Czech
Republic & Austria – Storybook Kingdoms
Prague,
Salzburg, Vienna
Daily
Itinerary Day One
Welcome
to the Czech Republic
After
you pick up your luggage and pass through customs, an Adventures by Disney representative
will meet you outside of the customs/exit area and will direct you to your
transportation to the Prague Marriott Hotel. Relax as a driver assists with
your luggage and whisks your family away to the hotel.
The
Prague Marriott Hotel
Unwind
from your journey as your Adventure Guides check you into this comfortable
hotel. Conveniently located near the city's historic core, this hotel will be
your home in the heart of Prague. Visit the Adventures by Disney hospitality
desk for suggestions from your Adventure Guides on local sights.
Welcome
Reception and Dinner Tonight, meet the
other families that will share the adventure. Enjoy an exclusive buffet of
European cuisine and get ready for your adventure exploring the imperial
treasures of Europe!
Meal
Included: Dinner
Day
Two
Grand
Tour of Prague
Enjoy a
privately guided tour of Prague from our motor coach with a local expert,
followed by an in-depth walking tour of the Czech Republic's grandest cultural
treasures. Marvel at the gothic masterpiece of Saint Vitus Cathedral, quaint
Golden Lane cottages, beautiful Wallenstein Garden, majestic Charles Bridge and
the elaborate Astronomical Clock.
Afternoon
in Prague
Explore
the cobblestone streets meandering through the "City of a Hundred
Spires" that the royalty of Bohemia called home. Take another look at your
favorite sites from the morning tour or ask your Adventure Guide to suggest
entirely new neighborhoods, museums, monuments, sights and sounds to explore in
the city.
Dinner
at Obecní Dom
Enter
this stunning cultural landmark_The Municipal House_with its gorgeous Art
Nouveau architecture and décor for a festive meal and musical entertainment in
the illustrious restaurant.
Meals
Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day
Three
Depart for Ceský Krumlov
Board a motor coach and travel
to Ceský Krumlov. Named by UNESCO in 1992 as a World Heritage Site, it's one of
the best-preserved medieval villages on the entire planet.
Private Tour of Ceský Krumlov
Learn from a local expert the
legends and lore of a true historical and cultural jewel. From the gleaming
hilltop castle to the snaking Vltava River that encircles the downtown, the
beauty of Ceský Krumlov has been untouched for centuries. Your Adventure Guides
can suggest wonderful places for lunch on your own.
Arrive at Sheraton Salzburg
Hotel and Tour the Mirabell Gardens
Ride the motor coach to glorious
Salzburg. As your Adventure Guides check you into the delightful Sheraton
Salzburg, acquaint yourself with this charming city during a short jaunt to the
Mirabell Gardens. Your family might recognize this glorious site as the
shooting location of one of the most popular films of all time, "The Sound
of Music."
Dinner at St. Peter's
Adults enjoy an exquisite dinner
and violin performance at the historic St. Peter's Restaurant. Dating from the
9th century, the restaurant is believed to be the oldest in Europe.
Young "Mozart" on
the Violin
This evening, watch and listen
as this charming double of a very young Mozart plays the joyous strains of
Mozart's violin music.
Meals Included: Breakfast and
Dinner
Day
Four
Mining
Ride and Underground Lake Tour
Slip
into white miner's clothing and ride the mining train into the mysterious
tunnels under the Salzburg mountains. Slide down the wooden chutes, then let
the underground lake carry your ferry deeper into the wonders of a working salt
mine. Next, follow the historical figure, Prince Archbishop Wolf Dietrich, and
hear tales about the "white gold" that turned the medieval town of
Salzburg into a great baroque city.
Hellbrunn
Castle
Roam
through one of the most magical royal estates ever built. Reality and fantasy
collide in this historic palace adorned with centuries-old surprises. Streams
of water erupt from the most unexpected places with trick fountains. Ornate
grottos lead to animated vignettes of mythological events powered by hidden
water works. Most captivating of all, a theater filled with 141 mechanical
figurines must be seen to be believed! Then, enjoy lunch on the castle grounds.
Dinner
in Salzburg
The
"Baroque Jewel" gleams even in the moonlight with a great variety of
dining and entertainment options. Discover the many delicious influences on
Salzburg's cuisine_Italian, Bavarian and more!
Meals
Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day
Five
Journey
to Durnstein and Danube River Cruise
Travel
to a storybook village where you can walk quaint cobblestone streets and peer
up at the ruined hillside castle where King Richard the Lion-Hearted was
secretly held captive during the Crusades. Enjoy green rolling hills and
majestic mountains on a scenic cruise down the fabled Danube River.
Lunch
on Your Own in Durnstein
Relive
your cruise memories over a last family meal in this amazing historic city! If
you need restaurant recommendations, don't hesitate to ask your Adventures
Guides.
Depart
for Vienna
Board a
motor coach to the romantic city of Vienna. When you arrive, stretch your legs
as your Adventure Guides check you and your luggage into the Vienna Hilton
Stadtpark, a contemporary hotel in the heart of the city.
Dinner
at ViennaStadtpark Hotel
The
Viennese night unfolds before you, inviting you to indulge in a variety of
dining options throughout this vibrant city.
Meal Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day
Six
Festschloss
Hof Adventure
Visit
the country home of the Hapsburg Dynasty! Tour the grounds on a horse and
buggy, visit the manor farm and explore the majestic palace. After lunch on the
palace grounds, kids enjoy pottery classes while adults experience a tasting of
fine Austrian schnapps.
Afternoon
and Dinner On Your Own
The
city of Vienna holds an adventure around every corner. Refined dining, museums
rich in history and the music of Mozart await your discovery. Your Adventure
Guides can make suggestions for an unforgettable afternoon and evening.
Disney
Movie Night
Cuddle
up with the whole family at the hotel and enjoy a screening of one of Disney's
classic films!
Meals
Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day
Seven
Schönbrunn
Palace
Discover
the grandeur of Schönbrunn Palace. While adults explore monuments and
architectural treasures built by the legendary Hapsburg dynasty, Junior
Adventurers are treated to an immersive glimpse of life in the 18th century. Strudel
Demonstration In this delicious demonstration, the whole family savors
strudel making in the imperial bakery.
Behind
the Strings Marionette Show
Learn
the centuries-old craft of marionette puppetry with a delightful, private show
and an exclusive behind-the-scenes peek.
Lunch
On Your Own
Enjoy
on your own one of the local lunch options near the regal grounds of Schönbrunn
Palace or in Vienna. Your Adventure Guides can help you choose a place for the
perfect meal.
Free
Afternoon in Vienna
Return
to Mozart's beloved home to enjoy a last afternoon exploring the cultural,
music and artistic wonders of this imperial city.
Farewell
Dinner at Vienna Zoo
Enjoy
an exclusive after-hours tour of the zoo. If the zoo's inhabitants are in a
social mood, you may see zebras, panda and polar bears, reindeer, and tigers!
Afterwards, say farewell to your fellow travelers at a stately pavilion inside
the world's oldest zoo, formerly the private menagerie of the Empress and Emperor
of the Hapsburg Empire.
Meals
Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day
Eight
Breakfast
at the Hotel
Enjoy
one last breakfast in Vienna before embarking on your flight home.
Transfers
to Airport
Relax
and enjoy your final moments in Vienna as we handle your luggage and arrange
for transportation to the airport.
Meal
Included: Breakfast