EAST EUROPE & ITALY

No Meal Included

Jó reggelt! You have arrived in the magical city of Budapest, Hungary. Finish your visa formalities and regroup with your travel companions. An AFC representative will welcome you all and guide you to the hotel for check in. Overnight in Budapest.

Budapest

St. Stephen’s Basilica

Hungarian Parliament Building

Included Meals : Breakfast

Good morning, Budapest! Start your day with a warm and delicious breakfast before checking out of the hotel and exploring the city . Get to know the city with two faces—the two halves that form Hungary’s capital, Buda and Pest. Be amused as you pass by the beautifully designed Chain Bridge that connects these two districts. Then marvel at some of the significant spots, such as Heroes’ Square and City Park, where you will see statues of the most famous Hungarian kings and dukes. Get your camera handy at one of the most romantic castles in Hungary. Feel like a royal as you wander around the colonnaded façade and grand dome of Buda Castle (stop from outside castle). It’s an eventful exploration before driving to Vienna, Austria. The drive will be around 3 hours. Upon arrival, you will immediately check into the hotel and spend the night in Vienna.

Chain Bridge

Heroes’ Square

Fisherman's Bastion

Included Meals: Breakfast

Greet your last morning in Vienna with a scrumptious breakfast. Gather your things and proceed to check out of your hotel. Get ready to set off on an eye-pleasing city tour of Vienna. Set foot on the grandest boulevard, a ring road around the remarkable district of Austria’s capital, the Ringstrasse, where you can see the most noteworthy buildings. Stop by at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a beautiful cathedral in the center of Vienna. Drive to Hundertwasserhaus and see the city’s most unique works of contemporary architecture (from outside). Another royal moment as you arrive at the majestic Schonbrunn Palace (visit from outside the palace). Pose like a king or queen in this imperial fortress. Savour your time before you drive to Prague, Czechia where you will check into the hotel upon arrival and spend the night in Prague.

Vienna

Vienna

Schönbrunn Palace

Included Meals: Breakfast

Rise and shine! Satiate your tummy with a yummy breakfast feast before exploring the city of a hundred spires. Your Bohemian experience is just starting, explore the marvelous Prague Castle from outside- the world’s largest ancient castle according to Guinness World Records. Have a glance at St. Vitus Cathedral, located near the famous castle. Afterwards proceed to Lesser Town which features some impressive Baroque buildings, narrow lanes and spacious plazas. Its centerpiece is the grand church of St. Nicholas, which can be seen from both sides of the Vltava River and Charles Bridge. Have a with a leisurely stroll in the Old Town Square and Astronomical clock, and take all the blissful memories along with your many snapshots in Prague. Overnight in Prague.

St. Vitus Cathedral

Charles Bridge

Old Town Square

Included Meals: Breakfast

Wake up to a luscious breakfast and get ready to be swept away once more. You may explore the city at your own leisure or you may opt to join the tour to Dresden, one of the most visited cities in Germany (2 hours drive from Prague). Your first stop will be at Semperoper. Have your photos outside the famous opera house in Dresden that houses the most beautiful operas, ballets and concerts. Visit Kathedrale Sanctissimae Trinitatis, also known as Dresden Cathedral and dedicated to Holy Trinity. The cathedral's design displays intricate details and grandiose elements that reflect its Baroque roots. Explore the Fürstenzug, the 102 meter long work of art is the largest porcelain artwork in the world, located on the outer wall of the Stallhof (Stables Courtyard) of Dresden Castle. After this, walk along the River Elbe on your way to Bruhl’s Terrace, nicknamed as the “Balcony of Europe” and admire the beauty of this city from the high terrace. End your day with a visit to Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), an integral part of Dresden's cityscape. Drive back to Prague.

Dresden

Frauenkirche

Opera House

Included Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast will be served on your last morning in Prague before you check out of the hotel. We hope you’ve gotten sufficient rest and are prepared for your flight to Rome, Italy which will likely be one of the most-anticipated parts of your holiday. Benvenuti a Roma! Upon arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport. Meet your Tour Manager and regroup with your fellow travellers to proceed for a walking guided tour of the Imperial City of Rome! Witness incomparable views of Rome as Italy’s treasure, packed with masterpieces of architectural delights, art treasures, impressive monuments and a history trail to be found around every corner. Get ready to snap your most incredible pictures of Rome’s most iconic monument – the Colosseum (photostop from outside), the largest amphitheatre built in the Roman Empire. Then go to the Trevi Fountain and make a wish by throwing a coin into the fountain (legend has it the one who does get his/her wish fulfilled!) You can continue to explore the city on your own. Drive to check in at your hotel for your first overnight stay in Rome.

Colosseum

Trevi Fountain

Rome

Included Meals: Breakfast

Start the day with a healthy spread of breakfast, today the group is scheduled for an early check out from the hotel in Rome in order to make your way to Naples where you will continue your exploration. The drive will take approximately 3 hours. Upon arrival, the group will soon proceed to explore the city of Naples. The tour itself starts with The Royal Palace (photostop from outside), one of the remaining palaces that stand since the House of Bourbon. You will also explore Piazza del Plebiscito, Castel Nuovo, and Galleria Umberto. Explore and experience the best of Southern Italy. After your exploration, drive to the hotel and check in. Overnight in Naples.

Royal Palace

Naples Cathedral

Naples Cathedral

Included Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast will be served at the hotel in preparation for your plans for the day. You have the option to spend the day at leisure or join the group for an optional exploration of Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi. This excursion is a carefully-planned itinerary that best highlights some of Italy’s charms. This starts with amazing cliffside views of Naples Bay from Sorrento. Not to mention the town will have an abundant selection of lemon treats and Italian craft workshops. Pass by Positano, admire the sparkling blue sea as you drive by the coast. Last stop for the day is Amalfi, which also has a grandiose Cathedral to boast. Make sure to try our Amalfi’s local delicacy "Babà". Drive back to your hotel. Overnight in Naples.

Sorrento

Amalfi

Amalfi Cathedral

Breakfast Included

A presto Napoli! Enjoy your last day with a deliciously prepared breakfast at the hotel in Naples before checking out. Drive to the Airport where everyone will board the flight back to UAE.

Naples

Naples

Naples