★ Eastern European Ancient Charm & Swiss Scenery Classic Tour
★ Visit the three capitals of Eastern Europe and feel the time travel in the old town: Prague, the capital of literature and art, Budapest, the pearl of the Danube, and Vienna, the capital of music
★ Two characteristic towns: "Postcard from Heaven" Hallstatt & Hot Spring Town Karlovy Vary
★ Visit the stamp country of Vaduz and stroll along the Didi Lake in the German Lake District
★ Check in at Lake Zurich, Titlis Snow Mountain, Rhine Falls, and experience the freshness, purity and magnificence of Switzerland
★ Special gift: 1-hour Vienna Citywalk, led by a local Chinese tour guide, measure the rustic cobblestone roads with your footsteps, look up at the towering spires, and experience the tranquility and splendor of the city of Vienna over the thousand years of history!
★A multicultural tour of the Balkan Peninsula
★Famous city tours: Zagreb, the heart of Croatia, Sarajevo, reborn after the war, Belgrade, the capital of Serbia
★Immerse yourself in nature: Lake Balaton, a Hungarian holiday resort, and Plitvice Lakes National Park, the Jiuzhaigou Valley of Europe
★Check out the niche towns and uncover the unknown hidden side of Eastern Europe
★Listen to the Sea Organ in Zadar
★Split: Experience the intersection of ancient Roman heritage and seaside style
★Visit King's Landing in Game of Thrones from Dubrovnik
★Visit the medieval town of Stone Town, the Catholic pilgrimage site of Mezhugorje, and the hidden secret of Blagaj
★Day 4 to Day 10 upgrade to a 25-Person Premium Small Group Tour, with a maximum group size of 25 guests.
**Travel Tips:
Since some countries in the Balkan Peninsula require a Schengen visa, you will need to apply for a Schengen visa twice or more. And countries such as Serbia and Bosnia require additional separate visa applications.
Before booking, please be sure to confirm the type and validity period of your passport, verify the type of specific visa you need and entry requirements, to avoid your trip being affected by visa issues.
Itinerary
Day 1
Frankfurt【Bus】Karlovy Vary【Bus】Prague
Depart from Frankfurt, Germany in the morning and cross the border into the Czech Republic in the afternoon. First, we will arrive at Karlovy Vary, a spa town full of spa corridors and magnificent Baroque buildings. Karlovy Vary was founded by King Charles IV of Bohemia in 1370. It is the most famous and largest spa resort in the Czech Republic. In addition to appreciating the beauty of the architecture, you can also sip the mineral water that heals the body and mind. Then we will go to the capital of the Czech Republic and arrive in Prague, the ancient capital of Eastern Europe, which is known as the medieval gem, in the evening. They then proceeded to their hotel to rest.
[Monday/Wednesday] Itinerary:
Frankfurt → Czech → Karlovy Vary (1 hours) → Prague
Day 2
Prague【Bus】Bratislava
Today we'll explore Prague, the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic and a renowned tourist destination. The city boasts a wealth of architecture spanning various historical periods and styles. Prague's architecture is characterized by its vibrant and vibrant rooftops, creating a striking visual experience. Known as one of Europe's most beautiful cities, it was also the first city in the world to be designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After our visit, we'll drive to Hungary, where we'll spend the night in Bratislava or a nearby city.
[Tuesday/Thursday] Itinerary:
Prague → Prague Castle：Old Royal Palace+St. George's Basilic+Golden Lane (Outside visit, 15 mins) → Charles Bridge (Pass By) → Old city center (visit the city hall clock tower, square, etc., 30 mins) → Overnight in Bratislava or nearby cities
Day 3
Bratislava【Bus】Budapest
Today we will arrive in Budapest, the capital of Hungary, which is known as the "Paris of Eastern Europe" and the "Pearl of the Danube". The city is divided into two by the Danube River, the west bank of the river is called Buda, and the east bank is called Pest. First, we will visit the Heroes' Square, which celebrates the founding of the country and commemorates the Magyar League, and then come to the Hungarian Parliament Building, the largest building in Hungary, to admire the Gothic Revival style design. Then check in at the Elizabeth Bridge, which was built to commemorate Princess Sissi. It spans the beautiful Danube and connects Buda and Pest on both sides. After that, visit the Fisherman's Bastion and the Matthias Church, where successive Hungarian kings were crowned. During dinner time, we have arranged for you either a Danube River Cruise to enjoy the sights of Budapest on both banks, or participation in a Hungarian National Ball, combined with an authentic Hungarian Authentic Flavors experience.
