3 Cities in Eastern Europe - 10 Days
October 17th - October 26th
$2,195

Berlin, Germany's capital city has a turbulant past. Berlin was successively the capital of the Kingdom of Prussia (1701-1918), the German Empire (1871-1918), the Weimar Republic (1919-1933) and the Third Reich(1933-1945). After World War II until the reunification in 1990 the city was divided into East and West Berlin by the Berlin wall. A lot has changed in Berlin since then, most of the city has been rebuilt or restored and there is some fascintating architecture, both old and new, standing side by side. Almost no other metropolis has experienced such frequent, radical change transforming the face of the city to what it is today.

Prague is the Czech Republic's capital and its international show piece. From magnificent Prague Castle to Wenceslas Square in the heart of the city, Prague rewards visitors with a diverse range of attractions, most situated within walking distance of each other. The Charles Bridge, flanked on either side by statues of monarchs and saints, serves as a timeless symbol of Prague's medieval history, while the Jewish quarter, adjacent to the old town square, is a constant reminder of the Nazi occupation during World War Two. In terms of sheer beauty and architectural excellence, Prague is undoubtedly one of Europe's most attractive capital cities. The history of the city is echoed within the walls of the numerous baroque and Renaissance buildings which characterise this splendid city.

Vienna is both Austria's capital and its prime tourist attraction. It's a city that encapsulates a lot of European history, and mirrors the great themes of empire building, war and reinventing itself for the modern age. This venerable past appeals to visitors who are treated to a modern city that has retained its traditions and customs.

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Day 1 - Friday October 17th  - Depart USA
Take overnight flight from your hometown to Berlin Germany (**Flight home is from Vienna)  - Best Single Travel will gladly help with flight arrangements.

Day 2 - Saturday October 18 - Berlin Germany
Plan your flight to arrive in the morning.  Meet all your new singles travel friends as we are greeted at the airport by our tour assistant.

Our first afternoon we will see Berlins's interesting sights on a half day coach tour. We stop at East Side Gallery and have a  photo opp at Checkpoint Charlie Museum and get outside views of the main attractions of Berlin.

Three-Course Dinner at Hotel
Park Inn Hotel - Dinner

Day 3 and 4 - Sunday and Monday,
October 19 and 20 -  Berlin
Everyone receives their Berlin WelcomeCard.
Now we can discover the sights and delights of Berlin with unlimited use of the buses and trains! The convenient Guide with integrated city map gives us the latest insider tips to get the most out of discovering Berlin – and enjoy up to 50% discount on over 130 tourist attractions and services!  Singles will also receive the SchauLUST Museen Berlin ticket (free admission to over 50 musuems). Stay with the group as we explore Berlin or go off on your own, the choice is yours.

Museumsinsel island in the River Spree is home to Berlin's foremost museums. The Pergamon Museum, an enormous collection of Classical and Islamic antiquities. The Old National Gallery, or Alte Nationalgalerie, is worth visiting if you're a fan of 19th-century art. The Altes Museum is home to fine examples of Roman and Greek statuary and an impressive collection of Etruscan art.

The Best  views of Berlin are those from the Fernsehturm, the massive television tower that looms over East Berlin. At 368 metres it makes for a distinctive landmark.

Berliner Dom, catherdal, rebuilt after the war, is a pared-down version of the original 19th-century building. The stately façade opens to an interior of white marble with gold and gilt, and statues in the gigantic dome.

Germany's parliamentary house, the Reichstag, glass dome affords fantastic views of the city.

The Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is the central place for remembrance and a place of warning.

Climb Siegessäule, the Victory Column commemorating German defeat of Denmark, Austria and France in the 1860s and 70s.

Charlottenburg Palace has been restored, its lavish interior a reminder of extravagance of the Prussian Crown. Behind the palace are extensive grounds laid out as formal gardens.

Jewish Museum is known for the building, based on a disassembled star and featuring zinc panels spliced with slits for windows, is a chilling reminder of German Jews history.

Hackesche Höfe - Bebelplatz - Holocaust Memorial - Berlin Zoo - Gendarmenmarkt - Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church - St Nicholas Square - Alexanderplatz

*Some of the sights above may have admissions not included with the tour
Park Inn Hotel - Breakfast

Day 5 - Tuesday, October 21 - Berlin to Prague
After breakfast we coach to Prague by way of Dresden, where we stop for lunch.

An afternoon guided walk includes a thousand years of history, architecture and stories. Visit the oldest and most interesting parts of Prague such as Charles Bridge, Lesser Square, Prague Castle with its Royal Garden and St. Vitus Cathedral, Jewish Town and Old Town. You will see the famous Astrological Clock, which has been measurung time in Prague for six centuries, in good and bad times. You will be told of the best clubs, bars and the latest cultural events. You will get a great introduction to the most important sights in the historical centre of Prague.

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Day 8 - Friday, October 24 - Prague to Vienna
This morning we visit the UNESCO listed town of Kutná Hora for a chance to see its impressive medieval sights.

In the 14th century it became a royal city. The Church of St Barbara, a jewel of the late Gothic period, and the Cathedral of Our Lady at Sedlec, which was restored in line with the Baroque taste of the early 18th century, were to influence the architecture of central Europe.

We then travel south to Vienna, the majestic capital of Austria. We have the afternoon and evening free to discover Vienna at night.

See the splendid baroque cupolas of the Imperial Palace, neo-Gothic Vienna City Hall, the round Giant Ferris Wheel, the slim spires of St. Stephen’s Cathedral and many attractive apartments that were built the past few years.
Hotel Mercure Westbahnhof

Day 9 - Saturday - October 25 - Vienna
A full day of sightseeing in this amazing city. Time to visit the Palace of the Hapsburgs,

Entrance to St. Stephen's Cathedral with guided tour of catacombs. Snack on apple strudel during the pastry cooking show at the Schoenbrunn Old Bakery.

Highlights tour of Schoenbrunn Castle. We will visit 22 rooms in the magnificent caste. 

Join the group for a final dinner and then we will enjoy a Schoenbrunn concert.
Hotel Mercure Westbahnhof

Day 10 - Sunday, October 26 - Depart Vienna
After breakfast transfer to airport for your morning flight home.  Say goodbye to all your new single travel buddies and the end of another great singles vacation.

Deposit $400

Balance - $1,795 due September 1
The deposit can be paid by credit card the balance is to be paid by check or money order.  If you wish to pay the balance by credit card there is a 3% charge.

*The price per person is for a share of a double room "land package". Best Single Travel provides roommate matching, if you wish to room solo the cost is an additional
$875