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DATES

March 22-29, 2012

PRICE

$1920 + $279 = $2199 per person double/triple occupancy (limited triples)
$2385 + $279 = $2664 per person single occupancy - Maximum 2
$1720 + $279 = $1999 per child under 12 sharing with 2 adults
*Taxes & fuel surcharges subject to change.

PRICE INCLUDES:

• Roundtrip air from DFW to Prague-Budapest to DFW
• Roundtrip transfers
• 6 nights hotel accommodations
• 5 breakfast & 2 dinners
• Professional Trafalgar guide
• 1 bag porterage per person
• Taxes

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
• Optional excursions
• Gratuities
• Items of a personal nature

Please read the full set of terms and conditions before booking this trip.

ITINERARY

Day 1
Departure from USA for Czech Republic

Day 2
Arrival in Prague
Upon arrival in the morning at Prague's international airport, we'll be greeted by Trafalgar's Tour Director with group transfer by coach to our hotel, where the rest of the day is at our leisure. (Remember hotel rooms are typically ready between 2-4PM). Prague's collection of ancient buildings and magnificent churches makes it one of the most beautiful historical cities in Europe, so try to get out for a stroll and adjust the biological clock! Later this evening, why not get to know your travel mates by joining our Tour Director for a welcome drink. It's a great way to make new friends and take advantage of useful information and orientation tips! And not to be missed tonight is our welcome dinner.
Overnight: Prague (D)

Day 3
Prague
It's an early buffet breakfast and then we're off with our English-speaking local guide to Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral, where the Czech kings, Holy Roman Emperors and presidents of Czechoslovakia and the Czech Republic have all had their offices. The castle buildings represent virtually every architectural style of the last millennium, as we'll see when we enter the complex, which dates back to the 9th century. We'll be amazed by the spectacular Bohemian Crown Jewels and a collection of baroque and mannerist art (an exhibition dedicated to the preservation of Czech history) as well as the beautiful gardens that surround the castle. Then, as we enter St. Vitus Cathedral - the largest and the most important church in Prague � through the Castle Courtyard, we'll admire its bronze door, decorated with reliefs depicting scenes from the legends of St. Wenceslas and St. Adalbert. We'll also visit The Alley of Gold, a row of small houses literally glued to the walls of the Castle. This is where the Castle's fusiliers lived and later goldsmiths, from whom the alleyway got its name. King Vladislav had over 200 Alchemists working here at one time. In more recent times, Czech writers, including Franz Kafka and poets moved into the houses, finding inspiration in the alleyway. A walking tour of Prague will introduce us to the Gothic Charles Bridge, with its thirty Baroque statues and stepping off the bridge into the Old Town Square is like stepping back in time seven hundred years. With its collection of ancient buildings and magnificent churches, it is one of the most beautiful historical sights in Europe. Rest of the day at leisure to explore shops and stalls around the Old Town Square.
Overnight: Prague (BB)

Day 4
Prague
Enjoy a free day in Prague! There is much to see and savor, and perhaps a visit to the 17th Century Church of Our Lady of Victory might be interesting. Its famous wax effigy, Infant Jesus of Prague, is venerated by millions every year who bring gifts and offerings. The Empress Maria Theresa herself made and embroidered, an outfit and brought it personally to this church.
Overnight: Prague (BB)

Day 5
Bratislava - Budapest
It's the beginning of a new week that will see us in three countries by day's end! After checkout and buffet breakfast, we begin our journey southeast to Budapest and on the way we'll enjoy an orientation drive tour of the bustling capital of the Slovak Republic, Bratislava, just forty miles from the center of Vienna. An infusion of money from the west has restored the impressive collection of 18th Century buildings in this charming and intimate city, whose streets and squares are alive with strollers and al fresco diners at any hour when the weather permits. We'll get a good look at Bratislava Castle, a landmark of this town and a National Slovak Cultural Monument. From here, Budapest is just two hours away to the south and east and it is here that we'll spend our final three nights of the tour.
Overnight: Budapest (BB)

Day 6
Budapest
Budapest is an exotically beautiful city, with a variety of important sites, and we'll see many of them today, after buffet breakfast, as our local guide escorts us on a walking tour. A symbol of Buda's Castle District is Matthias Church, named after the Renaissance king who contributed the towers and who was twice married there and we'll get a good look at this impressive cathedral. From Fisherman's Bastion, one of the most popular spots in the Castle District, an almost Disney-esque fairytale structure, we'll get a grand panorama of almost the entire city, including the world famous Parliament Building with its dome and spires. Not to be missed is the Great Synagogue, one of the renowned landmarks of Budapest and Hero's Square, the imposing plaza built for the 1896 millennium celebrations. The rest of the day is at leisure and tonight why not enjoy a Hungarian dinner on your own, complete with local Magyar musicians?
Overnight: Budapest (BB)

Day 7
Budapest
Enjoy a free day in wonderful Budapest! Consider a visit to Liberty Square, its Communist monument, still in its original place, giving praise and thanks to the Communist troops for saving the Hungarians from the Germans. Enjoy the day and whatever you choose to do, be on hand for tonight's exclusive Be My Guest dinner at a local family restaurant.
Overnight: Budapest (BB BG)

Day 8
USA - EARLY EARLY DEPARTURE
After buffet breakfast and checkout, we board our motor coach for the group transfer to Budapest Airport and our flight home to the USA. Have a safe journey!

AIR SCHEDULE

Destination	Depart	Arrive
DFW/Frankfurt	5:30PM	9:30AM
Frankfurt/Prague	1:10PM	2:15PM
Budapest/Frankfurt	6:35AM	8:15AM
Frankfurt/DFW	10:35AM	2:35PM

HOTELS

All hotel rooms are rated superior tourist class or higher and have private baths. Please remember that hotel check-in time is 3:00PM, thus rooms may not be ready immediately upon arrival in each city. Hotel names and addresses will be provided in final tour documents.

OPTIONAL TOURS

TRAFALGAR TOURS WILL OFFER OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS FOR THIS TOUR. SCT DOES NOT ALWAYS RECEIVE INFORMATION OR PRICES ON THESE TOURS BEFORE THE GROUP DEPARTS. THESE TOURS ARE STRICTLY OPTIONAL.

ABBREVIATED TERMS AND CONDITIONS

*********A VALID PASSPORT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS TOUR AND MUST BE VALID 6 MONTHS AFTER YOU RETURN FROM THIS TOUR************

A deposit of $900 per person is due with booking. Final payment of is due Dec 15, 2011.

If cancelled before Dec 15, 2011 a fee of $700 per person is assessed. If cancelled on or after Dec 15, 2011 - package is nonrefundable.

Insurance information will be given with confirmation.

Prices represent a 5% discount for payment by check or money order. Rates are 5% higher if using a credit card and require an authorized signature. We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, & Discover.

Legal first and last names (NO NICKNAMES) must be given as shown on your passport. Name changes are $200 per name change and may be made up to 75 days prior to departure.

Please read the full set of terms and conditions before booking this trip.