6 Days Taste of Central Europe
Discover the heart of Central Europe and take advantage of unique location of Bratislava which is suitable for day trips. E-TRAVEL.SK is your partner in discovering Central Europe.
Day 1, Arrival at Vienna & Vienna City Tour
Arrival at Vienna Airport/ Bratislava Airport. Meeting with the guide at arriving hall of the airport. The guides are available in English, German, Spanish, French and Italian. Transfer to Vienna city center. 3 hours city tour of Vienna, which is combination of walking tour and panorama city tour by bus. Discovering famous Ringstrasse, where you pass most of the highlights of Vienna. Continue to impressive Vienna State Opera, and the nearby Hofburg Palace, the former imperial palace of Habsburg dynasty.
Pass along to Parliament building, the monumental City Hall, the Museum of Art History, and the Museum of Natural History. In case of morning flight, possible visit also Schonbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage. Evening transfer to Bratislava. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 2, Bratislava & Small Carpathian Wine Route
Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Discovering the historical city center of one of the youngest capitals of the European Union – Bratislava, with its rich Austro – Hungarian history. Starting with walking tour of Bratislava city center and admiring all the main monuments of the city – Primatial Palace, Old Town Hall, all the statues of the city, St. Martin’s Cathedral, Bratislava’s Opera, Blue Church and many more.
Continue by bus to Slavin Monument from where is the beautiful view on Bratislava. Transfer to monumental Bratislava Castle. Visit of baroque gardens. Departure to Small Carpathian Wine Route, one of the eight wine growing regions of Slovakia. Entrance to faire-tale castle Red Stone, exploring the city centers of wine towns Modra and Pezinok. Wine tasting in stylish local wine cellar accompanied by traditional wine dinner. Evening return to Bratislava.
Day 3, Day trip to Budapest
Begin your day with a picturesque drive to Budapest, the enchanting Hungarian capital celebrated for its breathtaking architecture, relaxing thermal baths, and world-class cuisine. Once the largest Slovak city of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Budapest today stands as a vibrant blend of history and modern charm.
Your journey starts on the lively Pest side, where you’ll admire the majestic House of Parliament, the stately Royal Palace, the grand St. Stephen’s Basilica, and the iconic Heroes’ Square. Crossing the Danube via the elegant Elizabeth Bridge, you’ll arrive in the romantic Buda Hills.
Here, stroll through the historic Castle Hill, marvel at the 13th-century Matthias Coronation Church with its exquisite Gothic details, and climb to the Fisherman’s Bastion for sweeping, picture-perfect views across the city.
Before returning to Bratislava, take time to soak in the atmosphere of Budapest’s vibrant city center — a perfect finale to your unforgettable day.
Day 4, Nitra – Hronsky Benadik – Banska Stiavnica
This day will be dedicated to the history of Slovakia, whilst visit Central part of the country. Discovering the oldest Slovakian city Nitra with entrance to Nitra Castle with baroque St. Emeram Cathedral.
Continue to the oldest Slovakian abbey – Hronsky Benadik and entrance to gothic basilica of St. Benedict from 10th century, where is located the unique relict of blood of Jesus Christ, who gave to Benedictine’s monks the legendary Hungarian King Matyas Corvinius.
Continue to hidden gem of Slovakia, the former royal mining city of Banska Stiavnica, also well known as a city of love as the most beautiful love poem in Slovak called Marina was written here. Visit of UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE city center with entrance to the Old Castle. Evening return back to Bratislava.
Day 5, Brno Day Trip
Today we will visit the capital of Moravia Region and second biggest Czech city Brno. Discovering the rich history and modern architecture of the city when having walking tour of the city. View Spliberk Castle, dominating the skyline of Brno, built in the mid- 13th century as a seat for rulers of Moravia. In the heart of the city admire the imposing Neo-Gothic Cathedral of St. Peter & Paul. Free time to taste Czech delicious beer and return to Bratislava.
Day 6, Depart Slovakia
Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Free time for discovering Slovakia on your own. Transfer to Vienna/ Bratislava airport. Flight back home.