Grand Central Europe and Hallstatt Tour
ALL CITY TOURS INCLUDED !!!
“From Vienna to Hallstatt, from Prague to Budapest: The Most Beautiful Story of Europe”
Bulgaria - Serbia - Hungary - Slovakia - Czech Republic - Austria
Belgrade - Szeged - Parndorf Designer Outlet - Vienna - Hallstatt - Cesky Krumlov - Prague - Bratislava - Esztergom - Visegrad - Szentendre - Budapest - Belgrade - Sofia
Tour Departure Dates:
January 18 / March 15 / April 19 / May 17 / May 23 / May 24 / June 7 / June 14 / June 21 / June 28 / July 5 / July 12 / July 19 / July 26 / August 2 / August 9 / August 16 / August 23 / August 30 / September 13 / September 27 / October 11 / October 25 / November 8
Special Days:
January Semester: January 18
Ramadan Feast and April Semester: March 15
April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day: April 19
May 19 Commemoration of Atatürk Youth and Sports Day: May 17
Kurban Bayramı : May 23 / May 24
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day : July 12
Republic Day : October 25
November Semester : November 8
Day 1 Istanbul – Belgrade
On the first day of our trip, we depart from Kadıköy Marriage Office at 19:00, from Mecidiyeköy Oto Ekspertiz in front of the inspections at 19:30, from Incirli Ömür Plaza in front of 20:00 and at 20:30 we start our Tour from Beylikdüzü Marmara Park Front. After our break and shopping in Edirne, we complete our passport and customs procedures at the Kapikule border gate and then cross to Bulgaria. We proceed to Belgrade via the route of Svilengrad-Plovdiv-Sofia.
Day 2 Belgrade - Subotica
After arriving in Belgrade at noon, we start our panoramic city tour. Starting with the Knez Mihailova Street, the most elegant street in Belgrade, which is a symbol of vitality and movement and one of Europe's oldest cities. Then we move to the Belgrade Fortress, where Fatih Sultan Mehmet was injured, but his conquest was granted to Suleiman the Magnificent. We end our tour at the terrace area where we will see the Key Monument, the French statue, the Istanbul Gate, the Military Museum, the tomb of Damat Ali Pasha, the Sokullu Fountain, and the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, which offers the most beautiful view of the city. After our tour, we have free time. Afterward, we transfer to our hotel for accommodation. Overnight in Novi Sad, Subotica or surrounding hotels.
Breakfast: Will be extra at rest stop on the way.
Lunch: Will be extra during free time in Belgrade city center.-
Dinner: Will be extra during free time.
Route: Istanbul-Belgrade (940 km), Belgrade - Subotica (188 km)
Day 3 Subotica – Szeged – Parndorf Designer Outlet – Vienna
After having breakfast at our hotel, we head to Szeged, the third largest city in Hungary, located on the southern border of the country. Located on the banks of the Tisza River, Szeged is also known as the 'City of Sunshine.' While Tisza gives life to the city, it has also led to destructive floods such as the disaster of 1879. Szeged, where Attila the Hun likely set foot and served as a district center for Budin and later Eğri provinces during the Ottoman Period, will be visited during our panoramic tour with a view of Votive Church and City Square, afterwards we will have free time. After the tour, we will move to Parndorf Outlet, where globally renowned brands are sold. After our outlet tour, we transfer to our hotel. Guests who wish may join an evening concert activity organized by the guide in Vienna (65EUR). In the capital of classical music, Vienna, we will have the chance to watch one of its famous classical music concerts. Overnight in our hotel in Vienna.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be extra during free time.
Dinner: Will be extra during free time..
Route: Subotica-Szeged (55 km), Szeged - Parndorf (361 km), Parndorf - Vienna (51 km)
Day 4 Vienna - Hallstatt - Wels
After having breakfast at our hotel, we depart for the Vienna city tour. We start our city tour of Vienna. We will see the Opera House, University, Parliament Building, Theatre, Hofburg Palace, and Museum District. After the tour with the guide's narrations, we will have free time. Following the free time, we move toward Hallstatt, a village known as the beautiful village of Europe, which is famous for its replica in China. In Hallstatt, which was listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage, after a brief tour by the lake, we will have free time to sit on benches by the lake and watch the swans and the soothing view, roam among the beautiful houses in the alleys, or shop at the stores selling local products in the Market Square of Hallstatt. After our visit in Hallstatt, we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight in Wels, Linz, or surrounding hotels.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be extra during free time.
