Imperial Europe Escape
Europe · 9N/10D · leisure
From ₹1,18,999 per person
Experience the elegance of Central Europe on this beautifully paced 9-night journey through Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Explore Vienna’s imperial palaces, Salzburg’s musical heritage, and the vibrant Danube city of Budapest.
Highlights
- Explore Vienna’s Schönbrunn Palace
- Visit the village of Hallstatt
- Discover Mozart’s hometown
- Enjoy a panoramic bus tour in Bratislava
- Cruise along the Danube River in Budapest
- Relax at a luxury spa in Budapest
- Travel between cities by scenic trains
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Day 1: Arrival in Vienna
Location: Vienna
Arrive in Vienna and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure to explore nearby cafés or take an evening stroll. Overnight stay in Vienna.
Stay: Arthotel ANA Gala or Similar
Day 2: Day 2: Vienna – Imperial Grandeur
Location: Vienna
Enjoy a Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens Tour. Explore Vienna’s imperial heritage and baroque architecture. Afternoon free for St. Stephen’s Cathedral or Hofburg Palace. Overnight stay in Vienna.
Stay: Arthotel ANA Gala or Similar
Day 3: Day 3: Vienna to Salzburg
Location: Vienna, Salzburg
Self-transfer to the railway station and board your train to Salzburg. Upon arrival, check in and explore Mirabell Gardens or Salzburg Old Town. Overnight stay in Salzburg.
Stay: Best Western Plus Amedia Art Salzburg or Similar
Day 4: Day 4: Hallstatt Excursion
Location: Hallstatt, Salzburg
Half-day guided excursion to Hallstatt, one of Austria’s most scenic lakeside villages. Return to Salzburg for overnight stay.
Stay: Best Western Plus Amedia Art Salzburg or Similar
Day 5: Day 5: Salzburg at Leisure
Location: Salzburg
Free day to explore Mozart’s Birthplace, Hohensalzburg Fortress, or take an optional Sound of Music tour. Overnight stay in Salzburg.
Stay: Best Western Plus Amedia Art Salzburg or Similar
Day 6: Day 6: Salzburg to Bratislava
Location: Salzburg, Bratislava
Self-transfer to station and travel by train to Bratislava. Evening at leisure to explore the compact Old Town. Overnight stay in Bratislava.
Stay: Hotel Matyšák or Similar
Day 7: Day 7: Bratislava Exploration
Location: Bratislava
Enjoy a 95-minute panoramic sightseeing bus tour covering major landmarks. Rest of the day free for cafés or castle views. Overnight stay in Bratislava.
Stay: Hotel Matyšák or Similar
Day 8: Day 8: Bratislava to Budapest
Location: Bratislava, Budapest
Travel by train to Budapest. Evening free to explore the Danube promenade. Overnight stay in Budapest.
Stay: Gold Hotel Budapest or Similar
Day 9: Day 9: Budapest – Cruise & Spa
Location: Budapest
Enjoy a historical daytime Danube River cruise with sparkling wine. Later, relax with a Mandala Day Spa & Luxury Pool VIP experience. Overnight stay in Budapest.
Stay: Gold Hotel Budapest or Similar
Day 10: Day 10: Departure
Location: Budapest
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Budapest airport for your onward journey.
What's included
- 9 nights accommodation in well-located hotels on bed and breakfast basis
- Private airport transfer on arrival in Vienna
- Private airport transfer on departure from Budapest
- Standard class train tickets for Vienna–Salzburg, Salzburg–Bratislava, and Bratislava–Budapest sectors
- Skip-the-Line Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens tour in Vienna
- Half-day guided excursion to Hallstatt from Salzburg
- 95-minute panoramic sightseeing bus tour in Bratislava
- Budapest Historical Daytime Danube Cruise with Tokaj Premium Frizzante
- Mandala Day Spa & Luxury Pool VIP experience in Budapest
- Daily breakfast at all hotels
What's not included
- International airfare
- Schengen visa charges
- Travel insurance
- Railway station transfers in all cities
- Lunches and dinners unless specifically mentioned
- City taxes payable directly at hotels
- Personal expenses including tips, porterage, and optional excursions not mentioned in inclusions