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Take a journey of discovery to nations that were part of Europe's Eastern Bloc during the Cold War. With their independence reborn and now at their most vibrant, these lands combine countless medieval delights with a sense of joyfulness that will seize your imagination. Come with us on this memorable 12-day tour and visit buzzing Frankfurt and Munich; trace Germany's wondrous Romantic Road; relish the Baroque jewel of Salzburg; and admire the lovely cities of Ljubljana, Budapest, Vienna and Prague.
Itinerary at a glance
Board your trans-Atlantic flight to Germany to begin your journey around Eastern Europe.
Arrive in Frankfurt, Germany's most diverse city and the largest economic center in Europe. Upon arrival meet your guide and embark on a brief city tour of Frankfurt, admiring the elegant Baroque architecture, vibrant squares and the Cathedral with its towering 19th-century spire, before checking in to your hotel.
★★★★ Crowne Plaza Frankfurt Congress Hotel or Similar
After breakfast, depart for the Baroque town of Wurzburg, a gateway to the fabled Romantic Road. Admire this photogenic town including its rebuilt St. Kilian Cathedral, Old Main Bridge and City Hall and inside visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the restored Würzburg Residence*. Then, continue to the Bavarian capital of Munich, known for its imposing squares and monuments, and annual Oktoberfest beer festival. If time allows, take a city tour to see landmarks including the Old Town Hall at the Marienplatz and onion-domed Cathedral Church of Our Dear Lady. Tonight, enjoy a delicious German Dinner.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel
Today starts with a sightseeing tour of Munich, followed by a drive to the Romantic Road's southernmost point, the town of Fussen. Soak in the views of hilltop Neuschwanstein Castle*, a fairytale-like ensemble of towers and spires set against the white-capped Alps. Built in the 19th century by "mad" King Ludwig II, the castle inspired Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty Castle. Afterward, continue through gorgeous countryside to Austria and Mozart’s home town of Salzburg. Here, perhaps take our optional tour to the historic Bad Dürrnberg Salt Mines that brought wealth to Salzburg in medieval times. Ride a train into the salt tunnels, cruise on the salt lake, and learn about the trade before returning to Salzburg.
Included: Breakfast
★★★★ Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre or Similar
Today, fall in love with Baroque Salzburg, Austria's "Sound of Music" city. Visit the ornamental Mirabell Gardens, home to the staircase where Maria and the Von Trapp children sang "Do-Re-Mi!", and admire the Mirabell Palace, both sights immortalized in the beloved Rodgers and Hammerstein musical. Afterward, explore Salzburg's charming Old Town. Enjoy free time to look round, perhaps enjoying the panoramic views from the Hohensalzburg Fortress, or visiting the townhouse where Wolfgang Mozart was born, now a museum. Alternatively, perhaps join our optional excursion to St. Gilgen and Lake Wolfgang in Austria's spectacular Lake District. Later, leave Salzburg and travel to Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel
★★★★ Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel or Similar
Sometimes known as the "Much Loved City", olden Ljubljana never fails to delight. Flanked by snow-tipped mountains, the quaint city overflows with bridges, monuments, and Baroque architecture. Enjoy an orientation tour to see highlights including medieval Ljubljana Castle, and the Old Town where you tour the City Hall, Robba Fountain, St. Nicholas Cathedral, the Main Square and the Tromostovje "Triple Bridge". Then, continue to the Postojna Cave*, the world's biggest known karst cave network. Descend underground into the chambers filled with stalagmites and stalactites, before returning to the surface and traveling to Croatia and spending the night at Plitvice.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner at hotel
Today, visit Plitvice National Park*, a UNESCO-listed reserve famed for its glorious, interlinked lakes, mountains, waterfalls and forests, all awash with flora and fauna. As you discover this glorious park, watch for some of the 126 species of wild birds that make it their home. Having explored here, continue to the Hungarian capital of Budapest, arriving in time to relax and savor a Traditional Hungarian Dinner accompanied by musical entertainment.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner and show