[Wednesday/Friday] Itinerary:
Bratislava → Budapest → Heroes' Square (15 mins) → Hungarian Parliament Building (Outside visit, 15 mins) → Elisabeth Bridge (Pass By) → Fisherman's Bastion (Outside visit, 15 mins) → Matthias Church (Outside visit, 15 mins) → Danube River Cruise+Dinner (Optional, 1.5 hours) Or Hungarian National Ball+Authentic Flavors (Optional, 1 hour)
Day 4
Budapest【Bus】Lake Balaton【Bus】Zagreb
In the morning, we set off for the picturesque Lake Balaton. With its attractive scenery, Lake Balaton has become an excellent holiday resort in Hungary. It is affectionately called the "Hungarian Sea" by Hungarians and has gradually become the favorite tourist destination for tourists from all over the world. After the tour, we will cross directly into Croatia and head to the capital Zagreb. This is a city with a tradition of resisting invaders. It has been baptized by artillery fire, but its buildings are still well preserved. The old town is full of beautiful Gothic buildings, Mediterranean cuisine, locally produced wine, and the optimistic and enthusiastic Croatians, which will give you an unforgettable travel experience. After arriving in Zagreb, we will visit a series of local landmarks to fully experience the city’s historical, cultural heritage and religious culture.
[Saturday] Itinerary:
Budapest → Lake Balaton (1 hour) → Croatian capital: Zagreb → Cathedral of Zagreb (Outside visit, 15 mins) → Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb (Outside visit, 15 mins) → Holy Mary's column (Outside visit, 15 mins) → Muzej prekinutih veza (Outside visit, 15 mins)
Day 5
Zagreb【Bus】Plitvice Lakes National Park【Bus】Zadar
In the morning, we will set off for Plitvice Lakes National Park, which is known as the Jiuzhaigou of Europe. The national park consists of 16 lakes connected one by one along the mountain trails. Among the dense mountains, countless layers of limestone barriers form natural dams, connecting lakes that are as beautiful as a fairy tale wonderland. The water of the lake has a special color. Calcium forms bronze on the surface of the trees in the water, which is smooth, dazzling and immortal, forming a rare underwater jade tree wonder. Surrounded by green meadows, rushing streams and waterfalls, and clear lakes, it is like a paradise on earth. Take a stroll along the lake trail, accompanied by the sound of clear flowing water and waterfalls, and your body and mind can fully experience the tranquil atmosphere of being away from the hustle and bustle for a moment. After the tour, you will be taken to your hotel in Zadar or its surroundings for check-in and rest.
[Sunday] Itinerary:
Zagreb → Plitvice Lakes National Park (Outside visit, 2 hours; if guests book tickets in advance, they can enter Plitvice Lakes National Park during this time) → Zadar → Zadar sunset viewing (Optional, 1 hour, only available in July-August)
Tips:
1. If you confirm that you want to visit Plitvice Lakes National Park, please log in to the official website in advance to purchase tickets in case you are unable to purchase tickets on site. Recommended booking time: between 11:00-12:00. After selecting the date and number of people on the booking page, please select Entrance 1 (Ulaz 1) and submit. Official website: https://ticketing.np-plitvicka-jezera.hr/?_gl=1*1ihr3l8*_gcl_au*MTIzNDIxODQ3LjE3NDU4MjE5MzI.
Day 6
Zadar【Bus】Split【Bus】Dubrovnik
In the morning, visit Zadar, a city with a strong religious atmosphere. The old city still retains the narrow streets and buildings of the Middle Ages, making you feel like traveling through time and space and going back to the past. Modern art installations popular with tourists have been added next to the pier: the Sea Organ and Salute to the Sun - Solar Flashing Lights. Then we went to Split, the second largest city in Croatia. The whole city is full of the charm of the ancient Roman Empire. The towering ancient Roman palace Diocletian's Palace was once a place for entertainment and leisure for the ancient Roman rulers. It is now listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. The history of this city is estimated to be more than 1,700 years. After the tour, we took a bus to Dubrovnik. This thousand-year-old city has been pushed to the forefront in recent years due to the "King's Landing" scene in the "Game of Thrones" series, and has become a more popular tourist destination.
