Central Europe

What better way to experience the diverse culture of Central Europe than on this extensive jaunt from the mountains to the sea. Discover the ancient myths and legends of cities that have seen it all and be dazzled by the rich culture of vibrant old towns.

From the heart of Bohemia to the verdant Greek Islands - with a smatter of alpine views and ancient Ottoman towns in between - unravel the fascinating history of this region.

For anyone who's ever wanted to step back in time and meet colourful local characters along the way, this is the ultimate adventure.

Itinerary / Highlights

Days 1-3 Vienna/ Bratislava
Discover Vienna's historical delights. Take a day trip to Slovakia's City of Fountains.

Days 4-5 Cesky Krumlov
There's no better way to see this fairytale town than by bicycle.

Days 6-8 Prague
Discover the magic of Prague's Old Town and take an optional visit to the Bone Church at Kutna Hora.

Day 9 Teplice
Get some fresh air hiking through the beautiful Teplice National Park.

Days 10-11 Krakow
Take a sobering journey to Auschwitz. Listen out for the Hejnal mariacki bugle call in Krakow.

Days 12-13 Tatra Mountains
Travel through rolling hills to a base in the Carpathians. Embark on a walk into the mountains.

Days 14-16 Budapest
Enjoy free time to discover the Pearl of the Danube.

Days 17-18 Osijek
Head out from your base in Osijek's citadel to explore the Kopacki Rit Nature Park by canoe, two wheels or foot.

Days 19-20 Belgrade
Explore one of Europe's oldest cities and perhaps spend an evening at the opera

Days 21-23 Sarajevo/ Mostar
Discover Mostar and its famous bridge that crumbled during the war. Enjoy free time in Sarajevo.

Day 24 Ostrog Monastery
Hike to this magnificent monastery, a pilgrimage site for Orthodox Christians.

Days 25-26 Budva
Soak up the sun on the sandy beaches or climb the walls that surround the Old Town.

Day 27 Kotor
Be enchanted by the twisting alleyways and climb the hills behind the city to visit mysterious ruined castles.

Days 28-30 Dubrovnik
Look out over the Adriatic and enjoy the calm of this charming, picturesque city.

Day 31 Ulcinj
Between the restaurants, galleries and beaches, there's something to delight every traveller in Ulcinj.

Days 32-33 Tirana
See the extraordinary frescoes outside the Et'hem Bey Mosque.

Days 34-35 Berat
Wander through the well-preserved medieval citadel, which encloses dozens of ancient churches and houses.

Days 36-37 Gjirokastra
Perched high on a rocky slope, Gjirokastra is a rare example of a well-preserved Ottoman town.

Days 38-39 Saranda
Visit the beautiful Blue Eye Spring and discover the legends concealed within the ruins of Butrint.

Days 40-41 Corfu
Delve into the myths of ancient Greece at the Archaeological Museum.

Days 42-43 Athens
Celebrate the end of the journey in the city that started it all.

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Accommodation Details

Hotels/basic hotels (26 nts), pensions (6 nts), private apartments (3 nts), private rooms (6 nts), monastery (1 nt)