Beer, Wine, and History

Itinerary

1. Day 1 Arrival in Prague

   “The Golden City,” “The City of 100 Spires,” “The Mother of Cities,” Prague has no shortage of nicknames paying homage to its charm and beauty. Prague’s winding cobblestone streets, gorgeous architecture and atmospheric bridges are fabled. Get up early and stroll across the statue-lined Charles Bridge. Soak it from the magnificent Old Town Square with its 600-year old astronomical clock. From exploring history and modern culture on foot, to traveling farther afield to take in the picturesque countryside and fairytale villages, you’ll have an itinerary full of adventure and relaxation. Besides the city’s history, evident on every street, especially in the beautifully preserved former Jewish Quarter, you can delve into the city’s gastronomy. You can literally dive into some of Europe’s best beers by visiting a beer spa, or explore its beloved breweries with walking tours, or enjoy a dinner cruise. Day-trip destinations include scenic castles, the perfect spa town, and Kutna Hora with its “bone church” and gothic cathedral. Prague is a city of history that comes to life for every visitor, no matter their interests.

   A driver will be at the airport to greet you and transfer you to your centrally located Prague accommodations.

   Our representative will then meet with you to answer any questions you have and to get you settled for the rest of your trip.

2. Day 2 Your First Full Day in Prague

   

   Get to Know Prague on a City Walking Tour

   Today you will be exploring the hidden streets and main sites of Prague's historical center. Your local tour guide will walk you through the medieval Royal Route while showing you the Old Town Square with Astronomical Clock, Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge, and Lesser Town. You will learn a lot about past and present life and also get tips on further activities and places worth visiting. This walking tour is the best way to fall in love with Prague.
   

   • Activity Level : Light
   • Duration : 3 hours

   Included in your vacation package price

   

   Museums of All Kinds, from Alchemy to Kafka

   Prague’s got museums aplenty. In the center, the Museum of Communism tells the story of five decades of totalitarian rule. Hidden away in Old Town is the Alchemist's Workshop, celebrating the fact that Prague was the world center for alchemy back in the day. In Mala Strana district, you can find a Museum dedicated to Franz Kafka. The National Technical Museum in the Letna neighborhood celebrates above all the achievements of Czech engineers. Last but not least, the National Museum on Wenceslas Square's historic building is finally open again after several years of reconstruction.

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3. Day 3 Your Second Full Day in Prague

   

   Kutna Hora Private Day Trip

   Visit Kutna Hora, a medieval center of silver mining and once the second richest Czech town, after Prague. The variety of Kutna Hora's architectural monuments and its well-preserved town center reflects its ancient fame and wealth. While principally known for the Sedlac Ossuary (AKA the "Bone Church"), a chapel decorated with more than 40,000 human bones (some of which form a bone chandelier or messages and coats of arms), this town could have easily won its UNESCO World Heritage status from its other landmarks, such as the massive gothic St. Barbara's church.
   

   • Activity Level : Moderate
   • Duration : 6 hours

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   Beer Spa Private Experience

   Prague is a city of beer, but the "liquid gold" is not there only to be drunk. During this unique experience, you will have an exclusive access to a beer spa where you will be able to soak yourself in a large tub for two filled with warm water and beer extract mixture. After the bath you will retreat to the rejuvenation room where you can rest for another 30 minutes and let your body absorb the healing effects of the beer spa. Get ready to relax!

   • Activity Level : Light
   • Duration : 1 hour

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4. Day 4 Your Third Full Day in Prague

   

   Experience the Life Monastic

   One of the most breathtaking interiors in the city is to be found at the Strahov Monastery. The halls of the library here have featured in several Hollywood films. After feasting your eyes you'll have the chance to feast on some Czech classics and brewed on-site beer at the monastery brewery, then head to New World, a charming, quiet part of Prague Castle.

   • Activity Level : Light
   • Duration : 3 hours

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   Prague Old Town Small Group Evening Food Tour

   Enjoy a Prague food tour that lets you taste centuries of Czech culinary history, from traditional dishes to modern twists. With a local foodie guide, explore the evolution of Czech cuisine, from early influences to Communist-era fare and today’s dynamic flavors. Savor authentic specialties like goulash, roast pork, and beef sirloin with dumplings paired with Czech beer or Moravian wine. Discover hidden local favorites and leave with a personalized map of food recommendations to continue exploring Prague’s food scene.

   • Activity Level : Light
   • Duration : 4 hours

   Included in your vacation package price

5. Day 5 Traveling to Budapest by Train / Arrival in Budapest

   

   Today you'll travel by train to the beautifully bewitching city of Budapest. We'll arrange for transport from your accommodation in Prague to the train station. Because there are a few trains a day between the two cities, we'll book second-class tickets with reserved seats based on your preferred departure time. The journey takes about 7 hours. We can also arrange first-class tickets for an additional fee. For a bit more comfort, and the opportunity to squeeze in an extra city along the way, we recommend hiring a private car and driver. For an additional fee, a driver will pick you up in Prague and bring you straight to your Budapest accommodation. Plus there's the option to stop in the grand old imperial city of Vienna for a chance to explore the beautiful city center.

