Berlin, Prague, Krakow, and Budapest
Travel through the Iron Curtain and World War II to Gothic cathedrals and ancient cities that are now more vibrant than ever.
Berlin mixes historical significance, rich culture and an exciting cosmopolitan energy. Prague, which escaped the bombs of World War II, woos you with old-world charm. And in Krakow and Budapest, two of Europe's most underrated cities, architectural gems await around every corner.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany
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Day 2: Berlin
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Take a walking tour of Berlin
With your tour director you will see:- Unter den Linden
- Reichstag
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Day 3: Berlin
Take a guided tour of Berlin
With your expert local guide you will see:- Brandenburg Gate
- Kurfürstendamm
- Remains of the Berlin Wall
Photo stop at Checkpoint Charlie Museum
Visit the Topography of Terror Museum
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Potsdam
Take a half-day excursion to Potsdam, where the postwar administration of Germany was decided at the 1945 Potsdam Conference. Potsdam was also the royal playground of Frederick the Great of Prussia; see baroque palaces, pavilions and the royal residence’s gardens. Take a guided visit inside either Sanssouci or Cecilienhof.
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Day 4: Dresden • Prague
Travel to Dresden
Take a tour of Dresden
Travel to Prague
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Day 5: Prague
Take a guided tour of Prague
With your expert local guide you will see:- Charles Bridge
Visit St. Vitus Cathedral
Visit the Golden Lane
Take a walking tour of Prague
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Day 6: Prague • Krakow
Travel to Olomouc
Visit Auschwitz and Birkenau
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Day 7: Krakow
Take a guided tour of Krakow
With your expert local guide you will see:- Wawel Hill
- Glowny Square
Visit Wawel Cathedral
Visit St. Mary's Church
Enjoy free time in Krakow
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Day 8: Krakow • Slovakia • Budapest
Travel via Slovakia and the Tatra Mountains to Budapest
Take a walking tour of Budapest
With your tour director you will see:- Fisherman’s Bastion
- Parliament
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Day 9: Budapest
Take a guided tour of Budapest
Visit Matthias Church
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Budapest Baths
Budapest’s Széchenyi Thermal Bath is the largest of its kind in Europe. This sprawling spa surrounds you in romantic Neo-baroque architecture. Relax in the indoor thermal baths or venture to the outdoor swimming pool, where you can play chess with locals on oversized boards. Later, explore nearby Heroes’ Square and City Park’s Vajdahunyad Castle, which features replicas of famous Hungarian landmarks.
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Vienna
Travel to Vienna
Take a walking tour of Vienna
With your tour director you will see:- Opera House
- Kärntnerstrasse
- St. Stephen’s Cathedral
Enjoy a wiener schnitzel dinner
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Day 11: Vienna
Take a guided tour of Vienna
With your expert local guide you will see:- Ringstrasse
- Parliament
- Rathaus
- Hofburg
Visit Schönbrunn Palace
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany
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Day 2: Berlin
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Take a walking tour of Berlin
With your tour director you will see:- Unter den Linden
- Reichstag
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Day 3: Berlin
Take a guided tour of Berlin
With your expert local guide you will see:- Brandenburg Gate
- Kurfürstendamm
- Remains of the Berlin Wall
Photo stop at Checkpoint Charlie Museum
Visit the Topography of Terror Museum
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Potsdam
Take a half-day excursion to Potsdam, where the postwar administration of Germany was decided at the 1945 Potsdam Conference. Potsdam was also the royal playground of Frederick the Great of Prussia; see baroque palaces, pavilions and the royal residence’s gardens. Take a guided visit inside either Sanssouci or Cecilienhof.
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Day 4: Dresden • Prague
Travel to Dresden
Take a tour of Dresden
Travel to Prague
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Day 5: Prague
Take a guided tour of Prague
With your expert local guide you will see:- Charles Bridge
Visit St. Vitus Cathedral
Visit the Golden Lane
Take a walking tour of Prague
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Day 6: Prague • Krakow
Travel to Olomouc
Visit Auschwitz and Birkenau
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Day 7: Krakow
Take a guided tour of Krakow
With your expert local guide you will see:- Wawel Hill
- Glowny Square
Visit Wawel Cathedral
Visit St. Mary's Church
Enjoy free time in Krakow
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Day 8: Krakow • Slovakia • Budapest
Travel via Slovakia and the Tatra Mountains to Budapest
Take a walking tour of Budapest
With your tour director you will see:- Fisherman’s Bastion
- Parliament
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Day 9: Budapest
Take a guided tour of Budapest
Visit Matthias Church
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Budapest Baths
Budapest’s Széchenyi Thermal Bath is the largest of its kind in Europe. This sprawling spa surrounds you in romantic Neo-baroque architecture. Relax in the indoor thermal baths or venture to the outdoor swimming pool, where you can play chess with locals on oversized boards. Later, explore nearby Heroes’ Square and City Park’s Vajdahunyad Castle, which features replicas of famous Hungarian landmarks.
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 10: Vienna
Travel to Vienna
Take a walking tour of Vienna
With your tour director you will see:- Opera House
- Kärntnerstrasse
- St. Stephen’s Cathedral
Enjoy a wiener schnitzel dinner
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Day 11: Vienna
Take a guided tour of Vienna
With your expert local guide you will see:- Ringstrasse
- Parliament
- Rathaus
- Hofburg
Visit Schönbrunn Palace
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
5 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (6 with extension); 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director; 3 walking tours (4 with extension)
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Entrances
Topography of Terror Museum; Auschwitz and Birkenau; Wawel Cathedral; St. Mary’s Church; Matthias Church; Budapest baths; Fisherman’s Bastion (with extension: Schönbrunn Palace)
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
