IMPERIAL CAPITALS - EASTER 2026

Breakfast. Departure to SCHÖNBRUNN PALACE, the former summer residence of the imperial family, commissioned by Leopold I in 1695. This grand Baroque-style residence, with its perfect symmetry, is complemented by gardens filled with fountains, vegetation, and pathways. In the gardens, one building stands out above the rest: the PALM HOUSE, a beautiful greenhouse where numerous exotic plants flourish. In the afternoon, we will head to the MUSEUM QUARTER, one of the most important cultural centers in the world, where we will have free time to enjoy, among others, the LEOPOLD MUSEUM, the MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, or the MUSEUM OF ART HISTORY, which houses the works collected by the Habsburgs throughout history.

Breakfast. Morning transfer to the city of PRAGUE. We will begin with the OLD TOWN SQUARE, the medieval part of the city. Its icon is the square itself, the heart of the historic center. Around it, we will find some of the most important buildings, including the CHURCH OF OUR LADY BEFORE TÝN, built in the 14th century on the site of an earlier Romanesque church. It is an impressive Late Gothic church with two sharp spires that dominate the Prague skyline. Next is the OLD TOWN HALL, which draws all eyes thanks to the ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK, the most famous medieval clock in the world. It was built in 1410 by the master clockmaker Hanus and perfected by Jan Taborsky in the 16th century. Legend has it that, to prevent Hanus from repeating his work, the councillors had him blinded. Walking through this area, we will reach the JEWISH QUARTER, which has six synagogues and one cemetery. We will focus mainly on the SPANISH SYNAGOGUE, inspired by the Leopoldstädter Tempel synagogue in Vienna. Its name probably comes from its Moorish style, very similar to that found in Granada monuments such as the Alhambra, and on the JEWISH CEMETERY, where it is estimated that more than 100,000 bodies are buried.

Breakfast. Optional excursion to the most famous spa town in Eastern Europe, KARLOVY VARY. The town was named after Emperor Charles of the Holy Roman Empire, who granted privileges to the city in 1370. It is famous for its thermal baths (with more than 13 main springs), its traditional porcelain, and its architecture—a mix of styles that stands out for the striking colors of its facades and roofs. Return to Prague. In the afternoon, we will visit the CASTLE, built in the 9th century. It is the largest castle in the world and the most important monument in the Czech Republic. It consists of a collection of beautiful palaces and buildings connected by small, picturesque streets. The symbol of Prague is ST. VITUS CATHEDRAL. Construction began in 1344 by order of John of Luxembourg and was finally completed in the 19th and 20th centuries. The cathedral houses the tomb of Wenceslaus IV (the Good King), the Crown Jewels, and is the coronation site of the kings of Bohemia. Next is the GOLDEN LANE, located within the Castle complex, named after the goldsmiths who lived there in the 17th century. It is particularly famous because Franz Kafka lived in house number 22 between 1916 and 1917. To end the day, we will take a walking tour along the VLTAVA RIVER to enjoy a different perspective of the city. We will also cross the famous CHARLES BRIDGE, which connects the Old Town (Staré Město) with the Lesser Town (Malá Strana). It is named after its creator, Charles IV, who laid the first stone in 1357 to replace the Judith Bridge, which was destroyed by a flood.

Breakfast. Transfer by road from Bratislava to BUDAPEST, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful capitals in Europe. We will begin our visit in the Buda area, seeing the SÁNDOR PALACE, a sumptuous Neoclassical mansion that is the current residence of the President of Hungary, and the ROYAL PALACE. Sigismund of Luxembourg built the monumental Gothic palace here, which became the foundation of the castle we see today. We will continue with MATTHIAS CHURCH, the site of the coronation of Hungarian kings. Behind it stretch the walls of the FISHERMAN’S BASTION, from where we can enjoy one of the best views of the Danube. In the afternoon, we will visit one of the city’s treasures, the GREAT SYNAGOGUE. Budapest’s Jewish Synagogue is the second largest in the world, only surpassed by the one in Jerusalem. It is 53 meters long, 26 meters wide, and has seating for 2,964 people—1,492 men and 1,472 women. It was built between 1854 and 1859 following the design of Viennese architect Ludwig Förster. The predominant style of the synagogue is Moorish, though it also incorporates Byzantine, Romantic, and Gothic touches. Later, we will visit VÁCI STREET, Budapest’s most important street along with Andrássy Avenue. This pedestrian street is part of the heart of Budapest’s tourist and commercial area.

Breakfast. We will start the day with a visit to the BUDAPEST PARLIAMENT, the true symbol of the city. Facing the Danube, it is an architectural gem designed by architect Imre Steindl and built between 1885 and 1904. It is the largest building in Hungary, with 691 rooms, a length of 268 meters, and a dome reaching 96 meters in height. On our way to ST. STEPHEN’S BASILICA, we will pass by the ETHNOGRAPHIC MUSEUM and the MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE. The Basilica, built in Neoclassical style with a Greek-cross layout, features one of the most beautiful Neo-Renaissance domes in Europe. Next, we will visit the OPERA HOUSE, to which the great Hungarian architect Miklós Ybl dedicated his entire life, designing this magnificent building that rivals the Vienna Opera. We will then transfer to HEROES’ SQUARE, dominated by the MILLENNIUM MEMORIAL, commemorating Hungary’s thousand-year history. Its statues honor the leaders of the seven founding tribes of Hungary. We will take the opportunity to relax in one of Budapest’s most important natural thermal baths, the SZÉCHENYI THERMAL BATH, one of the largest thermal complexes in Europe. The current building was inaugurated in 1913 and features Neo-Gothic style. After enjoying the thermal baths, we will head to the NEW YORK CAFÉ, known as “the most beautiful café in the world”—simply spectacular. Entering the New York Café is like stepping back in time: splendor, opulence, and refinement completely surround visitors. The longer you spend in its halls, the more you feel captivated by the charm of the Belle Époque. Transfer to the hotel and check-in. In the evening, there is an optional boat ride on the Danube.

Breakfast. In the morning, we will visit the GREAT MARKET HALL OF PEST, which has three floors and is the largest market in the country. Designed by Samu Petz and built between 1894 and 1897, it suffered significant damage during World War II. It was restored and reopened to the public in 1994. After this visit, the day is free, or there is an optional visit to GÖDÖLLŐ PALACE, located 30 km east of Budapest. It is popularly known as the former summer residence of Queen Elizabeth (Sisi). This palace, with its 17,000 m², is the largest in Hungary. It was built in the “Hungarian Baroque” style by Antal Grassalkovich in the 18th century. It served as a model for other castles in Hungary and became known as the Hungarian Versailles. It is known that Queen Maria Theresa visited the palace in 1751, but the palace became famous when the Hungarian state gave it to Emperor Franz Joseph and Queen Sisi as a gift for their coronation as Hungarian monarchs in 1867.

Breakfast. Transfer to Budapest Airport to catch our 11:40 a.m. flight to Valencia, with a stopover in Frankfurt. Estimated arrival at Valencia Airport at 6:05 p.m. End of the trip and our services.