   

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   Budapest by Private Transfer with a Stop in Vienna

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   The Paris of Central Europe, Budapest is the Queen of the Danube, a sprawling, regal city split in two halves by the mighty river. The city’s two UNESCO-listed halves, ancient Buda and modern Pest both have their charms and are linked by numerous picturesque bridges. From the Buda Castle to the Danube Embankment and the sprawling Andrassy Avenue, with its impressive architecture, there is plenty to keep you busy here, exploring and discovering this atmospheric city. It’s a little too big to explore only on foot, but the Pest side of the city is well laid out with broad avenues of the Parisian system, so it’s hard to get lost, and the public transportation, including the world's second oldest subway system, works well. Budapest has all the charm of Western Europe at a fraction of the price. Here you can taste excellent wines produced throughout the region, and even enjoy Michelin-star dining in various locations. We can offer you more than enough exciting activities in the city, from a visit to the incredible Parliament building to a boat cruise with dinner, or an exploration of Budapest’s communist past. The city also has a rich Jewish heritage, so you’ll find the perfect balance of history and modern culture here. Voted Best City in Europe in 2013 by Condé Nast Traveler readers and a regular in their top 3, Budapest really is a special city with activities to cater to every interest.

   When you arrive at Budapest’s Keleti Train Station, there will be a driver there to meet you and bring you to your accommodation located in Budapest's city center.

6. Day 6 Your First Full Day in Budapest

   

   Pest Private Walking Tour

   When arriving at a new capital for the first time, it's best to have a knowledgeable local show you around. On this tour, an expert local guide will take you around the Pest side of Budapest, home to most of the city's landmarks and history, showing you not just the big-name sights, but introducing you into the everyday lives of the city's citizens.

   • Activity Level : Moderate
   • Duration : 3 hours

   Included in your vacation package price

   

   Walk on the Buda Side

   If you've seen enough of the Pest side of the city, walk across the river and explore the Buda side of Hungary's capital. In hilly Buda, you'll find several amazing baths, such as the famous Gellert Baths or the more hidden and local Kiraly Baths. Visit the Matthias Church, where Franz Joseph I and Elisabeth were coronated and stop at the Royal Palace, the home of Hungarian National Gallery. Don't forget to take a ride on the Buda Castle Funicular!

   • Activity Level : Moderate
   • Duration : 3 hours

   Please ask your travel advisor for the cost to add this to your package

   

   Evening Sightseeing Group Cruise

   You're invited for a panoramic boat ride at night, when the city will be beautifully lit up for your pleasure. Glass in hand, you will be able to experience how the legends of Budapest come alive. Look behind the walls of the Royal Palace, the Parliament, the bridges, and other splendid sights all bathed in light.

   • Activity Level : Easy
   • Duration : 1 hour

   Included in your vacation package price

7. Day 7 Your Second Full Day in Budapest

   

   Evening Wine, Cheese, & Charcuterie Tasting Group Experience

   Hungary is well known for its wines. Despite its small size, it hosts 23 distinct wine regions. With this tasting, you'll taste excellent wines from across the country (including the legendary Tokaji Aszu), paired with foods.

   • Activity Level : Easy
   • Duration : 2 hours

   Included in your vacation package price

   

   Private Day Trip to Eger with Wine Tasting and Lunch

   With 23 different wine regions, Hungary is once more becoming famous for its wines, some of which were the favorites of royalty from across Europe. Eger is at the center of one of the country's best wine regions, home to the memorable Bull's Blood cuvee, but even without the wine, its scenery along would be worth a visit or two. Soon after you arrive to the city of Eger situated in a valley between the Matra and Bukk mountains, you’ll get to take in the medicinal baths and fine local wines. The excellent red and whites of this historic wine region are served in wine cellars that have been refined over hundreds of years. Along the way, you'll try the region's speciality: Bull’s Blood, a cuvee made from merlot and kekfrankos grapes that tastes wildly different from cellar to cellar.

   • Activity Level : Light
   • Duration : 10 -11 hours

   Included in your vacation package price

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   After Darkness Comes Light

   Budapest has a lot of museums to offer. Some harken back to the city's darker days, while some work well for people of any age. As the name implies, The House of Terror is one of the heavier destinations. It documents the fascist and communist regimes that so damaged the nation, but is renowned for its presentation and one of the city's most popular attractions. The Hospital in the Rock, a medical bunker cut into the side of Buda Hill, while connected to the darker days of WWII, is a bit surrealistic, but well worth a visit. And in case you are looking for a happier and more easily digestible museum, we recommend the Budapest History Museum, or even the House of Houdini, housed within the walls of Buda Castle.
   

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8. Day 8 Departure Day

   A driver will meet you at your accommodation to take you to the airport for your departing flight.