On this splendid Central Europe tour, you’ll discover parts of the former Habsburg Empire. Your adventure starts in Prague and ends in Budapest. You’ll overnight in some of Central Europe’s most exciting cities: Prague, Vienna, and Budapest. Expert Local Guides share the history and secrets of each of these unique cities with included sightseeing tours. Among the sights you will see in Prague are Charles Bridge, dating to 1357 and one of the oldest stone bridges in Europe, and the Astronomical Clock. In Budapest, see the Parliament building, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered one of the world’s most beautiful parliament buildings, as well as Fishermen’s Bastion, which overlooks the city and the Danube. In Vienna, view the Hofburg, the palatial complex and the political focal point for the Hapsburgs. You’ll have time on your own in Vienna to sit in a café with a piece of scrumptious Sachertorte, or explore the inside of St. Stephen’s Cathedral with its Romanesque and gothic architecture. You’ll also stop in Bratislava, Slovakia’s capital city, to venture discovering its highlights, such as the castle, a dominant feature of the city for centuries. Vibrant cities and historic sights—along with some beautiful scenery of the Danube River—make this an exciting tour through Central Europe for value-minded travel lovers.
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The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!
Special Departures:
Departures December 5 and 12, 2025 include visits to the Prague, Vienna & Budapest Christmas markets.
Departure December 26 includes New Year's festive dinner
ARRIVE IN PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
- Welcome to the Czech Republic! Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city with the help of the CosmosGo app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
PRAGUE
- The wealth of Gothic and Baroque architecture perhaps inspired Dvorak and Smetana, both Prague composers. Your included guided sightseeing tour features landmarks such as the Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town Square with the Astronomical Clock, built in 1410 with a sinister medieval figure of death who emerges to pull the bell cord. There’s so much more to explore! Discover the Castle District, the largest castle complex in the world, on an optional guided tour.
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While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.
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- The Best of Prague's Castle District
From castles and squares to crypts and cathedrals, discover the wonders of Prague's Castle District on this memorable guided walking tour followed by wine tasting in the Castle's vineyards.
3h 0m
price range: $$
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- Brewery Dinner
Visit a real local brewery and enjoy a delicious dinner with live accordion music performed in the classic Czech style.
3h 0m
price range: $$
PRAGUE–VIENNA, AUSTRIA
- Travel from Bohemia into Moravia, then into Austria and on to Vienna, where the included sightseeing tour starts with the State Opera, Parliament, and the Town Hall. Stop for a stroll in Heroes’ Square to view the Hofburg Imperial Palace.
Today’s Distance: 205 mi/ 330 km
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VIENNA
- Vienna, Austria’s capital, lies in the country’s east on the Danube River. Its artistic and intellectual legacy was shaped by residents including Mozart, Beethoven, and Sigmund Freud. The city is also known for its Imperial palaces and the Museums Quarter district, where in a mix of historic and contemporary buildings, one can admire works by Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt, and other artists.
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While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.
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- Esterhazy Enchantment Palace & Wine Experience
Discover elegance and culture with a tour of Esterházy Palace and its art, history, and architecture, followed by a winery visit with tastings. Savor fine wine, local charm, and a delightful lunch in Eisenstadt.
7h 0m
price range: $$$
VIENNA–BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA–BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
- Leave the city of “Waltz” and spend some time at leisure in Bratislava, Slovakia’s capital city. The pedestrian-only, 18th-century old town is known for its lively bars and cafes. Perched atop a hill, the reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooks Bratislava’s historic old town and the Danube. Continue traveling along the Danube and head for the Hungarian border and its capital city, Budapest. This evening why not join the optional Danube Dinner cruise - sit back, relax, enjoy dinner, and take in the views of Parliament, Fisherman’s Bastion, and Castle Hill.
Today’s Distance: 174 mi/ 280 km.
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While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.
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- Danube Dinner Cruise
Enjoy a dining and sightseeing experience like no other as you cruise along the Danube River while savoring a delightful 3-course dinner and marveling at the beauty of Buda and Pest.
3h 0m
price range: $$$
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- Beautiful Bratislava Walking Tour and Tasting
Explore the charming Slovakian town of Bratislava with a leisurely walk in the pedestrian zone of the historical city center, historic sights, and delicious bites.
1h 30m
price range: $$
BUDAPEST
- Budapest is a treasure trove of architectural wonders, from Gothic to Baroque; Neoclassical to Art Nouveau, but it is also full of history, a food capital and surprisingly rich in thermal waters. Discover all of this and more during the guided city tour. Tonight sit down with your travel companions for dinner at your hotel.
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While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.
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- Hungarian Traditions and Tastes: Liqueur and Chocolate Experience
Embark on a delightful experience to discover the tastes and tales behind two of Hungary's most celebrated traditional tastes: Unicum liqueur and chocolate!
3h 0m
price range: $$
BUDAPEST
- Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
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