★★★★ Ensana Thermal Margaret Island Health Spa Hotel or Similar
Budapest takes its name from two cities — Buda and Pest — each divided by the Danube River. Today, discover this magnificent city and its colorful culture on a sightseeing tour. View the fanciful turrets of the Fisherman's Bastion*, and see Matthias Church*, the Parliament Building, and Royal Palace, otherwise known as Buda Castle. Afterward, join a Danube River Cruise* to glide along the famous river to Pest. Here, board a coach to see Heroes' Square, with its vast monument to the Magyar chieftains who settled here in the 9th century. Then, continue to Vienna, and enjoy time free in Austria's capital, known as the "City of Music". Shop for souvenirs, relax at one of its grand coffee houses or explore St Stephen's Church. This evening, perhaps join us for an optional Vienna Johann Strauss Concert.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
★★★★ Renaissance Wien Hotel Vienna or Similar
Today, admire the architectural treasures of Vienna on a city tour. Visit the 18th-century Schonbrunn Palace*, once the summer residence of the Hapsburgs and see its gardens, statuary and Gloriette belvedere. Enjoy a drive around Vienna's sights, including the Vienna Opera House, Ringstrasse Boulevard, City Hall, Parliament Building and Hofburg Palace before continuing to Prague, the Czech Republic capital.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel
1,000-year-old Prague boasts a medley of historical buildings, churches, cobbled lanes and magnificent squares, all crowned by Prague Castle. Today, get acquainted with this beautiful city on a sightseeing tour around the palaces, churches and gardens of Prague Castle* including its Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral*. Cross statue-lined Charles Bridge to Old Town Square to see its splendid Astronomical Clock and explore the atmospheric Jewish Quarter, before enjoying the rest of the day at leisure. Be sure to cap your sightseeing with an optional cruise on the Vltava River, seeing highlights such as Prague Castle and Charles Bridge from the different perspective of the water.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
★★★★ Hotel Royal Prague or Similar
Start today by traveling through West Bohemia to the spa town of Karlovy Vary. The ideal spot for winding down your adventure, this handsome town is named after Holy Roman Emperor Charles (Karl) IV, who reputedly discovered its springs in 1358. Enjoy a walking tour and learn how the springs’ much-vaulted healing powers have been used to treat ailments for centuries. Afterward, return to Frankfurt and reflect on your vacation with your fellow travelers at a Farewell Dinner this evening.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner at hotel
Transfer to Frankfurt airport and cherish the memories of your tour on your US-bound return flight.
Included: Breakfast
Excellent bilingual (Chinese and English speaking) tour manager throughout the tour in Europe.
Sightseeing with specialist local guides in selected cities.
European or buffet breakfast daily at hotel.
Lunches or dinners included as specified in the itinerary.
Admission fees for sightseeing attractions as denoted by an asterisk* in tour itinerary:
Wurzburg - Residence Palace
Fussen - Neuschwanstein Castle
Postojna - Postojna Cave
Plitvice - Sixteen Lake National Park
Budapest - Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church, Danube Cruise
Vienna - Schonbrunn Palace
Prague - Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral
Deluxe air-conditioned tour coach with professional service of drivers.
Airport group transfers in Europe on arrival (Frankfurt) and departure (Frankfurt). (Land+Air Packages only).
Group identification badge, luggage tag and document holder provided for your convenience and easy recognition.
Create your ideal getaway with the following upgrade options. Extensions and upgrades can be added during the booking process or speak to one of our travel advisors to tailor your perfect trip.
Treat yourself to the most sought-after seats on our coaches — those in the first two or three rows. We assign 10 seats in the front rows on a first-come, first-served basis subject to availability. To pre-book these seats for less than $10 per day, select the front of coach seating option online in your Peony Tours account.
