Berlin, Prague and the Alps
To fully appreciate Central Europe, you have to experience both its storied past and its natural beauty.
Berlin, Prague and Munich reveal centuries of history, from the medieval cobblestone squares to the remains of the Berlin Wall. In the Swiss Alps, history takes on a profound new meaning—these geological wonders are billions of years in the making.
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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
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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 guided tour of Dresden
Travel to Prague
Enjoy a free evening or
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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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Czech Folklore Evening
Experience a lively night of Bohemian spirit that will leave your hands clapping, your feet tapping and your face smiling. Enjoy an authentic Czech dinner as you are entertained by a folklore ensemble playing the country’s best-known songs and performing traditional Czech and Moravian dances. Be sure to note the performers’ traditional folk dress, or Kroje. It showed which village you were from and if you were single or married. -
Day 6: Prague • Munich
Travel to Nuremberg
Visit Dachau
Continue on to Munich
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Day 7: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Enjoy free time in Munich
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Day 8: Liechtenstein • Lucerne
Visit Neuschwanstein Castle
Make a stop in Liechtenstein
Continue on to the Lucerne region
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Day 9: Lucerne
Take a tour of Lucerne
With your tour director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Kapellbrücke
- Lake Luzern
Time to explore on your own or
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Swiss Alps Experience
Venture to the top of Mount Pilatus, the majestic 6,387-foot peak that towers over Lucerne. In the summer, take a boat across Lake Lucerne and then ride the Pilatus cog railway—the steepest in the world—to the top. During other seasons, take a motorcoach to the base and a 45-minute cable car ride to the top, where you’ll enjoy splendid views. (Note: Warm clothes and appropriate shoes recommended.)Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Folklore Event
Opt to join us for a bit of Swiss tradition. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal, including the chance to try fondue—the Swiss National Dish! Afterwards, watch a show, complete with yodeling, traditional dancing, and Alpine horns. Note: Groups traveling from October to mid-April will enjoy Swiss music during their meal instead of the show.
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Paris
Travel by TGV train to Paris
Arrive in Paris
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Day 11: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
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Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
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Day 12: Paris
Take a walking tour of Paris
With your tour director you will see:
- Île de la Cité
- Conciergerie
- Sainte-Chapelle
Visit the Louvre
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 13: 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 guided tour of Dresden
Travel to Prague
Enjoy a free evening or
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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
Add this in-depth excursion:
Czech Folklore Evening
Experience a lively night of Bohemian spirit that will leave your hands clapping, your feet tapping and your face smiling. Enjoy an authentic Czech dinner as you are entertained by a folklore ensemble playing the country’s best-known songs and performing traditional Czech and Moravian dances. Be sure to note the performers’ traditional folk dress, or Kroje. It showed which village you were from and if you were single or married. -
Day 6: Prague • Munich
Travel to Nuremberg
Visit Dachau
Continue on to Munich
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Day 7: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Enjoy free time in Munich
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Day 8: Liechtenstein • Lucerne
Visit Neuschwanstein Castle
Make a stop in Liechtenstein
Continue on to the Lucerne region
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Day 9: Lucerne
Take a tour of Lucerne
With your tour director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Kapellbrücke
- Lake Luzern
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Alps Experience
Venture to the top of Mount Pilatus, the majestic 6,387-foot peak that towers over Lucerne. In the summer, take a boat across Lake Lucerne and then ride the Pilatus cog railway—the steepest in the world—to the top. During other seasons, take a motorcoach to the base and a 45-minute cable car ride to the top, where you’ll enjoy splendid views. (Note: Warm clothes and appropriate shoes recommended.)Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Folklore Event
Opt to join us for a bit of Swiss tradition. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal, including the chance to try fondue—the Swiss National Dish! Afterwards, watch a show, complete with yodeling, traditional dancing, and Alpine horns. Note: Groups traveling from October to mid-April will enjoy Swiss music during their meal instead of the show.
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Day 10: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 10: Paris
Travel by TGV train to Paris
Arrive in Paris
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Day 11: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Add this in-depth excursion:
Versailles
Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.
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Day 12: Paris
Take a walking tour of Paris
With your tour director you will see:
- Île de la Cité
- Conciergerie
- Sainte-Chapelle
Visit the Louvre
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
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Day 13: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach (TGV high-speed train with extension)
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Hotels
8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (11 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
4 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (5 with extension); 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director; 2 walking tours (3 with extension)
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Entrances
Topography of Terror Museum; Dachau; Herrenchiemsee Palace; Swiss Alps experience (with extension: Louvre)
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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.
