A Week In... Imperial Europe 2017
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- A Danube River luncheon cruise in Budapest; visit to the Hungarian State Opera House; learning the art of making traditional Hungarian strudel; walking tour of Cold War Vienna and guided visit to The Third Man Museum; guided visit to the Belvedere Museum; private tour of the Imperial Apartments in Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace; private classical music concert in Vienna; private cruise on the Vltava River and a visit to Prague's Jewish Museum; farewell reception & dinner in part of a centuries-old monastery in Prague
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- TAUCK'S YELLOW ROADS! Authentic cultural discoveries as you travel from Hungary to the Czech Republic A Danube River luncheon cruise in Budapest Special visit to Budapest's opulent Hungarian State Opera House Learning the art of making traditional Hungarian strudel at an authentic strudel house in Pest Walking tour of Cold War Vienna and guided visit to The Third Man Museum, dedicated to the 1940s film noir classic set in postwar Vienna Guided visit to the world-famous Belvedere Museum, set within two Baroque palaces in Vienna Private tour of the Imperial Apartments in Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace Private classical music concert for Tauck guests only in Vienna In Prague, a private cruise on the Vltava River and a visit to the city's Jewish Museum Farewell reception & dinner in the Augustine's brewery bar, once part of a centuries-old monastery in Prague Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted 15 meals (7 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 5 dinners), gratuities to local guides, taxes, service charges, admission fees, porterage
Itinerary
Tour begins: 6:15 PM, The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest. A transfer is included from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest in the heart of the city. Please join us for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner this evening at a local Budapest restaurant.
MEALS : D
LODGING : The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest
With a proud past as the once-independent cities of Buda and Pest, Budapest boasts a rich cultural history and some of Europe's most striking architecture. Start your exploration with a sightseeing tour of the Pest side of the city, including a visit to the Great Syna...
Today's discoveries begin with a special visit to Budapest's opulent Hungarian State Opera House, opened in 1884, with its gilded vaulted ceiling, murals, royal boxes and three-ton chandelier. After a visit to Gellert Hill, learn the art of authentic Hungarian strudel...
Must-see sightseeing in Vienna this morning features a drive along the city's historic Ringstrasse (Ring Boulevard) with views of the famed Prater amusement park and the Danube River, and a walking tour through the courtyards of the Hofburg - once the royal palace of ...
Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace was Habsburg Empress Maria Theresa's attempt to outdo Versailles; did she succeed? You can make your own decision on a private tour of the Imperial Apartments. Afterwards, you have a choice of walking tours - one on which you'll see great Vi...
Depart remarkable Vienna this morning and travel from Austria into the Czech Republic, arriving in its ancient capital city, Prague, where you'll enjoy have and take a private cruise on the Vltava River. This afternoon, visit the city's Jewish Museum, which in its ear...
Prague's skyline bristles with seven centuries' worth of towers, earning the nickname "City of 100 Spires." Discover its heart with sightseeing that begins in the Hradcany (Castle) district; while there's really no "castle," the Prague Castle complex includes the Roya...
Tour ends: Prague. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from Augustine, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Prague to Prague's Václav Havel Airport. Allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in.
MEALS : B
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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It's easy to see the world's sights. To stand in long lines, push through the crowds, and generally have the same standard-issue vacation as everyone else. But that's not good enough for us, and it's not good enough for you. We believe that travel should be easy. It should be fun. It should be worth your time and the price you paid. It should re-energize and transform. And above all else, it should be beyond the ordinary. Because how you see the world matters.
In 1882, Herman Tauck arrived in New York City from Germany in search of the American dream. His determination and values were passed on to his son, Arthur Tauck, who would realize that dream. With ingenuity and an innovative spirit, Arthur started Tauck Motor Tours, a travel company that would give birth to a new industry. The first tour, through the back roads of New England, was created by this 27-year-old in 1925. It embodied the same successful formula used by Tauck today: do the right thing. Craft a life-enriching travel experience; provide it at a single all-inclusive price; ensure there is great value for money; and rely on recommendations of satisfied customers to build a following and grow the business.
Two elements that did change over the next 90+ years – and three generations of Taucks – were the scope of destinations served and the variety of modes of travel used. Today Tauck delivers life-enriching travel experiences to every corner of the globe, incorporating small cruise ships, premium riverboats, trains, helicopters and more. What started as a New England motor coach tour company has truly evolved into an extraordinary global travel company. The fourth generation of Taucks is now involved in the company. While remarkable in any business, this seamless continuity across generations speaks to shared vision and values.
Throughout its history, the concept of “family” at Tauck has gone far beyond those sharing the surname to include hundreds of valued employees, and hundreds of thousands of loyal guests. The story of Tauck is the story of a unique American family company celebrating a passion for travel – a story that will continue to inspire generations to come.
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