Airfares included in the advertised Land + Air Package prices are from Boston(BOS) / New York(JFK) / Los Angeles(LAX), including fuel surcharge and taxes/fees, not including any baggage fees or seat assignment fees.
Departures from other gateway cities, please add appropriate U.S. domestic add-on fares. For time zone of your gateway city, please call Peony Tours.
*Fares are subject to availability; for detailed gateway fares please view our dates & pricing
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The hotel is located in the district Niederrad, between Frankfurt International Airport, the fairground, and Deutsche Bank Park Arena. Thanks to its location, the hotel is easily accessible either by public transportation to train station Niederrad (700m) or by car (motorway 1km). The City Centre can easily be reached by public transport within two stops or 10 minutes drive.
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Holiday Inn® Munich - Unterhaching hotel is in the Unterhaching business park, close to Taufkirchen S-Bahn station. At this hotel you can enjoy inclusive Wi-Fi, Our inviting Open Lobby has a Coffeeshop with Dallmayr coffee and All Day Dining at Restaurant Leonardo. Watch sports on TV at charming Bistro Bar Alex, spend sunny days on the mountain-view roof terrace or savour a Bavarian beer in the garden.
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Located in central Salzburg, you can take a dip in our heated indoor pool, unwind in our Finnish sauna, or work out in our Fitness Center. Free WiFi and our BarRoque bistro and bar serve up trendy takes on Austrian classics.
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For a sophisticated place to stay in the heart of the city's business and shopping district, look no further than the contemporary Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel in Ljubljana. With a convenient location and with easy access to the city center via public transport, you'll be well-placed to explore this historic, green city. Ljubljana was awarded the title of Green Capital of Europe in 2016.
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Lyra, a brand new 4* design hotel with 58 rooms is located in the village of Ličko Petrovo Selo and directly on the border of the Plitvice National Park, just 16 km from the current entrance to the park. What makes Lyra special, is its unique location in the area that claims to have the smallest amount of light pollution in continental Europe.
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The location of the Thermal Margaret Island Health Spa is simply unique. Situated on beautiful Margaret Island, the quiet leisure paradise in the heart of thermal baths Budapest and a stone’s throw away from the bustling life of the Hungarian capital. The possibilities are endless in this up-and-coming metropolis and legendary spa destination.
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Experience eminent style at Renaissance Wien Hotel. Set in the exciting city center of Vienna, Austria, our hotel features 305 spacious guest rooms with plush bedding and fashionable decor, high-speed Wi-Fi access and 24-hour room service. Dine at Wunderkammer Drinking & Dining restaurant where you'll discover global cuisine, a bountiful Sunday brunch buffet, evening cocktails and lively music. Let our staff make your visit to Vienna memorable with our 4-star service here at Renaissance Wien Hotel.
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Royal Prague Hotel strategically located hotel in the Prague district of Karlín, right in the middle of the Business City. It is close to all major Prague landmarks and Prague Castle. Elegant and luxurious interiors are the guarantee of maximum comfort during your stay.
★ ★ ★ ★
Mövenpick Hotel Frankfurt City is ideally located next to the trade fairground with easy access to the charming old city of Frankfurt. So whether you are visiting for business or leisure Mövenpick Hotel Frankfurt City is a perfect choice.
good but not best, wishing peony becomes best tour co.
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Steve Liang is greatEnjoyed the trip
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Steve Liang is GoodWe enjoyed the trip
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Great tour. Good arrangement on hotel, meal and sight seeing. Optional tour is very worthwhile to join. Cities in east Europe is very pretty. Peony tour provides good service. Highly recommend.2nd time with peony tour and It is much better than last time. Since the tour covers such a large area, we have to spend a lot of time on the road. I hope peony tour can design more tour that just focus one country at a time. a lot of country side is as pretty as city.