[Monday] Itinerary:
Zadar (1 hour, visit theZadar Sea Organ and Monument to the Sun - Solar Flashing Lights) → Split (1 hour, visit the World Cultural Heritage: Diocletian's Palace) → Dubrovnik
Day 7
Dubrovnik【Bus】Neum
In the morning, we will visit Dubrovnik. The Nobel Prize-winning writer George Bernard Shaw once said: Those who want to see the beauty of heaven should come to Dubrovnik. I'm not exaggerating, Dubrovnik is a place that makes you fall in love at first sight. This wealthy city, once a hub for sea and land trade on par with Venice, suffered from bombardment during the Yugoslav period. It was later rebuilt under the supervision of UNESCO and the European Union and developed into a popular tourist destination. Exploring this Game of Thrones scene - King's Landing in person, you will feel like walking into a scene on the screen. Visit the city's famous sights: the Old Town, the city walls, the Governor's Palace, the Franciscan Church and the monastery. You can also take a cable car up the mountain to overlook this pearl of the Adenian Sea and take in the beauty of the entire city. After the tour, you will drive to Neum or its surrounding hotels to check in and rest.
[Tuesday] Itinerary:
World Cultural Heritage: Old City of Dubrovnik (2 hours) → Governor's Palace (Outside visit) → Walls Of Dubrovnik (Outside visit, 15 mins) → Dubrovnik Cruise (Optional, 45 mins) → Dubrovnik Mountain Photo Tour + Tour (Optional, 1 hour) → Franciscan Church and Monastery (Outside visit) → Neum
Day 8
Neum【Bus】Pochitli【Bus】Blagaj【Bus】Mostar【Bus】Sarajevo
Today we will start our journey in Bosnia, which was one of the six socialist republics of the former Yugoslavia. Our first stop will be the Stone City built in Rome, now listed as a World Heritage Site. Next we will go to the holy land of Medjugorje. Stormedjugorje has become an important pilgrimage site for Catholics and the third most visited revolutionary site in Europe. Every year, more than a hundred pilgrims go to the ancient city of Mostar, which is full of historical traces, and stand on the top of the exquisitely shaped and magnificent world heritage site: the High Arch Bridge, to capture the picturesque beauty on both sides of the river. After admiring the poetic and picturesque ancient city, take a bus to Sarajevo.
[Wednesday] Itinerary:
Neum → World Cultural Heritage: Stone Town-Pochitli (30 mins) → Mejugorje (30 mins) → Blagaj (30 mins) → Mostar → The Old Bridge In Mostar (outside visit, 40 mins) → Sarajevo
Kindly reminder: Bosnia and Herzegovina stipulates that the number of people entering and leaving the group must be the same, so you cannot leave the group on the same day.
You can enjoy Bosnian specialties lunch at your own expense
Day 9
Sarajevo【Bus】Belgrade
In the morning, we will visit Sarajevo, which was reborn after the fire. It was once an important gateway to the Eastern world in history. It is a city that brings together different religions and cultures and has a different European style. Sarajevo was rated by Lonely Planet as one of the top ten cities in the world worth traveling. Its profound historical marks, such as the Latin Bridge assassination that triggered the First World War and the encounter line between Eastern and Western cultures on the ground, have been preserved in the old city. Sarajevo's rebirth and transformation took place in the modern buildings of the new town. We left Sarajevo in the afternoon and headed for the Serbian border, arrive in Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, at dusk.
[Thursday] Itinerary:
Sarajevo → Sarajevo Old Town (1 hour) → Tunnel of Hope (Optional, 30 mins) → Belgrade
Kindly reminder: Bosnia and Herzegovina stipulates that the number of people entering and leaving the group must be the same, so you cannot leave the group on the same day.
Day 10
Belgrade【Bus】Budapest
In the morning, we will visit Belgrade, which is located in the core of the Balkan Peninsula. Belgrade, with the title of Balkan Peninsula, was the capital of the Yugoslav Federation. We will admire famous landmarks such as Belgrade Fortress, Church of Saint Sava, House of Flowers and St. Mark's Church, Serbian Parliament Building. In the afternoon, drive to Budapest, the capital of Hungary.
[Friday] Itinerary:
Belgrade → Belgrade Fortress (30 mins) → Temple of Saint Sava (exterior, 30 mins) → House of Flowers (exterior, 15 mins) → Church of Saint Mark (exterior, 15 mins) → National Assembly of Serbia (exterior, 15 mins) → Budapest
Special gift: 1-hour Belgrade Citywalk, led by a local Chinese tour guide to explore the capital of Serbia, located at the confluence of the Sava River and the Danube River. Walk slowly through the cobblestone streets, listen quietly to stories of the past, and appreciate this city full of historical charm and unique charm.
Citywalk Tips:
It requires a certain amount of physical strength, and it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes and loose clothes; all attractions are not open to the public. If the event cannot be carried out normally due to weather or other force majeure factors such as traffic control, strikes, etc., the event will be temporarily cancelled. Thank you for your understanding.
