 Presents… Musical Capitals of Europe featuring the Holiday Markets of Salzburg, Linz, Vienna & Prague Hosted by Simon Pontin! 
Sharon Koning • Koning Day Tours • (800) 374-2014 Day 1: Thursday, December 04, 2008 - Overnight Flight Welcome as you join Collette Vacations in exploring Salzburg, Linz, Vienna and Prague, some of Europe's most magical cities. Visit historic sites, view breathtaking scenery, enjoy classical music, plus browse and shop in the traditional Holiday markets. Your memorable experience begins with an overnight flight to Europe. Day 2: Friday, December 05, 2008 - Arrive Salzburg, Austria - Tour Begins Your tour begins in historic Salzburg, one of Europe's most beautiful and romantic cities. This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner at the centuries-old St. Peter's Restaurant, one of the city's most popular dining establishments. Today dinner will be included. Day 3: Saturday, December 06, 2008 - Salzburg Enjoy a leisurely-paced walking tour of the Old Town, highlighting the Cathedral, Mozart's birthplace and Mirabell Gardens. You will not be able to miss recognizable locations from the "Sound of Music." The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to explore Salzburg's charming Holiday market, located in the city's historic area. Today breakfast will be included. Day 4: Sunday, December 07, 2008 - Salzburg - Linz - Vienna Depart Salzburg and travel along the banks of the Danube to the Imperial city of Linz, where you enjoy a city tour featuring the Old Town and the baroque Main Square, one of Europe's largest open squares. View the Mozarthaus, where Mozart composed his Linz Symphony, and the new cathedral, Austria's largest. Your tour concludes with a visit to St. Martin's Church, founded in 799. Your day ends in the grand city of Vienna. Travel to the outskirts of Vienna to the picturesque town of Deutsch-Wagram for an unforgettable dining experience. For years, the Marchfelderhof Restaurant has welcomed celebrities from all over the world who come to enjoy the restaurant's unique dĂ©cor, ambiance and fine dining experience. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner of Austrian delicacies, complete with wine and coffee or tea in a most unique atmosphere. After dinner, enjoy a wonderful evening of classical music performed at the Schoenrunn Palace Orangerie. The baroque Orangerie was formerly a meeting place for Vienna's top society; even Mozart made appearances here. You will enjoy listening to Mozart's and Johann Strauss's greatest works. In addition, an international soloist and delightful dancers provide accompaniment. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. Day 5: Monday, December 08, 2008 - Vienna Begin your day with a Vienna city tour featuring the baroque marvels of Schoenbrunn Palace. Touring Vienna's city center, you view St. Stephan's Cathedral, beautiful baroque architecture, parks, and gothic spires of a bygone age. The afternoon is at leisure for you to relax or explore the various Holiday markets located throughout the city. Be sure to visit Vienna City Hall Park with its festively decorated trees and ice skating exhibitions. A special treat awaits you this evening in the wine-making village of Grinzing - enjoy a traditional dinner at the historic Altes Presshaus Restaurant. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. Day 6: Tuesday, December 09, 2008 - Vienna - Prague, Czech Republic Travel through the picturesque countryside to the border of the Czech Republic before proceeding to the capital city of Prague, situated on the River Vltava. Known as "The Golden City", Prague offers visitors a beguiling mixture of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. This lovely city boasts more than 500 towers and steeples, as well as many parks and gardens. Today breakfast will be included. Day 7: Wednesday, December 10, 2008 - Prague Begin your day with a walking tour featuring the 1,000-year-old Hradcany Castle, the former Royal Palace, the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral, and the colorful Golden Lane. Then proceed to the 14th-century Charles Bridge, one of Prague's loveliest and most characteristic sights with its 16 arches and 30 statues. Continue to the Old Town Square, enclosed by Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo-style buildings before viewing Tyn Church and its magnificent towers, the unique Astronomical Clock, St. Nicholas Cathedral and Old Town Hall. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this charming city and its wonderful Holiday market situated in the historic Old Town Square. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for dinner, celebrating the end of a spectacular trip. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. Day 8: Thursday, December 11, 2008 - Prague - Tour Ends Your tour ends this morning, leaving you with wonderful memories. Today breakfast will be included. Please also refer to our Privacy Policy and our Terms and Conditions for more information. *Air prices now include fuel surcharges. Taxes and fees additional.Click here for details. |
 
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