European Classical Music Tour
Prague - Vienna - Budapest
September 24th - October 5th, 2009

 

Day One - September 24th: Meet your tour escort George Sanford at Toronto Pearson’s terminal 1. Board your overnight flight to Prague with dinner and breakfast onboard.

Day Two - September 25th: Upon arrival you will be met by your tour manager and escorted to your hotel for some rest and relaxation before your welcome dinner and the opportunity to get to know your travelling companions. Overnight - Prague (D)

Day Three - September 26th: This morning, a visit to Villa Bertramka, with the Museum of Mozart and an exclusive classical concert of Mozart’s music. Lunch will be taken at the Café Bertramka. This afternoon, a guided tour of the Old Town and Old Town Square including Tyn Cathedral, St. Nicholas Church and the Astronomical Clock. This evening, a performance at the Prague State Opera House. Overnight - Prague (B,L,D)

Day Four - September 27th: This morning after breakfast, a tour of Prague Castle. Constructed in the 9th century, it’s the largest ancient castle in the world. Later, a visit to the Museum of Bedrich Smetana and free time in the Old Town. This evening, a concert at Rudolfinum Concert Hall, home to the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra. Overnight - Prague (B,D)
 

Day Five - September 28th:  This morning, you leave Prague and pass through beautiful landscapes with villages and lakes to arrive at Cesky Krumlov. This is a UNESCO heritage town uniquely preserved from its medieval origins. You will have time to explore the castle and enjoy your picnic lunch before making your way to Vienna. Dinner this evening will be at you hotel. Overnight - Vienna (B,L,D )

Day Six - September 29th:  This morning you will visit the Imperial Rooms of Schonbrunn Palace. After lunch, you can relax with a panoramic tour of Vienna to admire the beautiful architecture of the State Opera House, Museum of Fine Arts and Natural History, City Hall and University. This evening you will attend a performance at the Vienna State Opera House. Overnight - Vienna (B,D)
 

Day Seven - September 30th: After breakfast, you will visit the Benedictine monastery of Melk perched above the river and famous for its exquisite library and high Baroque excesses. After lunch, you will cruise down the Danube Valley with fine views of Durnstein and the ruins of the famous castle which held Richard the Lionheart in 1192. This evening, you will attend a performance at the beautiful Musikverein. Overnight - Vienna (B,D)

Day Eight - October 1st: After breakfast, you will have a conducted walking tour of the old inner city with visits to Schubert’s birthplace, as well as the former home of Johann Strauss. The afternoon will be free to enjoy on your own or join your escort and explore Vienna’s new "In" meeting place, the MuseumsQuartier - arts and culinary delights side by side. This evening, we will enjoy a visit to the famous Grinzing for dinner. Overnight - Vienna. ( B,D)

Day Nine - October 2nd: After breakfast you depart Vienna and begin your journey to Hungary. En route there will be a stop at Esterhazy Palace, located in the small town of Eisenstadt. Joseph Haydn worked here for two decades and it is often know as the "Hungarian Versailles", and is one of the most beautiful palaces in Hungary. Overnight - Budapest (B,D)

Day Ten - October 3rd:This morning will start with a visit to the Franz Liszt Museum. Afterwards some free time for lunch and shopping in the pedestrian centre. This evening after dinner, a performance at the Hungarian State Opera House. Overnight - Budapest (B,D)

Day Eleven - October 4th: This morning you will start with a panorama tour of Budapest to view the architecturally unique capital of Hungary. You will see the most notable landmarks this city has to offer including Margaret Bridge, the Royal Castle, the Citadel, Heros Square and St. Stephens Basilica. This afternoon you will visit the Bartok Memorial House for a private concert. This evening your "farewell dinner" will be at a local restaurant. Overnight - Budapest (B,D)

Day Twelve - October 5th: After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight from Budapest to Toronto via Frankfurt. (B)

PRICING

• $4990 CAD per person based on twin occupancy
• $4190 CAD per person LAND ONLY based on twin occupancy
• $ 750 CAD single supplement

INCLUSIONS:

• Round trip airfare from Toronto
• 4-star accommodations
• Breakfast & Dinner Daily
• 2 lunches
• Entrances as per your itinerary
• Performances as per your intinerary with premium seating
• Full time tour manager & escort
• Luxury coach throughout
• Porterage
• International air taxes (approx. $300 )
• Hotel taxes and service charges
• Tips to local guides

EXCLUSIONS:

• Gratuities to tour manager / driver / escort
• Drinks and items of a personal nature
• Trip cancellation / medical insurance