Itineraries

19-Day Itinerary for Central Europe & Adriatic Coast Tour

Experience a captivating 19-day journey from Prague through Budapest to Croatia's stunning Adriatic Coast. Explore historic landmarks including Auschwitz, the Sedlec Ossuary, and Diocletian's Palace, cruise the Danube Bend, discover the natural beauty of Plitvice Lakes, and visit the coastal gems of Split, Hvar, and Dubrovnik. Highlights include Game of Thrones filming locations, Montenegro's Kotor Bay, wine tasting, and snorkeling in the Blue Cave.

19-Day Itinerary for Central Europe & Adriatic Coast Tour

Day 1 - Arrival Prague

Day 2 - Private Prague City Tour

Your walking tour in Prague will focus on its history, architecture and art. This city is famous for its Astronomical Clock, presided over by a tall Gothic tower, in the Town Hall. See the House at the Minute, and its Renaissance graffito. It is where Franz Kafka lived as a child. Kinsky Palace has one of Prague's finest rococo facades, and is famous for several events: Alfred Nobel stayed in the palace, and in February 1948 Klement Gottwald proclaimed the communist rule in Czechoslovakia from its balcony. If you just want to wander aimlessly through the mazes of cobbled lanes and hidden courtyards, or admire some Bohemian art, or enjoy a cold and foamed beer in one of the many local pubs and street cafes, Prague will definitely satisfy all your thirsts. During your tour you will see: the King Charles Bridge, Klementium, Church of St Clement, the Elliptical Chapel of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, the Old Town Hall, the Astronomical Clock, the Old Town Square, Kinsky Palace and the Church of Our Lady Before Tyn. You will also learn about the legends of King Charles Bridge, how the Jesuits built the second largest building in Prague, Franz Kafka and his childhood on the streets of Prague, etc.

Day 3 - Private Auschwitz Tour

Tour the permanent exhibitions and buildings at the Auschwitz I-Main Camp and the most important original camp buildings in Auschwitz II-Birkenau: prisoner barracks, the unloading platform (ramp), and the ruins of the gas chamber and crematoria II or III.

Day 4 - Private Kutna Hora & Sedlac Ossuary Tour

Kutná Hora is a small town in central Bohemia, about 70km east of Prague. Centuries ago it competed for importance with the golden city. Kutná Hora owed its position and wealth to the silver mines that had been established there in the middle ages. Nowadays, the town has a population of only approx. 20,000 people but it is a very attractive tourist destination and a great place for a day trip from Prague. Saint Barbara's Church (Chrám Svaté Barbory) is a beautiful gothic church featured in many postcards. Its construction started in the 14th century and finished only in the early 20th century. St. Barbara is the patron saint of miners. The church is open daily and there is a small entrance fee for tourists. The Sedlec Ossuary (Sedlecká Kostnice) is also known as the Church of Bones, and it definitely is not your typical tourist attraction. As a matter of fact, classifying it as a tourist attraction might be considered by some people inappropriate. Nevertheless, it is visited by more than 300,000 tourists yearly. Sedlec is a suburb of Kutná Hora. The Chapel of All Saints where the Ossuary is located, and the Church of the Assumption of our Lady and Saint John the Baptist are the remnants of the former cistercian monastery in Sedlec. What makes the Ossuary so unique is the artistic use of human bones and skulls to create decorations for the chapel. There are garlands and chandeliers made of bones and skulls. Near the entrance you will see a large imitation of the coat-of-arms of the powerful Schwarzenberg family.

Day 5 - Prague to Budapest

Day 6 - Private Budapest City Tour

Budapest is a subtle blend between sophistication and simplicity. With the Danube separating the city into Buda and Pest, its long history engulfs every street and every corner. Discover the royal Andrassy Avenue. Glimpse St. Stephen's Basilica, the third largest church of Hungary, and named after the first King of the country and whose right hand is kept in the reliquary of the St. Right Chapel. Pass the Danube Promenade, passing by the pedestrian area on Vaci Street. Enjoy the view of the river that divides Buda from Pest. Go across the Chain Bridge, the oldest permanent bridge of the 8 bridges of Budapest and learn the story of the tongue of the lions that are guarding the entrance of it from both sides. On the Buda side, see the Castle Hill Funicular. If you decide to go to the castle with the funicular (not included), it will provide for a panoramic ride up to the Buda Palace, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, just like the whole Castle area. Once there you'll have a bird's eye view to the Danube and the Pest side of the city. Overall, this bohemian city has a fin-de-siècle (turn of the century) feel to it, as most buildings you will see today were built in the late 19th century, the so-called "golden age" of the Hungarian Capital. You will see: the Parliament Building, Opera House, St Stephen's Basilica, Danube Promenade, Vaci Street, Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, Mattias Church, Fisherman's Bastion. You will also learn about: the Golden Age of Modernist Art, the Ottoman Invasion, Austro-Hungarian Rule, etc.

