This Italian to Imperial Europe Tour 11-day itinerary takes you from Italy’s timeless beauty to the heart of Central Europe. Explore Rome’s ancient wonders, Florence’s Renaissance masterpieces, and Venice’s romantic canals before crossing into Austria for Salzburg’s musical charm and Vienna’s imperial grandeur. Conclude the journey with Budapest’s riverside elegance and Prague’s fairytale old town. A rich blend of art, history, and culture across seven remarkable cities.
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Arrival in Rome
Arrival at Rome Airport; transfer to your hotel.
Meet your guide for a briefing or refer to the signboard at the hotel reception.
Evening: Transfer to Via Cavour, a vibrant street perfect for your first taste of Rome.
Explore dining options ranging from Italian, Indian, and Chinese to international cuisines.
Monday – Exploring Rome & Vatican City
In the morning, a 3-hour panoramic tour with a local guide (bus + walking). See iconic sites like the
Arch of Constantine, Exterior of the Colosseum, Imperial Forums, Circus Maximus, Baths of Caracalla,
Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Pyramid of Cestius, and Castel Sant’Angelo (from outside).
The tour concludes around 11:00 AM at Vatican City.
Optional tour: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel (at extra cost).
Afternoon: Free time for personal exploration or relaxation.
Evening: Transfer to Trastevere District, known for local charm, Roman culture, and restaurants
Return to the hotel by approximately 8:30 PM.
Rome to Florence
Depart Rome and travel north through scenic countryside.
Arrive in Florence and visit Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic city views.
Evening: Walking tour with a local guide to key sights like Ponte Vecchio, Florence Cathedral
(Duomo) and Piazza della Signoria
Free time to explore Florence, which is like an open-air museum.
Dinner options are available nearby with various international cuisines.
Florence to Venice
Travel across the Apennine Mountains, enjoying beautiful landscapes.
Arrive in Venice and cross the Giudecca Canal by boat to reach Venice Island.
Guided walking tour of St Mark’s Square.
Visit to a Murano Glass Factory with a live glass-blowing demonstration.
Free time to explore Venice at your own pace
Accommodation in the Mestre district (mainland Venice).
Venice to Innsbruck to Salzburg
Depart Venice and enter Austria.
Stop at Innsbruck for a stroll in the historic city centre and lunch.
Continue to Kitzbühel, a picturesque alpine village and ski resort.
Explore the charming town; snow is often present year-round.
Proceed to Salzburg, arriving in the evening.
*Note: On days with fewer travellers, a train may be used from Venice to Innsbruck.
Salzburg to Lake Traunsee to Vienna
Morning: Explore Salzburg, the city of Mozart.
Admire its Baroque and Renaissance architecture and scenic old town.
Drive through lake and mountain landscapes to St Wolfgang, a famous Austrian pilgrimage
site.
Head to Traunkirchen by Lake Traunsee to board a cruise liner.
Enjoy a lake cruise (included) viewing four historic castles.
Disembark at Gmunden and continue your journey to Vienna.
Arrive in Vienna by evening.
Vienna City Tour
Panoramic city tour with a local guide. Visit grand avenues, parks, palaces, and city landmarks.
In the afternoon, free time for self-exploration or relaxation.
In the evening, transfer to Grinzing, a historic wine village. Explore traditional Viennese taverns;
dinner on your own.
Vienna to Budapest
Travel to Budapest, Hungary (approx. 3-hour journey).
First stop is Váci utca, Budapest’s lively shopping and dining street. Free time for lunch and
exploration.
Enjoy a boat ride on the Danube River (included): view both Buda (historic) and Pest (modern)
sides of the city.
Begin a panoramic city tour of “Queen of the Danube”.
Free time in the evening.
Optional: Attend a traditional Magyar show with dinner.
Budapest to Bratislava to Prague
Depart Budapest early and travel to Bratislava, capital of Slovakia. Explore its beautiful historic
centre and enjoy lunch.
Continue the journey to Prague, Czech Republic.
Evening: Transfer to Old Town Square, a bustling area filled with shops, performers, and
international dining.
Dinner at your choice of Czech, Indian, Chinese, or Italian restaurants.
Return transfer to the hotel.
Discovering Prague
Full-day sightseeing in Prague, the Baroque gem of Europe.
Guided panoramic tour with a local expert: visit Prague Castle (admission included). Take a
scenic Vltava River boat ride (included).
Afternoon: Free time to wander through the cobblestone streets, explore cafés, or shop for
souvenirs.
Departure from Prague
After breakfast, check out and depart with beautiful memories of your journey through Italy,
Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic.
Inclusions
2 nights accommodation in Rome at ERGIFE**** or Similar
1 night accommodation in Florence at NILHOTEL****/NOVOTEL FIRENZE NORD**** or Similar
1 night accommodation in Venice at NOVOTEL MESTRE CASTELLANA****/DELFINO**** or Similar
1 night accommodation in Salzburg at IBIS SALZBURG NORD***/HARRYS XL SALZBURG*** or Similar
2 nights accommodation in Vienna at NOVUM PRINZ EUGENE****/MOXY VIENNA CITY EAST**** or Similar
1 night accommodation in Budapest at DANUBIUS ARENA****/RADISSON BUDAPEST BUDAPART**** or Simlar
2 nights accommodation in Prague at DUO****/COMFORT PRAGUE CITY EAST*** or Similar
EaseMyTrip General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide and breakfast buffet.
Includes arrival transfer
Boat: to the island of Venice, Traunsee Lake in Traunkirchen, Danube River in Budapest, Boat ride on the
Vltava River.
City tour in : Rome, Florence, Venice, Vienna, Budapest, Prague.
Evening Transfer: Via Cavour in Rome, Trastevere in Rome, Grinzing district in Vienna, Old Town Square in
Prague.
Transfer: Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence.
Ticket admission: Murano Glass Factory in Venice, Prague Castle.
Exclusions
Airfare, visa charges, overseas travel insurance, and similar expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, wines, telephone charges, bottled water, and items not mentioned in
the itinerary or inclusions
Meals, snacks, and beverages not part of the included meal plan
Costs of any suggested, optional, or add-on excursions/tours/activities
Departure transfer on the last day (available at an additional supplement)
GST, TCS, and other applicable taxes
Any item not explicitly listed under the “Inclusions” section
Early check-in or late check-out charges at hotels
Any kind of taxes levied by the respective government or statutory bodies.
Gala dinner charges on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve (as applicable)
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