EUROPE: EXPLORE 5 ANCIENT EASTERN EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

09:20: You land at Berlin Brandenburg International Airport and complete entry formalities.
10:20: A coach picks you up at Berlin airport and begins exploring the German capital:
• Checkpoint Charlie – a historic site. Checkpoint Charlie was the only crossing point open to foreigners wishing to visit between East and West Germany during the Cold War.
• Berlin Wall – which divided the eastern and western parts of the city, is one of the most powerful symbols of the Cold War. Its fall led to the reunification of Germany and marked an important milestone in modern world history.
• Brandenburg Gate – a symbol of peace in Germany, ranked alongside the Arc de Triomphe in Paris as one of the most representative monuments in Europe.
12:00: Lunch at a restaurant.
After lunch, the group visits:
• Reichstag Building – a historic symbol of Germany.
• Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe.
• Galeria Kaufhof Berlin department store - one of Germany's largest entertainment and shopping complexes with many famous brands (if time allows).
18:00: The group has dinner at a restaurant, then returns to the hotel to check in and rest after a long flight.
Overnight at the 4* Holiday Inn Berlin City-West or similar in Berlin.

06:30: The group has breakfast, checks out of the hotel, and the coach and tour guide take travelers sightseeing:
• Berlin Cathedral – a church belonging to the Protestant Church in Germany, located east of Museum Island in Berlin. It is one of the largest Protestant churches in Germany and the largest church in the city of Berlin.
• Alexanderplatz – a vast square with a unique and distinctive cultural space that attracts thousands of visitors, just as much as the Reichstag Building does.
10:00: The coach takes the group to leave the capital Berlin for the ancient city of Dresden (~190km) – capital of the state of Saxony, located in eastern Germany. In recent years, Dresden has attracted great interest from visitors around the world.
Arriving in Dresden, the group has lunch at a local restaurant.
14:00: Travelers visit:
• Zwinger Palace – built in the style of a Roman arena, its details harmoniously combine sculpture and painting, creating a unique beauty. Visitors can admire its architecture and also enjoy its collections of antiques, especially art ceramics (photos from outside).
• Furstenzug Porcelain Mural – a giant mural 102m long and 9.5m high, made from 25,000 Meissen porcelain tiles. The mural is attached to the Residenzschloss palace and depicts a procession of rulers. It portrays 35 lords together with their courtiers and attendants. Through the mural's overall architectural design, you can learn about the city's history across many periods.
• Grünes Gewölbe Museum (exterior visit) - one of Europe's largest treasure museums, housing more than 4,000 precious artifacts. The most outstanding is the exquisitely crafted "Gold Coffee Service".
• Elbe River – visiting the legendary historic river of Dresden is an experience every foreign traveler should try. Today, Dresden still has 9 of the oldest and largest steamboats in the world operating to take visitors to enjoy the city's scenery.
18:00: The group has dinner at a local restaurant.
After dinner, the coach takes the group back to the hotel to check in and rest.
Overnight at the 4* Dormero Hotel Dresden City or similar.

06:30: The group has breakfast and checks out of the hotel.
08:00: The coach and tour guide take the group to Karlovy Vary (~170km) – nicknamed a romantic and picturesque film city because it hosts the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, one of the largest and most prestigious film festivals in Europe and one of the oldest film festivals in the world.
10:00: On arrival, travelers visit:
• Mill Colonnade: the symbol of the Karlovy Vary hot spring town. The most wonderful thing you experience in the center of this old town is a magnificent architectural structure with 124 columns along both sides of the walkway, with about 5 hot water taps from 5 of the 13 major hot springs in Karlovy Vary appearing along the colonnade.
12:30: Travelers have lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon: The group heads to Prague – capital of the Czech Republic.
The group visits Prague city:
• Charles Bridge – the most romantic bridge in the Czech Republic. Built in 1172 in Gothic style, Charles Bridge is one of 18 bridges crossing the Vltava River and connects the Old Town with the Lesser Town.
• Old Town Square – one of the two main squares in Prague, surrounded by ancient buildings and magnificent churches. These features make it one of the most beautiful historic sights in Europe. The most notable sights on the square are the Old Town Hall Tower and Astronomical Clock, Týn Church and St. Nicholas Church.
• Clock tower at "Rooster Square"- one of the oldest astronomical clocks in the world still in operation. From the top of the clock tower you can see the most beautiful panorama of Prague.
The group has dinner at a restaurant.
19:00: The group has dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight at the 4* Expo Hotel Prague or similar in Prague.

07:00: The group has breakfast at the hotel.
08:00: The coach and tour guide take the group sightseeing:
• Prague Castle – a symbol of the Czech Republic, built by Prince Borivoj around 880 AD. The castle itself is a small town commonly known as the old fortress (old town), and according to world record books it is the largest castle in the world. The castle covers 70,000 square meters and is still in use today.
• Photos from outside: St. Vitus Cathedral, Royal Palace, St. George's Basilica, Golden Lane.
13:00: The group has lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon the group departs for Linz (~240km), the third-largest city in Austria.
19:00: The group has dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight at a 4* hotel in Linz or the surrounding area.

