Explore the highlights of Eastern Europe through Munich, Prague & Vienna. Journey through 7 top Eastern European countries in 11 Days!
Awe-inspiring architecture, fascinating history and lively local culture - this Eastern European tour has it all! Taste traditional Bavarian and Czech cuisine. Tour Auschwitz concentration camp. Walk along the Danube River. Drink in Vienna’s historical splendour. Enjoy free days in Prague, Krakow, and Budapest. Start ticking off your bucket list!
Hotel in Munich
Hotel in Munich
10 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels)
10 Nights
(3 & 4 star hotels)
10 Breakfasts | 5 Dinners
10 Breakfasts
5 Dinners
Air-conditioned coach
Air-conditioned coach
Fully-guided tour
Fully-guided tour
Hotel in Munich | 10:00 AM
Hotel in Munich | 10:00 AM
Welcome to Munich! Meet up with your tour leader before heading into the city for an orientation tour. To explore more, join today’s optional excursion. Learn more about Munich’s top sights and taste delicious Bavarian cuisine! This evening, get to know your fellow passengers and tour leader over a three-course dinner in a traditional Bavarian restaurant.
Explore Munich with your tour leader. Learn more about this fascinating and beautiful Bavarian city and see highlights like Karlsplatz and Marienplatz.
Explore Munich with your tour leader. Learn more about this fascinating and beautiful Bavarian city and see highlights like Karlsplatz and Marienplatz.
Munich welcomes you with a delicious, three-course German dinner at a local restaurant. Indulge in traditional dishes like pork knuckle (eisbein). Vegetarian options available.
Munich welcomes you with a delicious, three-course German dinner at a local restaurant. Indulge in traditional dishes like pork knuckle (eisbein). Vegetarian options available.
Join a local guide to discover Munich’s top sights and delicious cuisine! See Marienplatz, Hofbräuhaus and more before visiting Viktualienmarkt.
Join a local guide to discover Munich’s top sights and delicious cuisine! See Marienplatz, Hofbräuhaus and more before visiting Viktualienmarkt.
En route to Prague, visit Nuremberg and enjoy an orientation tour of Bavaria’s second-largest city. Then, it’s on to Prague. The beautiful capital city of the Czech Republic boasts exquisite Baroque, Gothic, Art Nouveau and Cubist architecture. After a walking tour with a local guide, experience authentic Czech cuisine at a local restaurant for dinner.
Join your tour leader on an orientation tour of this historic Bavarian city’s top sights. Start at Kaiserburg and finish in Hauptmarkt.
Join your tour leader on an orientation tour of this historic Bavarian city’s top sights. Start at Kaiserburg and finish in Hauptmarkt.
Join a local guide and see highlights like Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, Wenceslas Square, and enjoy views of the iconic Prague Castle.
Join a local guide and see highlights like Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, Wenceslas Square, and enjoy views of the iconic Prague Castle.
Experience authentic Czech cuisine at a local restaurant. You will also have the option to try the famous Czech beer. Pilsner anyone?
Experience authentic Czech cuisine at a local restaurant. You will also have the option to try the famous Czech beer. Pilsner anyone?
The day is yours to enjoy the fairytale magic of Prague! Join the Prague+ excursion for deeper insight into the city including a visit to the magical Prague Castle. Or, join this afternoon’s Prague Tastes & Tales excursion to learn about Prague’s history and tour the Slivovitz distillery. And tonight, opt for an evening of traditional Czech music, dance and food!
Tour the incredible Prague Castle, wander through the charming Mala Strana neighbourhood, cruise the Vltava River, enjoy a buffet lunch and more!
Tour the incredible Prague Castle, wander through the charming Mala Strana neighbourhood, cruise the Vltava River, enjoy a buffet lunch and more!
Tour Prague’s tastes and tales, starting with the Story of Prague museum. Enjoy a 5D multimedia tour and tasting at a premier Slivovitz distillery.
Tour Prague’s tastes and tales, starting with the Story of Prague museum. Enjoy a 5D multimedia tour and tasting at a premier Slivovitz distillery.
Enjoy a delicious three-course Czech dinner with unlimited drinks while delighting in a traditional folk show complete with Czech music and dancing!
Enjoy a delicious three-course Czech dinner with unlimited drinks while delighting in a traditional folk show complete with Czech music and dancing!
Leaving Prague behind, continue to Krakow. En route, visit the harrowing grounds of Auschwitz concentration camp for a guided tour. After, travel on to Krakow. The royal capital of Poland for centuries, Krakow is home to some of Europe’s most impressive Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Check into tonight’s accommodation and enjoy an included dinner at the hotel.
Tour this concentration camp operated by Nazi Germany during WW2. Learn the history and see the sites of one of history’s most harrowing events.
Tour this concentration camp operated by Nazi Germany during WW2. Learn the history and see the sites of one of history’s most harrowing events.
