Taste Of Eastern Europe (2025 Departures)

Welcome to the first day of this adventure through some of Eastern Europe’s most stunning destinations. Arrive in Munich and meet up with your tour leader and fellow travellers this morning. Then, set off on an orientation tour and discover what makes the capital of Bavaria such a vibrant and fascinating city. From historic and architectural attractions to modern innovations and industries, Munich is a melting pot of cultural wonders. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore or join the optional excursion for a guided tour through some of Munich’s most iconic locations and indulge in some delicious Bavarian cuisine. This evening, look forward to a welcome dinner at a traditional beer hall. Raise a glass to the upcoming tour!

Discover Munich on an orientation tour: Join your tour leader on an orientation tour of Munich to get you acquainted with this wonderful German city. Munich is the capital of Bavaria, and is home to centuries-old buildings and modern culture. It’s also famous for being the home of Oktoberfest!

Welcome dinner in a German beer hall: Tonight, enjoy a visit to a traditional German beer hall. Sample excellent German beer, along with traditional German cuisine. Prost!

Depart Munich after breakfast and look forward to visiting a new country today - Austria! En route to Vienna, enjoy a comfort stop in Mondsee, a lakeside town which is home to the Mondsee Abbey which was famously used in The Sound of Music! Next stop is a visit to Melk, another charming Austrian town. Here, embark on a tour of the breathtaking Melk Abbey which overlooks the Danube river. Then, tuck into a tasty lunch. Finally, arrive in Vienna, Austria‘s enchanting capital later this afternoon. This evening is free to relax. Alternatively, join tonight’s optional excursion for a classical music concert featuring music from Mozart and Strauss!

Visit Mondsee: Enjoy a comfort stop in this quaint town which sits on the shores of Lake Mondsee. Take some time to walk around, relax at a café or explore the famed Mondsee Abbey which can be seen in the beloved film The Sound of Music!

Tour Melk Abbey: Embark on a guided tour of the impressive Melk Abbey. The Benedictine abbey was first founded in 1089 while the 18th-century structure which stands today is an exceptional example of Baroque architecture. Learn all about the history of this region and admire the views of the Danube river from atop the rocky outcrop where the abbey sits!

Guten Morgen, Vienna! After breakfast, enjoy a driving and walking tour of Austria’s captivating capital. Bask in the grandeur of Vienna’s architecture and learn about the musical and artistic greats such as Mozart, Beethoven and Klimt who all created timeless art in this magical city. As well as historic gems, Vienna also boasts a vibrant, modern atmosphere. Enjoy some free time to explore or grab some lunch before setting off to the next destination. Next stop: Budapest! Arrive in the Hungarian capital later this afternoon and set off on a guided driving tour. See top attractions including the Hungarian Parliament, St. Stephen‘s Basilica and more. This evening, why not soak up the sights on a Danube river cruise including dinner?

Driving and walking guided tour of Vienna: On the drive into Vienna, Austria’s capital city, you will see Schönbrunn Palace before reaching the Inner City, and one of the best vistas from Belvedere Hill. Vienna is known as the 'City of Music’ due to its classical heritage and the prodigies that worked there including Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert and Brahms to name a few, as your local guide on your walking tour will tell you. The tour starts at the Golden Mile on the RingStrasse (Parliament, City Hall, Burgtheater). Then, discover the courtyards and passages around the Hofburg (Imperial Castle) and St Stephen’s Cathedral, which is Vienna’s geographic and historic centre.

Driving tour of Budapest: Meet up with a local guide who will accompany us on a driving tour of the city, and point out all the best-loved sights. This is a great way to learn more about Hungarian culture and language, and the city's fascinating history. Drink in incredible views from atop Gellert Hill and the Citadel, take a stop at Heroes Square and get an eyeful of other must-see attractions like Budapest Parliament, St Stephen's Basilica, the state opera, the castle district, and more.

Get ready to tick off two new countries today! The first stop is Bratislava, the tiny and picturesque capital city of Slovakia. Learn more about this colourful city on an orientation tour. Then, travel onwards to Prague where the group will spend the evening. This afternoon, join a local guide for a walking tour of this fairytale city. Admire Prague’s dramatic Gothic architecture and cobbled streets while learning about its fascinating history, folklore and culture. Enjoy an included group dinner tonight at a local restaurant and get your first taste of hearty Czech cuisine!

Orientation tour of Bratislava: Visit Bratislava, the capital city of Slovakia, and join your tour leader for an orientation tour of the city where you will see the Old Town, Primatial Palace, Michael’s Gate, the Main Square, Old Town Hall, Slovak National Theatre and Reduta.

Guided tour of Prague: Discover this incredible city with a local guide. Since freeing itself from communism, Prague has joined other European jewels like Paris, Rome and Amsterdam to take its place as one of Europe’s most fascinating destinations. Prague's dramatic history is reflected in the beauty of the architecture of churches, opera houses, concert halls and parks.

Prague dinner: Experience authentic Czech cuisine at a local restaurant on your first night in Prague; the history of this restaurant dates back hundreds of years, and it is a favourite place for locals as well as our Expat Explore groups. You will also have the option to try famous Czech Beer!

A full free day in the magical capital of the Czech Republic awaits! Discover what makes this city, nicknamed the “City of a Hundred Spires'', one of Eastern Europe’s most beloved travel destinations. For the ultimate Prague experience, join our top-selling Prague+ optional excursion. Embark on a guided tour of the iconic Prague Castle and delight in a Prague river cruise! Alternatively, explore on your own and revisit some of the spots seen on yesterday’s tour. Tonight, experience traditional Czech folk music and dancing alongside a delectable three-course dinner which includes Czechia’s most famous export - beer! This is the most fun you’ll have on tour!

The tour may be leaving Prague but the journey isn’t over yet! Travel back to Germany and stop in the historic city of Nuremberg en route to Munich. This is Bavaria’s second-largest city and is celebrated for its exceptional architecture which was rebuilt after being damaged extensively in WWII. Enjoy an orientation tour and learn more about Nuremberg’s history before enjoying some free time to explore further or to get lunch. In the afternoon, hop back on the coach to Munich. The final evening of the tour is free to spend as you wish. Why not sit down for one last farewell dinner with the group?

Visit historic Nuremberg: Enjoy a visit to this historic and hugely popular Bavarian city. See the medieval castle, and get a chance to explore the walled Old Town. Did you know that Nuremberg was once the capital of the Holy Roman Empire? It was also the preferred residence of many German kings throughout history!

After one week of unforgettable travel moments, this Taste of Eastern Europe tour comes to an end today. Enjoy one last breakfast with the group and don’t forget to exchange contact details with your newfound travel buddies! Expat Explore wishes you a safe journey onwards and cannot wait to see you on tour with us again soon.