Day 7 - Danube Bend Day Trip by Cruise (group basis)

This full-day trip along the mighty Danube is ideal for people who want to combine history with nature and enjoy some of the most beautiful landscapes in Hungary. You will see historical monuments and artistic monuments, while the guide informs you about Hungarian life. Visit the 750-year-old royal residence in Visegrád, where you learn about life in the middle ages and enjoy a spectacular view of the Danube Valley. At Esztergom, Budapest's northern gateway, you'll stop at the country's largest cathedral and see the tombs of famous cardinals while looking across the water to Slovakia. Stop at the artists' village of Szentendre, a baroque town where the Danube meets the Pilis Mountains. Stroll through the narrow streets to soak up the atmosphere and panoramic views of the river. You will have time to visit some museums, such as Margit Kovács Museum of Ceramics or Confectionery Museum, where buildings and people are made of marzipan. Browse the shops in the village before returning to Budapest. The journey between the months of May and October takes place on a magical boat cruise. In case of low water level, the return to Budapest will be by bus. Lunch (a 3-course menu with water) is included.

Day 8 - Budapest at leisure

Day 9 - Budapest to Zagreb

Day 10 - Zagreb to Plitvice & Private Plitvice Tour

Visit the most famous Croatian natural beauty, Plitvice Lakes National Park, where 16 lakes with splendid waterfalls are surrounded by green forest and blue sky.

Day 11 - Plitvice to Split

Day 12 - Private Split City Tour

Split is the heart of Dalmatia and the second largest city of Croatia. During your tour you will learn about the history of the city and the Dalmatian seaside way of life. The tour will take you through the narrow streets of the city to discover the several architectural styles that peek through the core of the old town including the main square, Riva, and the statue of Gregory of Nin. Visit Diocletian's Palace, an ancient Roman palace from which the old town grew out of, and that is today a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will probably recognize some streets and squares if you are a fan of the television series Game of Thrones. You will see: Split's Golden Gate, the Fruit's Square Pjaca (main square), Riva (promenade), City Hall, Statue of Gregory Nin, the Green Market, St Domnius Cathedral, Diocletian's Palace, Vestibul, People's Square.

Day 13 - Stari Grad (Hvar) & Klis Fortress

Meet with your private driver and head to the port for the ferry crossing to Hvar. Welcome to Hvar, the longest and sunniest Croatian island, and potentially one of the most beautiful and glamorous in the world with its hillside vineyards, lavender fields and medieval towns. The Dalmatian Coast is famous for its mesmerizing Adriatic views and is home to some of the most well-preserved medieval fortresses, palaces, and cathedrals, including the historic sites of Hvar Island. So grab your camera and be ready to discover this stunning city. You will be surprised on every corner, with beautiful squares, medieval buildings, and lots of stories that make Hvar come alive.

Day 14 - Split to Dubrovnik

Day 15 - Private Dubrovnik & Game of Thrones Tour

Discover the 'Game of Thrones' film sites of Dubrovnik on this private walking tour that takes in the real-life attractions used for some of the show's locations. As you explore the city's World Heritage-listed Old Town with your tour guide, enjoy views of the red-roofed skyline you know as King's Landing. Follow in Joffrey's footsteps at Lovrijenac Fortress, stand where Ayra Stark stood, and hear behind-the-scenes stories about filming in the city. See the sights of King's Landing, the capital of the Seven Kingdoms. Learn all about the Targaryens, Baratheons, Starks and other noble families from your expert local guide. Visit Lovrijenac Fortress and climb the city walls to look out over Blackwater Bay and Trsteno Arboretum, the site used as the King's Landing palace gardens.

Day 16 - Blue Cave Snorkelling Tour (small group basis)

Embark on this half-day experience and admire the beauty of the Croatian coast. Explore the hidden gems of the Dubrovnik region from the comfort of a boat and by swimming and snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. Blue Cave & Kolocep Islands with swimming & snorkeling, Three Green Caves, Lower Forehead.

Day 17 - Private Kotor (Montenegro) Tour

Soak in the picturesque towns, shimmering bay and jaw-dropping fjord of Kotor Bay in Montenegro. Head out of Dubrovnik for the day, and go south to Montenegro's Bay of Kotor, crammed with enough beauty to keep that camera constantly clicking. Stop in the medieval town of Perast and marvel at the 16 churches and 17 palaces, and then wander the streets of Kotor, surrounded by high rocky mountains. Enjoy the beautiful southern Dalmatian coastline from the comfortable vehicle. A boat ride out to the Our Lady of the Rock is included.

Day 18 - Private Dubrovnik Wine Tour

Dubrovnik is known for many things: its Old Town, the sprinkling of idyllic islands that surround the mainland, the ancient city walls that comprise King's Landing in the popular show 'Game of Thrones'. However, one thing that Dubrovnik is not known for, and should be, is the incredible food and wine. Visit four cozy restaurants nestled within Dubrovnik's old town for a taste of Dubrovnik's unique gastronomy. Walk down the beautiful cobblestone streets and alleyways of the Old Town, and pass by some of the city's major sights, including the Franziscan and Dominican monasteries, the palaces of Sponza and Rector, and the Baroque cathedral. Discover national culinary traditions through the years, and enjoy a tasting of various snacks accompanied by a glass of local wine. Finish the food adventure at a cute patisserie within the ancient walls of Old Town for a taste of traditional Croatian cake.

Day 19 - Departure from Dubrovnik