Day 11
Budapest【Bus】Vienna
After breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for Vienna, the capital of Austria and a famous metropolis in Europe. The atmosphere of classical music and art is strong here, and it is known as the "World Music Capital". When you stop by the streets of this city full of vibrant notes, you will always encounter romantic scenes, and it is easy to fall in love without any precautions.
[Thursday/Saturday] Itinerary:
Budapest → Vienna (2 hours) → Ring Road: Austrian Parliament Building (Outside visit), Hofburg (Outside visit), Heldenplatz, Vienna State Opera (Outside visit) → Stadtpark → Domkirche St. Stephan → Schönbrunn Palace (Outside visit, 15 mins) → Schönbrunn Palace Garden (1 hours; if guests wish to visit Schönbrunn Palace at their own expense, they may enter during this time slot.) → Waltz Music and Dance Performance Evening Party (Optional, 1 hours)
Special Gift: 1 hour Vienna Citywalk, led by a local Chinese tour guide, to explore and experience the tranquility and glory of Vienna's thousand year history with heart!
Citywalk Warm Reminder: All attractions are not allowed to be visited inside, and you will gain excellent opportunities to capture the scenery of Vienna along the way! If the event cannot proceed normally due to weather conditions, traffic control, strikes, or other force majeure factors, the event will be temporarily cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
Note:
Tickets for Schönbrunn Palace must be booked in advance on the official website. The booking website is: https://www.schoenbrunn.at/en/tickets-and-prices/all-tickets-tours. The recommended entry time is 13:30-14:00.
Day 12
Vienna【Bus】Hallstatt【Bus】München
In the morning, we will set off for Hallstatt, which is known as one of the most beautiful towns in the world. The town is surrounded by the Alps, and the clear lake is rippling, like a dreamlike fairyland, a fairy tale world, and is a postcard attraction in Austria. Then we will head towards Munich, Germany, and after arriving, we will visit the center of Munich's old town - Marienplatz.
[Friday/Sunday] Itinerary:
Vienna → Hallstatt (60 mins) → Munich → Marienplatz (30 mins)
Day 13
Munich【Bus】Vaduz【Bus】Titlis【Bus】Luzern【Bus】Zurich or nearby cities
After breakfast, we will head to Switzerland, known as the Garden of the World, passing through Vaduz, the capital of the small European country of Liechtenstein. Vaduz is famous for its Alpine landscape, hiking trails and stamps. Then we will cross the mountains to the Engelberg Mountains in central Switzerland to visit the Titlis Snow Mountain. Take the rotating mountain cable car to the Titlis Peak, which is 3,000 meters above sea level and covered with snow all year round. After 45 minutes, we will reach the top of the snow mountain to visit the ice cave, and then walk on the snow viewing platform. The surrounding peaks and glaciers are in full view. You can have lunch at the mountaintop restaurant. After that, we will go to the picturesque city of Lucerne to see the Lion Monument carved on the cliff to praise the loyalty and bravery of the Swiss nation. Stroll through the quaint streets full of boutiques, buy authentic specialty chocolates and souvenirs, or go to the watch shop to buy Swiss watches.
[Monday/Saturday] Itinerary:
Munich → Vaduz (1 hours) → Titlis (Optional, 2 hours) → Luzern (40 mins, visit Lion Monument) → Zurich or nearby cities
Day 14
Zurich【Bus】Rheinfall【Bus】Titisee【Bus】Frankfurt
Today, we'll begin by visiting Lake Zurich and taking souvenir photos by the lake. We'll then travel to Innohausen to admire the mighty Rhine Falls, resembling a galloping horse. The cascading waterfalls are truly breathtaking and breathtaking. We'll then travel through the Swiss mountains into Germany's Black Forest, admiring the renowned mountain lake of Dietzensee, the largest natural lake in the Black Forest. Dietzensee's azure waters contrast beautifully with the azure sky, white clouds, and lush trees, creating the illusion of "traveling within a painting." This area is also known for its cuckoo clock production, with interesting clocks for sale everywhere. Your guide will explain the manufacturing process. Afterward, you can enjoy a hearty pork knuckle lunch and a slice of authentic Black Forest cake at a lakeside restaurant, at your own expense. This truly worthwhile experience! We'll then return to Frankfurt.
[Tuesday/Sunday] Itinerary:
Zurich → Zurich Lake (Outside visit, 15 mins) → Rheinfall (Outside visit, 15 mins) → Black Forest & Titisee (30 mins) → Frankfurt
