Day 1
day 1 Arrive Budapest
Arrive in Budapest, where you'll be met upon arrival and transferred comfortably to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to settle in and begin exploring the city at your own pace.
Day 2
day 2 Budapest City Tour Including Parliament Visit
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before setting out to explore the highlights of Budapest, including a visit to continental Europe’s largest Parliament building. Begin your guided city tour in the historic Castle District, where a short walk introduces you to its main attractions and offers stunning panoramic views of the city.
Continue across the Elizabeth and Margaret Bridges while learning about their history. See the exterior of Europe’s largest synagogue before heading to City Park. Along the route, you’ll pass notable landmarks such as Europe’s largest thermal spa and the Budapest Zoo. Your next stop is Heroes’ Square, home to impressive statues of Hungary’s iconic kings and dukes.
From here, travel down Andrássy Avenue toward downtown Pest, passing the Opera House and St. Stephen’s Basilica. The tour concludes with a guided visit of the magnificent Parliament Building. Designed by Imre Steindl and inspired partly by London’s Palace of Westminster, it is the largest Parliament building in the world. Inside, you’ll explore the ornate session room, the grand central staircase, the vaulted hall, and the cupola room, which houses the Hungarian Crown Jewels and the Holy Crown.
Day 3
day 3 Budapest At Leisure
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a full day at leisure to experience Budapest at your own pace. Explore the city’s charming neighborhoods, unwind in one of its famous thermal baths, or stroll along the Danube Promenade for beautiful river views. Browse local markets, discover hidden cafés, or revisit your favorite sights. Whether you choose to relax, shop, or continue sightseeing, the day is yours to enjoy the best of Budapest on your own.
Day 4
day 4 Train Transfer from Budapest to Vienna
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the train station to board your train from Budapest to Vienna. Upon arrival, a transfer will take you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure to relax or begin exploring Vienna at your own pace.
Day 5
day 5 Schönbrunn Palace & Vienna City Tour with Priority Access
After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour of Vienna, taking in major sights along the elegant Ringstraße, including the Vienna State Opera, Hofburg Palace, Parliament, City Hall, and the Museum Quarter. Continue to Schönbrunn Palace, where priority entry allows you to skip the lines and enjoy a guided tour of the former Habsburg summer residence. Explore its beautifully furnished state rooms and learn about the lives of Austria’s imperial family. The tour concludes back at the Vienna State Opera, leaving you with a rich overview of Vienna’s cultural and architectural treasures.
Day 6
day 6 Vienna At Leisure
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy the day at leisure to explore Vienna at your own pace. Wander through elegant boulevards, relax in a traditional Viennese café, or revisit your favorite landmarks. You may choose to browse local shops, enjoy the city’s renowned museums, or simply unwind and soak in the charm of Austria’s capital.
Day 7
day 7 Vienna to Salzburg Train
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the train station for your journey from Vienna to Salzburg. Upon arrival, a transfer will take you to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to relax or begin exploring Salzburg’s charming streets at your own pace.
Day 8
day 8 Salzburg At Leisure
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then spend the rest of the day at leisure in Salzburg. Wander through the Old Town’s narrow cobbled streets, visit quaint cafés, or relax by the Salzach River. You might explore local shops, discover charming historic sites, or simply soak in the peaceful alpine atmosphere. The day is yours to enjoy Salzburg at your own pace.
Day 9
day 9 Salzburg to Zurich By Train
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the train station to board your train from Salzburg to Zurich. Upon arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure—take time to relax, stroll along Zurich’s charming streets, or begin discovering the city’s lakeside beauty at your own pace.
Day 10
day 10 Zurich: City Highlights Tour by Coach, Cable Car & Ferry
After breakfast, set out to discover Zurich and its beautiful surroundings on an extended guided city tour. Explore the charming Old Town, including highlights such as St. Peter’s Church with the largest clock face in Europe, the elegant Bahnhofstrasse, the historic Guild Houses, and the scenic Limmatquai.
Enjoy a photo stop at the harbor for stunning views of Lake Zurich and the surrounding hills before continuing along the picturesque “Gold Coast” to Meilen, where you’ll cross the lake by ferry. The tour then takes you to Adliswil for a memorable cable car ride up to Felsenegg. From the top, take in breathtaking panoramic views of Zurich, Lake Zurich, and the snow-capped Alps.
Day 11
day 11 Departure
After breakfast, enjoy a comfortable transfer to the airport for your onward flight, bringing your journey to a smooth and pleasant conclusion.