Dinner: Will be extra during free time..
Route: Vienna-Hallstatt (288 km), Hallstatt-Wels (101 km)
Day 5 Wels – Cesky Krumlov – Prague
After having breakfast at our hotel We head to Cesky Krumlov, a medieval town, which is not only a precious jewel of the Czech Republic but is also on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Cesky Krumlov, which fell into disrepair during the darkest days of communism, has resurrected its beauty since the 1990s and continues to reflect its charm to all visitors. You will be amazed by Cesky Krumlov. After a short break, we proceed to Prague. After arriving in Prague, our panoramic city tour includes the Hradcany Castle District, Loretta Church, Presidential Palace, ST.Vitus Cathedral, built over 600 years and displaying neo-Gothic Renaissance and Baroque features, Franz Kafka's house, the Charles Bridge with 31 statues built by Chief Architect Peter Parler in the 13th century, the Old Town Square, the historical Astronomical Clock Tower and TYN Church will be among the places to see. After the city tour, we will have free time. Guests who wish may join an evening Czech Night activity organized by the guide (65EUR). You will enjoy an entertaining night with local cuisine, music, and dances in the local restaurants of Prague. Overnight in our hotel in Prague.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be extra during free time.
Dinner: Will be extra during free time..
Route: Wels-Cesky Krumlov (118 km), Cesky Krumlov-Prague (173 km)
Day 6 Prague – Bratislava - Esztergom – Visegrad – Szentendre – Budapest
After having breakfast at our hotel, we depart for Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia.Our city tour in Bratislava, one of the wealthiest capitals in Central Europe, will include; the banks of the Danube, the Jewish Holocaust Memorial, St. Martin Cathedral, the Palace buildings where Mozart gave his first concert at 6 and F. Liszt also at 9, Michael's Tower, the Old Town Square, Napoleon's Military and the Slovak State Theatre Building among the places to see. After visiting Bratislava, we will first explore the Esztergom Cathedral and the remains of the castle left from the Ottoman period. Then we will visit the magnificent Visegrad, a medieval castle and hunting lodge. This will be a panoramic view of the Visegrad castle. After that, we will go to a small town called Szentendre. In this town, you will find plenty of products like handmade covers, crystals, porcelain items, souvenirs, drinks, etc. After free time, we will head to Budapest. Transfer to our hotel. Overnight in Budapest.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be extra during free time.
Dinner: Will be extra during free time..
Route: Prague-Bratislava (328 km), Bratislava-Esztergom (158 km), Esztergom-Szentendre (38 km), Szentendre-Budapest (21 km)
Day 7 Budapest - Belgrade
After having breakfast at our hotel, we start our panoramic city tour in Budapest. During the panoramic city tour in Budapest; we will see Elizabeth Bridge, Gellert Hill, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Matthias Cathedral, the Chain Bridge, the Parliament Building, and Heroes' Square. Guests who wish may join an organized boat tour on the Danube River by the guide (35EUR). At the end of the tour, we will have free time and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Belgrade.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be extra during free time.
Dinner: Will be extra during free time..
Route: Budapest-Belgrade (380 km)
Day 8 Belgrade – Sofia – Istanbul
After breakfast, we check out of the rooms and depart: Arrival in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Following the arrival, a panoramic city tour of Sofia will be organized. We will see St. Nedelya Church, Rotunda Church, Russian Church, Hagia Sofia Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Prime Ministry, Parliament, Sofia University, and Banya Bashi Mosque. After the bus journey, we will depart for Istanbul and have our arrival. The tour ends here. We hope to see you in another tour organization..(Depending on customs transitions, arrival may be late at night on the following day.)
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the price.
Lunch: Will be extra during free time in Sofia.
Dinner: Will be extra at rest stop on the highway.
Currencies: Serbia - Dinar, Bulgaria - Lev
Route: Belgrade-Sofia (390km), Sofia - Istanbul (550km)
Total Distance Covered: 940 km
Estimated Arrival Time in Istanbul:Depending on customs transition timings, approximately 03:00