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Best of Prague & Budapest in 8 Days

Beginning in Prague, you'll spend eight magical days in two of Europe's great historic capitals. You'll explore Prague's mighty castle, swirling Baroque churches and fascinating Jewish Quarter. Then hop a train to Budapest, with its unexpected elegance, hidden courtyards, remarkable markets, and tales of a tumultuous history — spiced with surprising cuisine and a panoramic cruise along the Danube.

What's included

  • Full-time services of a professional Rick Steves guide and local experts who will make Prague and Budapest's fascinating history, art and culture come alive for you
  • All tours and admissions covering at least a dozen group sightseeing events • Prague Castle tour • Art Deco walking tour, including Mucha Museum • Jewish Quarter "museum" walk • Old Town walking tour • Museum of Communism • Budapest bus orientation tour • Statue Park • Gellért Hill & Citadel • Walking tour of Buda's Castle district including Matthias Church • Pest walking tour • Cultural performance • Danube cruise...and more
  • All group transportation by train and bus from Prague to Budapest
  • 7 nights accommodations (4 & 3-night stays) in memorable, centrally-located hotels
  • All breakfasts and half your dinners
  • A small, friendly group of 24-28 people — half the size of most tour groups
  • All tips for guides, driver and hotel staff
  • Free stuff including Rick Steves' Prague & Czech Republic and Budapest guidebooks, map, moneybelt and earplugs
  • Guaranteed tour price, locked in the moment you make your deposit
  • Optional single supplements — this tour has a limited number of private rooms for solo travelers for an additional fee
  • Tour alum discount of $50 for each tour you've taken prior to 2010
  • 50% discount on a consulting appointment with our in-house experts to assist with your pre- or post-tour travel plans
  • Flexibility should you need to transfer, cancel or interrupt your tour
  • Fine print: You are responsible for the cost of your drinks and free-time sightseeing. See our Tour Conditions Agreement for important details regarding everything listed above