and depart from Dubrovnik (American Airlines has a new route to and from Dubrovnik from Philly ) on your flight from and to the States. We can help with recommendations for airlines.
Note- Your best bet is to arrive in Prague and depart from Dubrovnik (American Airlines has a new route to and from Dubrovnik from Philly ) on your flight from and to the States. We can help with recommendations for airlines.
Who are your leaders?
Manolis HajifotiouA native of Greece, Manolis has been leading tours in Europe for 21 years. Besides traveling, his passion is playing his guitar and creating his own music. He also likes to keep up with the stone house he shares with his wife, Patricia, especially trimming their olive trees. He looks forward to showing you his favorite places and making sure you feel right at home.
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Patricia HajifotiouA native of the U.S.A., Patricia has been leading tours in Europe for 21 years. She lives on the island of Evia, Greece, with her husband Manolis. When she is not on tour, she lives off the grid in a rock house, powered by the wind and sun. There she likes to spend her time digging in the garden. She looks forward to showing you the places she likes the best.
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