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4/15/2010 - 5/2/2010
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Grand Capitals of Poland, Czech Republic and Hungary

Prices for this date starting at: $3990 per person

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Number: 3347RJ

Duration: 17 nights

Theme: Regional Studies

Meals: 44 total, 16 Breakfasts, 15 Lunches, 13 Dinners

Activity Level: 4
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Itinerary: Warsaw, Poland 3 nights; Krakow, Poland 2 nights... More
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Marvel at Central Europe’s most impressive capitals of then and now: from Warsaw’s amazing restoration following World War II and Krakow’s legendary charm, to the architectural highlights of Prague and Budapest’s landmarks spanning both sides of the Danube River. With university professors, local scholars and access to unique traditions and historic treasures, discover the heritage of these splendid cities and their nations.



Highlights


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Lunch in Lowicz with a local family who want to bring back the splendor of Lowicz Castle.


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A private concert accompanies dinner at the Mozart Museum.


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Local experts in Budapest answer questions and offer informal insight into Hungarian politics, history or daily life.



Program Particulars

Program cost excludes three dinners and one lunch so you may explore local fare.



Activity Particulars

Walking up to 2 miles per day with periods of standing. Terrain includes cobblestones, city streets, and uneven ground.



Date Specific Information

4-15-2010

This program can be taken back to back with program 18083-050410 City Discoveries: Vienna.



5-20-2010

This program may be taken back to back with program 18103-051310 City Discoveries: Reykjavik.




Day 1

Overnight flight from the U.S.A.
1 night

Days 2-4

Arrival Warsaw (Poland)
3 nights

Warsaw University professors share their scholarship as they guide explorations and offer perspective on this historic capital on the Wisla River. Explore Warsaw’s Jewish Ghetto and see the Monument of the Warsaw Uprising. Professor Andrzej Filipiak’s discussion of Catholicism under Communism underscores a visit to the St. Stanislaw Kostka Church, home parish of Solidarity priest Jerzy Popieuszko until his murder in 1984 by secret police.



Lodging: Downtown hotel.



Days 5-7

Coach to Krakow
2 nights
Coach to Zakopane
1 night

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Wawel Hill, a symbol of the entire nation where, for 500 years, Polish Kings were crowned and buried in the nearby cathedral. Learn about Jewish history in Poland from scholar Robert Gadek, then walk the Kazimierz Jewish district for Sabbath dinner in a local restaurant. Visit Zakopane and Chocholow for a look at of local craftsmen, traditions and folk ensembles.



Lodging: Hotel near Old Town.



Days 8-12

Coach to Prague (Czech Republic)
5 nights

Local experts offer a portrait of this dynamic country from Bohemian enclave to Communist core to center of the global limelight. Attend an exclusive lecture on Czech religion at the Brevnov monastery and view the magnificent Spanish Hall at Prague Castle. Enjoy a private concert at Mozart´s museum and perhaps a cold Budweiser in its country of origin.



Lodging: Centrally located hotel.



Days 13-18

Coach to Budapest (Hungary)
5 nights
Departure

An evening cruise on the Danube offers a view of Parliament and Castle Hill. On-site lectures bring you closer to Budapest’s many landmarks and to Hungary’s history. In the Danube Bend, scholars present art at the Christian Museum and rural life in Hungary at the Open-Air Museum in Szentendre. The nine groups of buildings each represent a region of Hungary.



Lodging: Comfortable hotel near river.