Welcome to Berlin! Check into the hotel in the afternoon and meet your tour leader and the rest of your group. The first organised activity starts in the evening where you’ll head to one of Berlin’s most famous beerhalls to experience traditional German music, lederhosen and hear the sound of clinking beer steins and lively conversation filling the air! Enjoy a traditional meal while getting get to know your group and all the friendly locals! Dancing on the tables later in the night is completely optional!
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Entrance to beer hall with meal and a drink.
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Breakfast
Walking Tour
End your time in Berlin with some breakfast and get ready for a magical journey to the heart of Prague. The direct train will take you alongside the Elbe and Vlatava rivers, through serene countryside, and past charming cities like Bad Schandau and Decin. There is even a restaurant cart if you fancy it!
Arrive into the “City of a Hundred Spires” in the afternoon and enjoy a few hours to relax or explore the city centre around the hotel. In the evening you will indulge in an incredible, contemporary 5 course Czech tapas menu with unlimited drinks. You are then free to explore the town at your own pace, visiting quirky Czech bars, or if you prefer, head with your tour leader to our favourite Jazz bar!
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Breakfast
Train travel
5 course tapas and unlimited drinks experience
After breakfast you have the morning to explore the city at your own pace before taking an unforgettable ‘Communism History and Nuclear Bunker’ Guided Tour, giving the opportunity to see a completely different side to the city! You then have the rest of the day to tick off all the must-see sights such as Prague castle, Charles Bridge and the famous astronomical clock.
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Breakfast
Guided Tour
After breakfast, travel by train to Bratislava – the capital of Slovakia! The 4.5 hour journey offers a unique opportunity to see the natural beauty and rural life of these regions up close.
You will arrive in the early afternoon, giving you time to walk around this small capital city which is brimming with charm, culture, and history. In the evening, visit one of Slovakia’s best culinary schools for a 4 hour cooking experience. Dive into the world of Slovak and international cuisines learning to cook alongside experienced chefs. You’ll gain insights into essential ingredients and the best culinary techniques while learning some recipes to take back home and impress your friends and family! And of course you get to eat what you make and more!
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Breakfast
Train to Bratislava
Cooking Lesson
Following breakfast, you’ll embark on a swift direct train journey to Austria, setting our sights on the beautiful city of Vienna. Arriving around lunchtime, we’ll check into our accommodation and soon after, delve into Vienna’s rich culture and history with a 2-hour private tour, expertly guided by a local. The rest of the day is then free for you to explore the beautiful palaces and gardens of the city, or if music is more your thing, then why not visit the state opera house.
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Breakfast
Train to Vienna
Guided Walking Tour
Today you can explore Vienna at your own pace, with the option to visit the many palaces, before meeting in the late afternoon to visit the Schlumberger (Austria’s answer to Champagne) Cellar World for a tour of the cellars followed by a Sclumberger sparking wine tasting session. These wine cellars are the oldest of their kind in Austria and extend for kilometres underground!
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Breakfast
Wine Tour and Tasting
Today is departure day. However, if you want to continue your journey for another week then why not check out the Best of Europe Flashpacking Group Tour. Alternatively, why not extend your trip and travel on your own independent rail trip booked through Euroventure or add extra post-trip accommodation in Vienna.
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Breakfast