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I am very pleased with the tour setup. The time management is good since we have to visit so many countries in a set time, The tour gives me a chance to see many cities and experience variety culture. The hotel we stayed is nice. Even they are not 5 star fancy hotel, they are clean and comfortable. We have several opportunities to pick our own lunch which is very nice. I enjoyed sitting outside of the restaurant and watching the city view. Weather is nice in May for east Europe. Overall peony provides a good quality of service. Highly recommend.We are lucky to have an excellent tour guide and safe driver. They make the trip enjoyable. Our tour guide, Damian, and driver, saprine, deserve a big round of applause. Since our trip covers a lot of countries, we spend quite some time on the road. Saprine's driving is safe and steady. Damian always courteous, give clear instruction and takes good care of everyone.
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My Tour Manager was Nathan W. He was so knowledgeable and hardworking. Nathan has made our trip more enjoyable and interesting. He always did his best to make the trip wonderful in may ways. Nathan is the best of the best.The trip to Eastern Europe that we took on June 13. 20018 was one of the best trips I've taken. We are very pleased with the way Peony Tour organizing the tours especially with Kenny Cao and Nathan W. Those 2 people have supported us much in making the trip come true. We appreciate it.
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Our Tour Manager is excellent. He is the best of the best. He is not only knowledgeable but also well organized person. He always chose the best for his customers. I would like to have Nathan W. as our Tour Manager for our next trip with Peony tour Company.The tour was excellent in all activities and everything.
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Our tour manager was Damien Ganem. He was excellent! He was humorous, organized, responsible, and very experienced. He took care of many details for us during the trip. He made sure the group members were all punctual and he managed the time wisely. He made us laugh and we had a great time traveling with him! Damien is a great asset of your company!Our driver was Ceprien. He was very patient and courteous. He drove safely. We highly recommend him.
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Excellent Hotel NH Frankfurt Conference Center, both stay and food (dinner and breakfast) were much below expectation.
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This was my first tour with Peony. I had a very good time with Peony. Thanks.I will choose Peony next time.
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John Huang,our tour leader did an excellent job to guide us through these 11 days. His knowledge/information and his patience was vital to lead us to such an enjoyable tour. The bus driver also did a very good job as well. I am pleased to join this tour and I will recommend it to others. Danubius Health Spa Resort Margitsziget at Budapest was an excellent choice. I enjoyed the Spa, I wish I could stay there a bit longer.
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Sam Lin is a wonderful tour manager. My family had a great time in the trip.
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如果可以安排多兩天就更好.導遊先生JAMES WANG非常盡責' 我們給滿分
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a very good tour planning and services
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James Wang 是一个杰出的导游。他辛勤的工作使我们的旅游过程充满了欢乐。他给我们上了一堂有趣的欧洲历史课。他为我们解决了旅途中遇到的困难。希望明年旅游时，他还是我们的导游。
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James 是非常有經驗和知識丰富的導遊、每日掌控时間非常精確,同時对歐洲历史熟悉,在車上路上都講的很精彩。一路不但吸收新知識也玩的很開心。希望下次再参加由他領隊的旅遊。
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James is an excellent tour guide. He could tell us the European History like a story. The bus driver is excellent too. The improvement for the tour was the bus space between the seats. It was too narrow and not very comfortable.
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A very impressed and satisfactory tour. Leader Jamess Wang provided an excellent service. We will join your Peony tour again.
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excellent tour guide. He offered lost of history and educational information along the way. Some of the hotels had drainage issue in the tub and sink. The bus driver is very friendly and safe drive. Bus is new and clean.
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Tour schedules and plans were good. The tour bus was new and clean. The tour guide,John Huang, was very knowledgeable and has a sense humor.
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Tour Manager IS excellent!!!
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Very good! There is no other opinions.
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Great Tour guide (Caro Hsu)I'll ask for her again on my next North Europe trip in 8/31/2017 great tour route, got to visit many places in short time. Good planning
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wifi on the bus, bigger seat since the trip is quite long,the first hotel in Frankfurt just OK but the last night of the trip at mOVENPICK was an excellent choice, Juliette Lu is a wonderful tour guide.
