Best of Eastern Europe

Best of Eastern Europe

12 days from only £939

A wonderful opportunity to discover the varied highlights of some of Eastern Europe’s greatest cities, from Krakow, the diamond in the Polish crown, to Budapest, the Jewel of the Danube, Prague, Golden City of a Hundred Spires, and Berlin, the united German capital.

Holiday highlights
• Cosmopolitan Berlin
• Charming Wroclaw
• Poignant Auschwitz
• Krakow, the diamond in the Polish crown
• Prague, city of 100 spires

Optional excursions
• Sudety Mountains
• Berlin by Night
• Prague by Night

Holiday itinerary
Day 1 UK to Northern France - To Dover and across to Calais, then on into Northern France to our overnight hotel.
Day 2 Northern Franceto Helmstedt - In to Germany and on to the Best Western Hotel (3*) in Helmstedt.
Day 3 Helmstedt to Berlin - To Potsdam for an included guided tour of this wonderful town, full of palaces, parks and gardens, before we arrive at the Holiday Inn City Centre East Lansberger (4*) in Berlin, for the night. In the evening we offer an optional ‘Berlin by Night’ tour, where you can see some of the city's iconic landmarks, such as the Brandenburg Gate.
Day 4 Berlin to Wroclaw - Into Poland and to Wroclaw, where we spend the next two nights at the Hotel Park Plaza (4*), which is centrally located in the city. 
Day 5 Wroclaw - At leisure in Wroclaw for free time to explore this wonderful city. Wroclaw’s historic old town is centred around the main market square, or Rynek, and the university quarter. The city was almost completely destroyed during the Second World War, and has now been lovingly restored to its former glory. If you prefer, there is an optional excursion to the scenic Sudety mountains, where the wonderful landscapes and distinct character combine for a memorable day.
Day 6 Wroclaw to Krakow -  Crossing Poland we head first for Auschwitz, where a museum at the former concentration camp vividly yet sensitively portrays the evenits that took place and makes for a sombre, moving, and thought provoking visit. An optional guided tour is available. We continue to Krakow, for three nights at the Hotel Wyspianski (3*) located just steps away from the historic centre.
Day 7 Krakow - Krakow’s main Market Square is the largest medieval centre in Europe, with its Cloth Hall, and magnificent castle. Our included sightseeing tour will introduce you to the main sights, including the lovely university buildings, second only in age to Prague, the vibrant Jewish quarter, and of course Wawel Hill, home to the cathedral and royal castle, and the fabled Wawel Dragon. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure, revisiting your personal highlights, or relaxing in one of the many paement cafes on the Rynek Glowny, or main square, which is home to the celebraed Cloth Hall and the magnificent St Mary's Church.
Day 8 Zakopane - Enjoy a full day excursion from our base in Krakow, to the beautiful resort of Zakopane in the Tatras Mountains. The friendly atmosphere and the stunning scenery are sure to delight, and the lively main street and daily market are full of character, and bargains!
Day 9 Krakow to Prague - Through Poland to reach the Czech Republic and its capital Prague, for one night at the Hotel Barcelo (4*). Discover Prague by night, with its skyline of towera and spires, and famous Charles Bridge. Prague's Old Town is vibrant with quaint shops selling glassware, antique books, and lace.
Day 10 Prague to Wiesbaden - Back into Germany, we make our way to Nurnberg, a medieval city dominated by the majestic Kaiserburg Castle. Nurnberg is a vibrant city with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We continue to Wiesbaden where we stay overnight at the Ramada Treff Wiesbaden (3*).
Day 11 Wiesbaden to Northern France - Through the scenic Rhine Valley and Belguim, into Northern France for our last night.
Day 12 Northern France to UK - From Calais to Dover, then home.

Whats included
• 11 nights, dinner, room and breakfast
• Touring itinerary as described
• Grand Tourer coach travel