Kompas Escorted Tours 2020

023 Day 4, in Budapest, Tuesday Situated on the opposite banks of the Danube River, the former cities of Buda and Pest are linked by a series of graceful bridges. Your morning sightseeing tour includes views of the Parliament, Royal Palace and Castle Hill area, Heroes' Square, and Gellert Hill with its Citadel, plus visit the Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church . The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this exciting city on your own. (B) Day 5 to Krakow, Wednesday The road to Krakow winds through the hills and countryside of Slovakia, past the Tatras Mountains and into the great plains of Poland. Upon arrival in Krakow, the second largest city in Poland, relax over dinner at your hotel. (B, D) Day 6, in Krakow, Thursday Your sightseeing tour starts at Wawel Hill, viewing the Royal Castle and visiting the Royal Cathedral . Next, take a walking tour of the Old Town, to see the Main Market Square and Renaissance Cloth Hall, and visit St. Mary's Church . The afternoon is free to discover more, shop, or relax over a pierogi or coffee and cake. (B) Day 7, to Warsaw, Friday This morning join on a visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau , a concentration camp from World War II and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then, journey to Czestochowa and visit the Yasna Gora Monastery , known for the picture of the "Black Madonna." In the late afternoon, arrive in Poland's capital city, Warsaw. (B, D) Day 8, in Warsaw, Saturday This 700-year-old capital is a symbol of Polish nationhood and the will to survive against great odds. A sightseeing tour here includes a drive along the famous Royal Route, from magnificent Castle Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, the summer residence of the last king of Poland. Pass by the Palace of Science and Culture (known as the “wedding cake”), the Saxon Gardens, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto, and the Barbican. Continue with a walking tour of the Old Town, the Old Market Square, and St. John’s Cathedral. The rest of the day is free for shopping, relaxing, a stroll through the city, or an optional late afternoon Chopin concert. (B) Day 9, depart Warsaw, Sunday After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight. (B) Included Features: Centrally located 4- and 5-star hotels Buffet breakfast daily 4 dinners (coffee or tea included) Airport transfers Touring by modern air-conditioned motor-coach Professional English Speaking Tour Director throughout Licensed Local Guides Entrance fees included where indicated in bold letters Luggage handling at hotels Complimentary whispers with sightseeing tours Service charges and hotel taxes Sightseeing Tours Included: Vienna Budapest Krakow Warsaw Hotels: Vienna: Imperial Riding School Renaissance (F) Budapest: Radisson Blu Beke (F) Krakow: Holiday Inn City Center (DLX) Warsaw: Mercure Grand (SF) TOUR K681 START DATES: END DATES: 2-May 10-May 16-May 24-May 23-May 31-May 30-May 7-Jun 27-Jun 5-Jul 11-Jul 19-Jul 8-Aug 16-Aug 15-Aug 23-Aug 12-Sep 20-Sep 19-Sep 27-Sep ( SOLD OUT ) 26-Sep 4-Oct PRICES: PER PERSON IN TWIN: $1,769 SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT: $669 SLOVENIA CROATIA ITALY GERMANY HUNGARY AUSTRIA CZECH REPUBLIC SLOVAKIA POLAND ROMANIA Budapest Krakow Warsaw Vienna 2 2 2 2