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Tour Leader Juliette Lu was very organized and paid good attention to details for a large group of 42 guests. I appreciated her English-Chinese use in the tour for those who were not very knowledgeable of the Chinese-Mandarin language. Siu Fun was very helpful in answering all my questions and pre-handling preparation for the Eastern Europe trip. Suggestion: There should be a bus sitting procedure in place for people going solo. I avoided any displeasure by sitting on the back of the bus, which was not assigned to anyone. Fortunately, Mario, our long distance coach driver, was excellent and the ride was not bumpy and smooth all the way.
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We had a wonderful time with our tour manager.She is excellent performance.
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This is my first time to join Peony Travel, I am 100% satisfied with your arrangement and service. Especially Ms Juliette Lu did excellent job, I hope I can join her travel group in the near future.
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Juliette Lu is very professional
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Tour manages are excellent, foods and hotels most are very good too. The tour guide, Ms.Juliette Lu has excellent tour experience and knowledge especially in the Europe history. would like have bilingual service on the local guide as well so that better understand the history, especially in the Prague castle tour.
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All tour members are on time for all the stops. No time is wasting. Juliette provides the great service to all of us, so glad to have her as our Tour guide. Love to have her as the tour guide for my next Ritz tour.
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I had a great time of this trip. Tour guide:Juliette is very professional and acknowledgeable, provide the great service. I feel very luck may have her as our tour guide.
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knowledgeable and professional! Everything is organized.
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Vienna 地陪很好，Vivien 加油
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Tour guide John is great! Thanks his detail instructions.The only Chinese food was great! Wish can have more Chinese food.
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Mr. John Huang is a very experienced and responsible tour manager. He provided tour details everyday, made sure everyone was counted for and safe. He was very funny and personal too. At the end he gave us a recap of where we went, it was a wonderful trip. Miss Daisy Wu was extremely responsive with our bookings. She answered all our questions and concerns promptly. Bus driver David was very skillful driving the bus. He kept us on schedule and safe. Jenny, the local guide in Vienna, was the best guide for the trip. Her narrative at the museum was the highlight of the tour. She spoke in both English and Chinese, she's a good story-teller and caught everyone's attention. Munich, Budapest and Prague were too crowded, did not enjoy that much. Vienna was beautiful, clean and elegant. Smaller cities were more fun, such as Wurzburg, Saltzburg and Karlovy Vary. They're charming and had many things for tourists to do. Sixteen Lake National Park was absolutely beautiful. Air was so crisp and fresh. All the optional tours were worth-while and good. There were 47 people in our group. I thought the max was 40? Should have got a better bus for the large group. Some people arrived at Frankfurt Airport at 6am. The last group arrived at 11:30am. We arrived at 8:30am, were told we would leave at 10:30am. But we had to wait until the last group got to the parking lot, it was past noon. Should have sent people to hotel at least two trips. Some people had to wait for 6 hours.
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very enjoyable. We will go with Peony tours again
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Eddie did a great job.None
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Overall, the tour (itinerary, hotels, food, Eddie, etc.) is very good. We had a great time and have no complaint and are looking forward to join another Peony Tour.
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EXCELLENT
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Caro is very knowledgable, considerate and efficient.
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The tour was excellent! I really enjoyed it.
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Overall I really enjoyed this tour. Damien was an amazing tour guide - no complaints from me for him! He's friendly, easy going and interacted really well with us throughout the whole tour. When our family ran into trouble with a few things he was so helpful and handled it really well, he definitely made this tour all the more enjoyable. As for it itinerary - I wished we only stayed one night in Prague and another in Karlovy Vary. It would've been nice to be able to go to the thermal spas there.
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GUIDEr MR Wang is EXCELLENT
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we had Juliette as our tour guide, she is super
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