Day 1, Monday, arrive Vienna
You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Dinner tonight will be in a typical local Heurigen restaurant. (D)

Day 2, Tuesday, in Vienna
On your morning sightseeing tour, visit the Hofburg Palace, once the seat of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and view the Belvedere Palace, Prater amusement park, the UN buildings, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and other vivid reminders of the city’s imperial history. After a free afternoon, enjoy an evening concert of Strauss’ and Mozart’s music. (B)

Day 3, Wednesday, in Vienna
Take a guided visit to the kunsthistorische Museum this morning. The balance of the day is free. (B)

Day 4, Thursday, to Budapest
Today, journey eastbound by motor coach or first class train to Budapest, often called “Paris of the East”. The afternoon is free for independent activities or optional excursions. (B)

Day 5, Friday, in Budapest
Situated on the opposite banks of the river Danube, the former cities of Buda and Pest are linked by a series of graceful bridges. Your morning sightseeing tour includes views of the decorative Parliament building,
seat of the National Assembly; Vaci Utca, a pedestrian street lined with shops and restaurants; Heroes’ Square with the Millennium Memorial, 118 foot high Corinthian column dedicated to the Roman Catholic Church, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The balance of the day is at leisure. (B)

Day 6, Saturday, in Budapest
Sightseeing tour this morning focuses on the Castle Hill area, the 13th century Matthias Church, Fisherman’s Bastion and Royal Palace. Afternoon is free for last minute shopping or independent exploration. Tonight, enjoy dinner with entertainment in a typical csarda restaurant. (B, D)

Day 7, Sunday, depart Budapest
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B)