You will fly from the U.S. on Wednesday, June 13 (on your own) and arrive in Budapest in the early morning of June 14. Transfer on your own to the Mercure Budapest Namzeti Hotel for a three night stay. Budapest is a most seductive city divided into two parts by the Danube River . Ottoman, baroque and art-nouveau styles offer an array of eclectic architecture. Hills, islands, and parks coexist with cafes, theater, monuments and castles. Also a must see are one of the famous historic thermal baths built by the Roman and Ottoman Empires. Our hotel is located in the heart of the Pest side which is where most of the dining and night life options are located.

After our three exciting nights in Budapest , we will take a 2 hour train ride (first class tickets) to Vienna . We should arrive in Vienna by early afternoon and have time to explore the city. During our stay in Vienna we will be staying at the very centrally located four star Sofitel Hotel. Vienna today is a modern capital robed in 18 th century charm and 19 th century grandeur. The Viennese invented the café society and continue to perfect the art of relaxation. The heart of Vienna is the ancient streets and hidden courtyards around St Stephen's Cathedral, a short walk from our hotel. While in Vienna take in a Mozart opera at the Staatbrunn or a performance of the Lippizaner Stallions or the Vienna Boy's Choir

We depart Vienna in the early morning by private motor coach to Prague. Our guests will be in for a special treat as we stop in the most picturesque town of Czesky Krumlov , a fairy tale town not even Disney could dream up. After a few hour stop, we continue on to Prague . We will enjoy four nights in this most magical city. The K&K Central Hotel, located stepst away from Old Town will be our home away from home. Prague is often favorably compared to Paris for it's shear beauty. Gothic and Baroque spires, art nouveau facades and even cubism lent to it's reputation as the City of One Hundred Spires. The city itself is one landmark, monument and historic building after another. The highlights include Charles Bridge , Castle Hill and the Jewish Quarter.

Inclusive features :

• Ten night accommodations at four star hotels
• Full buffet breakfast each day
• One half day sightseeing tour in each city
• First class train transfer from Budapest to Vienna
• Private motor coach transfer and sightseeing from Vienna to Prague
• Welcome dinner in Budapest
• One dinner in Prague
• All hotel taxes and service charges

Budapest

The Mercure Nemzeti is located on a main boulevard in the very heart of town. This art nouveau building was built in 1869 and had been restored and renovated under the currant management of Mercure Hotels. The hotel is a very short walking distance to the Danube , Chain Bridge, Opera House, and Jewish Quarter. Hotel rooms are average in size but with very high ceilings. Fabrics and carpeting use soft subtle color schemes. All rooms are air conditioned with triple glazed sound proof windows, TV, mini bar, internet and nice sized bathrooms. The original grand stairway, ballroom and restaurant are quite lovely and should not be missed. www.mercurehotels.com

Vienna

The Sofitel Vienna is located in the heart of the historic district, a few minutes away from the St Stephan's Cathedral and the most prestigious shopping district ( Karntner Strasse ). This is a perfect location to explore all the sites and sounds of Vienna . The building itself is modern. All hotel rooms are contemporary and have been greatly influence by the famed artist Gustav Klimt. The rooms are all air conditioned and have TV, in room safe, mini bar and internet. Large marble bathrooms feature tub/shower and hair dryer. A fitness center is nearby. www.sofitel.com

Prague

The K&K Central, our hotel in Prague is one of a kind. It boasts a spectacular tan art nouveau exterior but has a very coolly hip interior. The building was used as a cabaret theater in the 1930's which now been transformed into the stunning breakfast room. The location of the hotel is a few short steps away from the Municipal House and Powder Tower and Old Town . Rooms are very stylish and contemporary with blonde furniture and mauve, indigo and amber fabrics. Air conditioning, TV, coffee maker, and modern bathrooms with hair dryer, tub/showers, and heated floors are standard in all rooms. A small fitness center and sauna are free of charge. The K&K Central makes for a very comfortable and convenient base to explore this fabled city. www.kkhotels.com