EAST EUROPE AND ITALY

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

Deak Ference Square

St Stephen's Basilica

Hungarian Parliament

Breakfast Included

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. Cast a glance at St. Stephen’s Basilica, Budapest’s neoclassical cathedral, and feel like a royal as you wander around the colonnaded façade and grand dome of Buda 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 first night in Vienna.

Chain Bridge

Heroes Square

Fisherman's Bastion

Breakfast Included

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 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 like the State Opera, the Museums of Fine Art and Natural History, the Parliament Building, the Burgtheater, City Hall, and the University. Another royal moment as you arrive at the majestic Schonbrunn Palace and Belvedere Palace. Pose like a king or queen in this imperial fortress. Later on, proceed to Stephansplatz for some strolling and shopping adventures. Savour your time before you drive to Prague, Czechia where you will check into the hotel upon arrival and spend the night in Prague.

Austrian Parliament

Natural History Museum

Vienna State Opera

Breakfast Included

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 marvellous Prague Castle- 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 centrepiece is the grand church of St. Nicholas and Our Lady Victorious, which can be seen from both sides of the Vltava River and Charles Bridge. End the day with a leisurely stroll in the Old Town Square and Astronomical clock, and take all the blissful memories along with your many snapshots before turning in for the night in Prague.

St Vitus Cathedral

Charles Bridge and Vltava River

Town Hall & Astronomical Clock

Breakfast Included

Indulge yourself in a hearty breakfast before setting off for your planned exploration. Today, you can explore Prague at leisure or join the group for an optional tour of Karlovy Vary. Karlovy Vary is a spa town in the west Bohemia region where you may stroll down the heart of a forested valley; there are numerous thermal springs to see and experience which are said to possess medicinal benefits. The funicular ride will be a steep yet entertaining journey uphill, overlooking lush greenery and a rewarding view of the entire town awaits at the Diana Observation Tower. In the evening, you will head back to Prague to take an evening cruise down the Vltava River for the most unforgettable evening experience. Overnight in Prague

Karlovy Vary

Carlsbad Spa Town

Vltava River Cruise

Breakfast Included

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 Guide and regroup with your fellow travellers to proceed for a panoramic 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, the largest amphitheatre built in the Roman Empire. From the Colosseum, you can visit Pantheon and worship in the Church. 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.

The Colosseum

Trevi Fountain

Roman Forum

Breakfast Included

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 their way to Naples where you will continue your exploration. The drive will take approximately 3 hours. Upon arrival, the group will not waste a second and proceed to explore the city of Naples including Pompeii. The tour itself starts with The Royal Palace, one of the remaining palaces that stand since the House of Bourbon. Up next is the Naples Cathedral before finally driving to Pompeii which probably rings a bell. Pompeii has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in Naples due to its most interesting history. In AD 79, the nearby Mt Vesuvius erupted and enveloped Pompeii, burying it in ashes and pumice. This led Pompeii to become one of the largest and most popular Archeological sites, due to the tragic remnants and strangely beautiful tales. After your exploration, drive to the hotel and check in. Overnight in Naples.

Piazza del Plebiscito

Naples Cathedral

Pompeii

Breakfast Included

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. After Lunch, you will continue your exploration to Positano and Amalfi, admire the sparkling blue sea as you drive by the coast, complemented by the grand Lattari Mountain views. There will be some time allotted for you to explore Positano and its charming ancient village highlighting the domed church of Positano. 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". Overnight in Naples.

Sorrento

Positano

Amalfi

Breakfast Included

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

Naples

Via San Gregorio Armeno

Naples