Start the day with a guided walking tour. Learn all about the history and significance of Krakow’s top sights. The rest of the day is free to spend as you wish! Take an optional excursion to the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine. Descending underground, you’ll walk through 2km of tunnels, chapels, reliefs and freestanding sculptures carved from salt rock walls!
Take in some of Europe’s most impressive Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Explore landmarks including the Old town square, Kazimierz (Jewish district) and the Old Synagogue.
Take in some of Europe’s most impressive Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Explore landmarks including the Old town square, Kazimierz (Jewish district) and the Old Synagogue.
Descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine! With a depth of 327 metres and 300 km long passage, this is one of Krakow’s must-see attractions.
Descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine! With a depth of 327 metres and 300 km long passage, this is one of Krakow’s must-see attractions.
Today, enjoy a visit to Banska Bystrica in Slovakia. Embark on an orientation tour of this picturesque town. Next up is Budapest, the Hungarian capital! Arrive and embark on a driving tour. See the Houses of Parliament and drive along the riverside admiring the city. Tonight’s meal is at a local restaurant- a great chance to try the local cuisine!
Explore this beautiful Slovakian city. Surrounded by mountains, this charming city is home to beautiful buildings dating back to the late Middle Ages.
Explore this beautiful Slovakian city. Surrounded by mountains, this charming city is home to beautiful buildings dating back to the late Middle Ages.
Marvel at must-see attractions like Budapest Parliament, St Stephen's Basilica, the state opera and the castle district on this locally-guided driving tour.
Marvel at must-see attractions like Budapest Parliament, St Stephen's Basilica, the state opera and the castle district on this locally-guided driving tour.
Make the most of a free day in this incredible city. Join the Budapest+ optional excursion to experience architectural delights such as St. Stephen’s Basilica and cultural hotspots like Central Market. Or, choose to experience thermal waters at the famous Szechenyi Baths. Finish your day with an optional evening cruise along the Danube and see the city illuminated at night!
Discover Budapest’s top sights, uncover its history and gain an insight into local culture on this locally guided tour!
Discover Budapest’s top sights, uncover its history and gain an insight into local culture on this locally guided tour!
Escape to the rejuvenating Szechenyi Baths in Budapest! Experience the healing, mineral-rich thermal pools and enjoy skip-the-line access.
Escape to the rejuvenating Szechenyi Baths in Budapest! Experience the healing, mineral-rich thermal pools and enjoy skip-the-line access.
Indulge in a traditional Hungarian feast as you admire Budapest’s top sights from the water with a nighttime cruise along the Danube River.
Indulge in a traditional Hungarian feast as you admire Budapest’s top sights from the water with a nighttime cruise along the Danube River.
Today, the grandeur of Vienna is calling! Visit Bratislava, Slovakia’s capital en route. See the city’s main sights and spot Bratislava Castle, which overlooks the city. On arrival in Vienna, enjoy a driving tour. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious dinner. The perfect ending to your time in Vienna is a classical concert in an exquisite venue where Mozart himself once performed!
Join your tour leader for an orientation tour of Bratislava’s charming and historic landmarks. Gaze up at Bratislava Castle which overlooks the city.
Join your tour leader for an orientation tour of Bratislava’s charming and historic landmarks. Gaze up at Bratislava Castle which overlooks the city.
Explore Vienna’s Golden Mile, discover the courtyards and passages around the Hofburg (Imperial Castle) and admire St. Stephen’s Cathedral with a local guide.
Explore Vienna’s Golden Mile, discover the courtyards and passages around the Hofburg (Imperial Castle) and admire St. Stephen’s Cathedral with a local guide.
Leaving Vienna behind, head for the charming city of Ljubljana, making a stop in the beautiful city of Graz to enjoy an orientation tour on the way. Arrive in Ljubljana and enjoy a walking tour of this little gem of a city. Tonight, explore a little more! Choose to join the optional excursion to experience local Slovenian culture and cuisine.
Enjoy an orientation tour of Austria’s second-largest city. Graz is home to a charming Old Town, palaces and forts coupled with intriguing contemporary art.
Enjoy an orientation tour of Austria’s second-largest city. Graz is home to a charming Old Town, palaces and forts coupled with intriguing contemporary art.
Join a local guide to explore Ljubljana’s old town, Preseren Square, the Riverfront, Dragon Bridge and more. Don’t miss St. Nicholas Church’s spectacular Baroque architecture!
Join a local guide to explore Ljubljana’s old town, Preseren Square, the Riverfront, Dragon Bridge and more. Don’t miss St. Nicholas Church’s spectacular Baroque architecture!
Experience an enchanting evening in Ljubljana. Tour the fairytale castle overlooking the city and enjoy a traditional Slovenian dinner!
Experience an enchanting evening in Ljubljana. Tour the fairytale castle overlooking the city and enjoy a traditional Slovenian dinner!
Discover Slovenian wine culture with a sommelier-led tasting in Ljubljana’s Old Town, followed by a delicious three-course dinner of local delicacies.
