<div><span style="font-size: 12px;">Welcome to Budapest! Transfer to the hotel will be included.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">In the late afternoon, we’ll take you to the city’s pedestrian area, a lively district filled with charming traditional restaurants, many of them featuring live music—the perfect way to start exploring the city.</span></div>

<span style="font-size: 12px;">We’ll include a panoramic tour of the city, divided by the Danube River. We’ll visit Buda, with its historic old town, and Pest, known for its lively commercial districts. You’ll have the opportunity to experience the charm of this magnificent city. The afternoon will be free for you to explore at your leisure.</span>

<div><span style="font-size: 12px;">We’ll depart early from Budapest and travel through Slovakia, where we’ll visit Bratislava, the country’s capital on the banks of the Danube. There will be time for a stroll through its historic center, nestled at the foot of the imposing castle.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">Our journey will then take us to Trencin, a charming medieval town in western Slovakia, known for its impressive castle and vibrant historic center. There will be time to explore and enjoy lunch.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">In the afternoon, we’ll continue our route through picturesque landscapes of forests and rolling hills as we make our way to Poland. We’ll arrive in Krakow at the end of the day.</span></div>

<div><span style="font-size: 12px;">We head south of the CZECH REPUBLIC to discover the landscapes of Bohemia. We visit České Budějovice, with its charming historic center, and then Český Krumlov, a medieval gem declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After free time, we return to PRAGUE, arriving in the mid-afternoon.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">In the morning we include a panoramic visit with a local guide in KRAKOW, the capital of “Little Poland,” founded in the 7th century, whose old town has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During our visit, we will see, in addition to its beautiful medieval streets, the Market Square, one of the largest in Europe and the heart of the city, as well as Wawel Hill, the former residence of Polish kings.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">After lunchtime we travel to AUSCHWITZ-BIRKENAU, the former concentration camp that reminds us of dark moments in Europe’s history. We will visit Camp II, Birkenau, where trains arrived from all over Europe.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">Later in CZESTOCHOWA, we visit the Monastery of Jasna Góra, home to the Black Madonna, a highly frequented pilgrimage site.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">Arrival in WARSAW at the end of the afternoon.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">Note: Sometimes it can be difficult to obtain the required entry tickets for Auschwitz. In such cases, the program may be modified (usually by entering the concentration camp at a later hour and visiting Wadowice instead of Czestochowa).</span></div>

<div><span style="font-size: 12px;">We’ll start the day with a panoramic tour of WARSAW with a local guide. Home to nearly two million people, this political and economic hub of Poland boasts a blend of modern architecture and meticulously restored historic buildings. We’ll stroll through the charming old town, featuring many old buildings, the Royal Palace, and cobbled streets, all restored after their destruction in World War II and now declared a World Heritage Site. We’ll visit the Palace of Culture, a skyscraper gifted by the Soviet Union, reflect on the history of what was once the largest Jewish ghetto in Europe, and wander through Lazienki Park, home to the Chopin Monument.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">You’ll have free time in the afternoon to visit museums, such as the National Museum and the Warsaw Rising Museum, or to explore the lively city center filled with shops and activities.</span></div>

<span style="font-size: 12px;">After breakfast, we’ll depart for northern POLAND. Our first stop will be OLSZTYNEK, where we’ll visit the open-air Museum of Folk Architecture (admission included). Here, you can admire wooden houses, old mills, and a traditional church, making it feel like you’ve stepped back in time! We’ll then continue to the Elblag Canal, the longest navigable canal in Poland, where we’ll visit a museum located in an area where boats are hauled over land on rails to navigate elevation changes. Next, we’ll head to MALBORK to visit its impressive castle (admission included, green route), one of the largest medieval castles in Europe, built in the 13th century by the Teutonic Order and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We’ll arrive in GDANSK — formerly known as DANZIG—in the evening. The historic center is stunning and lively, and we highly recommend an evening stroll to experience its vibrant atmosphere.</span>

