A tour of Slovakia will captivate you with a combination of old and new, as well as charming villages, spa towns, open-air museums, frozen lakes and collapsed volcanos. Discover this lesser-known destination of charming towns, unique castles, hot springs, caves, Celtic influences and unique folk traditions. Visit fortified castles, medieval mining towns, wooden churches and Baroque palaces. Slovakia boasts near 180 castles and 425 châteaux. Its most famous is the 900-year-old UNESCO-listed Spiš Castle, located outside the village of Žehra. It is also home to an underground river and caves.
Read moreHighlights include Bratislava, Slovakia’s capital, that is situated along the storied Danube River by the border with Austria and Hungary. Surrounded by vineyards and the Little Carpathian mountains, the 18th-century Old Town features an array of cafés and bars. It is crowned by the reconstructed Bratislava Castle that overlooks the town and the Danube. See the unique wooden churches that come in various styles, all different and breathtaking. Steeped in folk tradition, it features a heritage of folk music and dancing, which you can experience at the picturesque village of Cicmany, in the northern region that is the world’s first protected reservation of folk architecture.
Enjoy this exciting vacation experience in beautiful and unique Slovakia, boasting 20 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, just waiting for you to visit. Savor the national dish that combines little potato dumplings with bryndza, a crumbly sheep’s cheese. Also try the national drink called Borovicka, made from fermented ground juniper berries. Every aspect of this tour is fascinating. Bring the whole family, spectacular Slovakia has something for everyone.
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Storied cities and towns unfold before guests on this delightful Imperial Europe, 10 Day tour. Exciting trip highlights include the best of Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia and Czech Republic. Art, medieval towns, world-famous landmarks, fine wines, towering spires and castles are among the remarkable sites awaiting travellers on this memorable journey.
Frankfurt, Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, Budapest, Vienna and Prague are just some of the cities visited on this 15-day escorted tour to Eastern Europe. As you travel through the heart of Europe to Germany, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria and the Czech Republic, you will learn about the diverse history and cultures in each of these countries and get a better understanding of how they have all evolved over time.
All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.
