Day 1 Budapest

Szia! Welcome to Hungary. Your adventure begins in the gorgeous dual city of Budapest by private transfer from airport to your hotel. If you arrive early, why not stroll around the grand architecture and boulevards to get your bearings. Maybe explore one of the local markets and pick up a langos (a deep-fried Hungarian pastry with different toppings). Why not head out to Statue Park to get an insight into the city’s past or take a soak in one of the many thermal bath complexes around town.

Day 2 Szechenyi Spa, Hop-on Hop-off & Cruise

Start your adventure with a rejuvenating visit to the Széchenyi Thermal Spa, one of Europe’s largest and most iconic thermal bath complexes. Then hop aboard a 1-hour Danube River Cruise and admire Budapest’s most beautiful landmarks from the water. Explore the city from land with a 24-hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus ticket that lets you travel freely between neighborhoods. Then dive deeper into Budapest’s history and legends on a guided walking tour through key districts. To enhance your visit, you’ll also receive 3 multilingual audio guides focusing on Buda, Pest, and Jewish heritage — perfect for self-guided exploration. Stay connected at all times with 3 GB of eSIM mobile internet, ideal for navigation, sharing, and accessing your guides on the go.

Day 3 Vienna

Hop on a train this morning to the cosmopolitan city of Vienna. After dropping your bags at your accommodation, you’re in for a real treat! Explore Vienna at your own pace with a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour aboard an open-top double-decker bus and enjoy the freedom to discover the city’s baroque beauty and modern marvels. With engaging audio commentary on-board, immerse yourself in Vienna's history and culture as you visit iconic landmarks like St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Vienna State Opera, Hofburg Palace, and Schönbrunn Palace. Enhance your journey with a Guided City Walking Tour led by a licensed guide, offering insights into Vienna's imperial past. The City Route highlights both old Vienna and modern Vienna, from the grandeur of the Museum Quarter to the futuristic architecture of UNO City and Danube Island. The Palace Route takes you through Vienna’s outskirts to see architectural gems like Belvedere Palace and the expressionist landmark, Hundertwasserhaus.

Day 4 Vienna

You’re free to choose your own adventure today, and Vienna has a lot to offer! For art lovers, there's a vast array of museums, including the Albertina, the Leopold, Kunsthalle Wien and the Museum of Modern Art. Those interested in 19th- and 20th-century Austrian art should visit the Belvedere Palace – home to Gustav Klimt's painting 'The Kiss'. Check out the colourful Hundertwasserhaus or the dome of the Secession building. Perhaps visit Hofburg Palace – once the imposing winter retreat of Habsburg royals and now the official residence of the Austrian president, or visit the gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral and the neo-classical Graben. If you want to see something impressive, head to the State Opera House – one of the world's most important opera houses and the heart of classical Viennese culture. All these activities you can cover with your Hop-on Hop-off pass. Schönbrunn Palace entrance ticket is included which you can avail either on day 3 or day 4 by prior booking.

Day 5 Salzburg

Travel to Salzburg this morning via train – this Austrian hub on the border of Germany is backdropped by the Eastern Alps and divided by the Salzach River. When you arrive, you’ll have a full free day to explore all this gorgeous city has to offer, from the Old City to the New City. Maybe head to Mirabell Palace and Gardens for a picnic if the weather's nice or discover Mozart’s birthplace. Head to the medieval walls of Fortress Hohensalzburg and marvel at the architecture (you can also pay to get inside), or find a great viewpoint and snap some photos of the city in the shadow of the mountains, with the fortress looming above on the hill.

Day 6 Bled

Hop on a train to the Slovenian resort town of Bled. Sitting at the edge of the Julian Alps, this place is full of picturesque sights that are sure to take your breath away and the rail journey from Salzburg is a great way to start! Grab a window seat if you can, as you'll be crossing the Alps through a tunnel that sits 1300 m above sea level, with mountain vistas on every side. In the heart of the Alps, visit one of the largest natural attractions in Slovenia - Lake Bled. Besides the blue-green water, you admire the picturesque architecture of the Bled Castle, which is built atop a cliff that rises above the lake. You can opt to reach the unique island in the middle of the lake with the traditional Pletna boat. There, climb up the 99 stone-step staircase to the church and ring the wishing bell. Alternatively, decide for a leisurely stroll along the lakeshore, enjoying some of the most spectacular views of this picturesque lake. Today we will provide you private train station to hotel transfer.

Day 7 Bled

Today you have a free day to enjoy all the fun activities Bled has to offer (calling all nature lovers!) Maybe take a full-day adventure around Triglav Massive – there are many outdoor activities available here to get the blood pumping, such as rafting, caving, canoeing and swimming in the warmer months. Why not hire a bike and head out of town to Vintgar Gorge, where you can walk through a natural canyon. Perhaps explore Bled Castle, sitting atop the cliff overlooking the lake, or catch a pletna (small wooden boat) over to the island in the middle of the lake to ring the wishing bell.

Day 8 Venice

This morning, travel to Venice by van. A city of canals, Venice is built over a hundred small islands connected by 400 bridges. When you arrive at Mestre walk to your hotel & self check-in. Later with ACTV Pass, head out for an orientation walk with local guide – the best way to see Venice is by foot – passing by the Grand Canal, Rialto Bridge, Palace of the Doge, Piazza San Marco and the Bridge of Sighs. There are shops, markets, galleries and churches around every corner here, so there’s plenty to explore. Tonight, what better to do than tuck into some iconic Italian cuisine (and maybe a big glass of vino?).

Day 9 Venice

With no activities planned for today, you’re free to leave your accommodation at any time after checkout. That doesn’t mean your adventure has to end! Italy’s city of canals is an extraordinary place to see on foot, and if you’d like to spend an extra day or two exploring, just speak with us.