<span style="font-size: 12px;">After breakfast, we’ll depart for northern POLAND. Our first stop will be OLSZTYNEK, where we’ll visit the open-air Museum of Folk Architecture (admission included). Here, you can admire wooden houses, old mills, and a traditional church, making it feel like you’ve stepped back in time! We’ll then continue to the Elblag Canal, the longest navigable canal in Poland, where we’ll visit a museum located in an area where boats are hauled over land on rails to navigate elevation changes. Next, we’ll head to MALBORK to visit its impressive castle (admission included, green route), one of the largest medieval castles in Europe, built in the 13th century by the Teutonic Order and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We’ll arrive in GDANSK — formerly known as DANZIG—in the evening. The historic center is stunning and lively, and we highly recommend an evening stroll to experience its vibrant atmosphere.</span>

<span style="font-size: 12px;">After a pleasant journey, our ferry will arrive in KARLSKRONA in southern SWEDEN around 06:30 a.m. We’ll continue to STOCKHOLM, with a stop in VÄSTERVIK, a charming seaside town with a picturesque historic center. In the afternoon, we’ll arrive in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, a beautiful city spread across fourteen islands in the Baltic Sea archipelago, connected by numerous bridges and ferries. Stockholm is renowned for its rich history, stunning architecture, and its blend of modernity and tradition. The afternoon is yours to enjoy. We recommend taking a stroll through the historic center and visiting its museums and parks.</span>

<span style="font-size: 12px;">Today we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of this beautiful capital city, built on 14 interconnected islands. We’ll visit Gamla Stan, also known as the “the city between bridges”, the lively old quarter filled with monumental buildings such as the Nobel Prize Museum, located right beside the main square of Stortorget which honors Nobel Prize winners, the Cathedral, and the Royal Palace. Whenever possible, we’ll enjoy the stunning views from the Fjällgatan viewpoint. Afterwards, you’ll have leisure time to explore. We recommend visiting the museums and parks. Optionally, you can visit the City Hall and the Vasa Museum.</span>

<span style="font-size: 12px;">We’ll head south. After spending some time in the vibrant coastal town of HELSINGBORG, we’ll take a ferry from SWEDEN TO HELSINGOR in DENMARK in the early afternoon. You’ll get to enjoy some time in Helsingor, Hamlet’s hometown, where the impressive Kronborg Castle stands out, before we continue our journey to Copenhagen, arriving in the evening.</span>

<div><span style="font-size: 12px;">In the morning, we’ll enjoy a panoramic city tour with a local guide of the Danish capital, known for its exceptional quality of life, commitment to sustainability and rich cultural life. We’ll see The Little Mermaid, Nyhavn harbor with its colorful historic buildings, the exterior of Amalienborg Palace, home to the Danish royal family, the Town Hall Square, and the Tivoli Park area. After that we’ll leave for the south of DENMARK. In GEDSER we’ll take a two-hour ferry to cross to GERMANY. We’ll arrive in Warnemünde and continue towards BERLIN, arriving at the end of the day.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">Note: If only a few passengers are traveling between Copenhagen and Berlin, this route may be completed using a regular passenger line without altering the content of this stage’s itinerary.</span></div>

<span style="font-size: 12px;">Immerse yourself in the local culture with a guided panoramic tour of BERLIN, the captivating capital of GERMANY. We’ll see the historic center, Museum Island, the Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, the shopping streets and the city’s beautiful parks. Our visit will also include stops at the Holocaust Memorial and the Berlin Wall Memorial Museum. For an optional excursion, you can visit Potsdam and its stunning palaces.</span>

<div><span style="font-size: 12px;">We’ll travel through scenic forests to DRESDEN, a city renowned for its exceptional architectural and artistic heritage, making it one of Germany’s top tourist destinations. There will be time to admire its magnificent palaces and enjoy lunch at your leisure.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">Afterward, we’ll cross into the CZECH REPUBLIC, arriving in PRAGUE in the mid-afternoon. We’ll include a panoramic tour of this stunning city, where highlights include the Castle, the Town Hall Square, and the iconic Charles Bridge.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">At the end of the day, the welcoming city center awaits you, home to traditional breweries where you can savor a wide variety of typical beers</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 12px;">Note: In some cases, the Prague city tour may take place on Sunday.</span></div>

<span style="font-size: 12px;">A free day to explore PRAGUE at your own pace. Alternatively, you will have the option to explore Artistic Prague, including Mala Strana, the Infant Jesus of Prague, St. Nicholas Church, a cruise on the Vltava River, and the Jewish Quarter.</span>

<span style="font-size: 12px;">After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.</span>