Discover Slovenian wine culture with a sommelier-led tasting in Ljubljana’s Old Town, followed by a delicious three-course dinner of local delicacies.
Depart Ljubljana and travel towards Munich. Along the way, stop at beautiful Lake Bled and perhaps try the famous Bled Cream Cake. Next up, visit picture-perfect Salzburg, Austria. Featuring gorgeous architecture, a cliff-top fortress and impressive mountain ranges in the distance, you may think you’re in a fairytale! Shortly afterwards travel onwards to Munich for a free evening.
Discover this spectacular Alpine city where the UNESCO-listed Old City's medieval architecture faces the 19th-century New City, all overlooked by a fairytale castle.
Discover this spectacular Alpine city where the UNESCO-listed Old City's medieval architecture faces the 19th-century New City, all overlooked by a fairytale castle.
Situated in the Julian Alps, this dreamy lake surrounds Bled Island and is home to the medieval Bled Castle on the north shore.
Situated in the Julian Alps, this dreamy lake surrounds Bled Island and is home to the medieval Bled Castle on the north shore.
After 11 incredible, experience-filled days, this Eastern European adventure concludes after breakfast. Make sure you exchange contact details with your new-found travel friends, and share your amazing tour memories with us online using the hashtag #ExpatExplore. We hope you've loved every minute of your Eastern Highlights tour, and we wish you a safe onward journey!
Descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine! With a depth of 327 metres and 300 km long passage, this is one of Krakow’s must-see attractions.
Indulge in a traditional Hungarian feast as you admire Budapest’s top sights from the water with a nighttime cruise along the Danube River.
Take in some of Europe’s most impressive Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Explore landmarks including the Old town square, Kazimierz (Jewish district) and the Old Synagogue.
Tour this concentration camp operated by Nazi Germany during WW2. Learn the history and see the sites of one of history’s most harrowing events.
Marvel at must-see attractions like Budapest Parliament, St Stephen's Basilica, the state opera and the castle district on this locally-guided driving tour.
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Enhance your tour with these carefully selected optional experiences. Each one is designed to add depth and excitement to your journey, allowing you to customize your adventure according to your interests.
Join a local guide to discover Munich’s top sights and delicious cuisine! See Marienplatz, Hofbräuhaus and more before visiting Viktualienmarkt.
Tour the incredible Prague Castle, wander through the charming Mala Strana neighbourhood, cruise the Vltava River, enjoy a buffet lunch and more!
Tour Prague’s tastes and tales, starting with the Story of Prague museum. Enjoy a 5D multimedia tour and tasting at a premier Slivovitz distillery.
Enjoy a delicious three-course Czech dinner with unlimited drinks while delighting in a traditional folk show complete with Czech music and dancing!
Descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine! With a depth of 327 metres and 300 km long passage, this is one of Krakow’s must-see attractions.
Discover Budapest’s top sights, uncover its history and gain an insight into local culture on this locally guided tour!
Escape to the rejuvenating Szechenyi Baths in Budapest! Experience the healing, mineral-rich thermal pools and enjoy skip-the-line access.
Indulge in a traditional Hungarian feast as you admire Budapest’s top sights from the water with a nighttime cruise along the Danube River.
Experience a Mozart and Strauss concert in the historic Schönbrunn Orangery. Explore the stunning Orangery Gardens during intermission!
Experience an enchanting evening in Ljubljana. Tour the fairytale castle overlooking the city and enjoy a traditional Slovenian dinner!
Discover Slovenian wine culture with a sommelier-led tasting in Ljubljana’s Old Town, followed by a delicious three-course dinner of local delicacies.
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Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Munich, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.
We had an awesome time on this tour. It was non stop from the start. Europe is absolutely beautiful country, very clean except for the graffiti here and there. I would highly recom...
Maybe too many countries , might shorten by a day or two. What we saw was fantastic.
Our first time but we had a wonderful time with our groups, loved it and enjoyed good experiences .
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Note: As the 23 December 2025 departure date takes place over the festive season, the itinerary will feature special festive experiences! Click here to view.
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If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.
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All travellers are required to carry their own bags. Our walking tours can last up to 3 hours and certain places involve walking up and down stairs. We want you to enjoy your tour, so read through the itinerary thoroughly and make your own conclusions as to whether you feel that you are fit and healthy enough.
Our tours are not suitable for young children, so we set a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email for consideration. Expat Explore reserves the absolute right to accept or decline a booking at our discretion.
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Before the tour starts, you will receive an email from us requesting your dietary requirements. There is always a vegetarian option available. We try as much as we can to offer you the traditional local cuisine.
No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting point for the first day of your tour. We have partnered with Welcome Pickups to secure a hassle-free service. You will be met at the arrivals gate by your driver. Your driver will track your flight, so they'll wait for you even if it's delayed. Please click here to book an airport transfer.
This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tours specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.