07:00: The group has breakfast at the hotel, then checks out.
08:00: The group sets off for Hallstatt (~120km) – the most beautiful old village in Europe.
09:30: Sightseeing and photos at Hallstatt:
• Hallstatt Old Town and Market Square- The small market village of Hallstatt, one of the most attractive places in the Salzkammergut region, lies on the southwest shore of Hallstätter See. Named after a nearby salt mine, the village surrounds its charming Marktplatz square, enclosed by traditional houses with balconies covered in flowers, and in winter it is blanketed in fairy-tale white snow.
• Hallstatter See Lake- one of the most important elements creating the unforgettable beauty of Hallstatt village. Lake Hallstatter See and the houses right on its shore appear in nearly every photo of this landmark.
Travelers can buy cable car tickets up to the Skywalk viewing platform, where you can gaze over the magnificent panorama of the village. The mirror-like landscape that unfolds before your eyes will captivate anyone (Self-paid ticket price: about 24 EUR per adult).
12:00: Travelers have lunch at a restaurant.
After lunch, you depart for Vienna (~280km) – the capital of Austria, a city second to none in Europe for its antique splendor. Vienna blends romance with a touch of nostalgia; it is the classical music capital of Europe and the hometown of musical genius Mozart.
18:00: The group has dinner at a restaurant.
Overnight at a 4* hotel in Vienna.

07:00: The group has breakfast at the hotel, then checks out.
08:00: The coach takes travelers to sightsee Vienna, with photos from outside:
• Schönbrunn Palace – the summer palace and royal retreat of the Austrian imperial family, one of the most impressive architectural works in Austria. It radiates both luxurious, splendid beauty, with meticulously arranged rooms, and a fresh, vibrant vitality with colorful flower gardens.
• Vienna State Opera – the most prominent symbol of art in Vienna, with a history dating from the mid-19th century, located in the center of Vienna. It was built in the Neo-Renaissance style by a famous Czech architect. The city's opera house always wears a dazzling, timeless beauty and is a source of pride for the Austrian people.
• St. Stephen's Cathedral – Gothic architectural style, with the roof decorated with more than two hundred thousand glazed tiles. St. Stephen's is one of the most important churches in Austria – one of the oldest churches that has witnessed many important events in the nation's history, and a place no visitor to Vienna should miss.
The group has lunch at a restaurant.
14:00: The group shops at the PARNDORF Outlet with more than 200 stores and famous brands (closed on Sundays).
16:30: Leaving Parndorf, the coach takes you to Bratislava (~30km), the capital of Slovakia.
18:00: Arrival in Bratislava
19:00: Travelers have dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel SET Bratislava 4* or similar in Bratislava.

07:00: The group has breakfast and checks out of the hotel.
The group boards the coach and continues sightseeing in the city of Bratislava:
• The group visits and takes photos at Michael's Gate – the only surviving gate of a massive city wall that once enclosed Bratislava, dating back more than 700 years. In the mid-18th century the gate was restored in the Baroque style of that era. From here visitors can look down over the fairy-tale panorama of Bratislava's old town.
• Primate's Palace – regarded as one of the most beautiful architectural works in Bratislava, the Primate's Palace is easily recognized by its white and pale pink exterior. The palace showcases a collection of oil paintings from the Habsburg era, luxurious chandeliers and countless other treasures (photos from outside).
The group continues its journey to the city of Budapest (~200km) – the capital of Hungary.
12:00: The group rests and stops for lunch at a restaurant.
13:00: The group tours Budapest – capital of Hungary, nicknamed the "Paris of the East" for its glamorous beauty resembling that of France. Even better, Budapest offers a peaceful, comfortable and very clean atmosphere. The group visits:
• Matthias Church - Church of Our Lady, known as Nagyboldogasszony templom, is one of the most important churches with a long history in Budapest and a leading attraction for tourists. It is where the coronations of Hungarian kings took place and it houses important treasures.
• Heroes' Square- a symbol of the power and history of the Hungarian dynasties. In the middle of the square stands the soaring Millennium Monument and a row of statues of the founding kings and national heroes.
• Fishermen's Bastion – one of the seven wonders of Hungary, commemorating the medieval fishermen who fought here to defend the city.
• Hungarian Parliament Building – striking in design beside the Danube in central Budapest, the Hungarian Parliament Building is one of the most typical examples of Neo-Renaissance architecture. Attracting nearly 700,000 visitors a year, it is one of the busiest and most attractive tourist spots in Europe, with more than a century of history.
• Buda Castle – a proud, commanding symbol on Castle Hill in Budapest, Hungary, a powerful testament to the country's rich and turbulent history. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, located on Castle Hill by the Danube, attracting large numbers of European tourists with its magnificent architecture and deep history.
18:00: The group has dinner at a restaurant.
Overnight at the 4* Expo Congress Hotel or similar in Budapest.

07:00: The group has breakfast and checks out of the hotel.
Travelers enjoy a Danube River sightseeing cruise – the Danube, like a ribbon of blue silk, connects Europe from west to east. On that ribbon, Budapest shines like the most brilliant gem. The former capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire has always been described as the heart at the center of Europe, the jewel of the Danube. It seems no place along the Danube is as beautiful and romantic as Budapest. The city lies where the Danube changes its course from east–west to north–south. The lyrical river is so harmonious with this heritage city that it takes your breath away. On a Danube cruise, you will be immersed in the elegant, peaceful scene inside the boat as you admire panoramic views of the city.
12:00: The group has lunch at a restaurant.
In the afternoon, you have free time to shop until the coach takes the group to Budapest airport (if time allows), to check in for the flight back to Vietnam.
BUDAPEST–ISTANBUL//TK1038 (20.30–23.40)
ISTANBUL – HANOI //TK164 (02.05 – 15.25)

Travelers have a meal on the plane.
15:25: You land at Noi Bai International Airport.
The coach takes you back to the original meeting point.
_Farewell and end of the program_
*** The program may change depending on actual conditions, but all the sightseeing stops mentioned are still ensured.