Venue Information
Grandior Hotel, Prague
Such attractions of the historic Prague Old Town, like Astronomical Clock on the Old Town Hall, Municipal House on Square of Republic or Charles Bridge, Powder Tower, Music Theatre Karlin and many others are in the immediate walking vicinity, making our hotel a great choice for all travelers.
Our guests enjoy easy access to public transport and the central train station. Subway ( Station Florenc, metro line B + C ) or tram stops are just around the corner and parking is right in our place.
Intercontinental Hotel Wein, Vienna
The InterContinental Vienna hotel places you moments away from the world-renowned Vienna State Opera and stylish shopping on pedestrianised Karntner Strasse. Behind its functionalist exterior, the hotel's magnificent wood-panelled lobby is hung with chandeliers, while our grand ballroom is ideal for hosting elegant events. You can also work out in the state-of-the-art Fitness Center, experience typical Viennese coffee house culture, or savor classic cocktails in the refined Intermezzo Bar.
Up Hotel Budapest, Budapest
In the heart of Budapest, a 156-room brand-new hotel is ready to welcome you with its genuine yet smart hospitality. Working on a technology enhanced hotel concept, we aimed to create contemporary spaces completed with the hottest electronic devices and services shaped by your ever-changing needs and interests. To make sure your stay is buzzy and colorful, we invited the most gentle and dynamic people to join our team.
The concept includes easy and convenient solutions, sustainability, fast feedback followed by unique personalized services, engaging social life (both online and offline) which altogether make up a modern style of living and travelling.
Itinerary & Schedule
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Date |
Port / Location |
Conference |
| Day 1 |
May 6th |
Prague, Czech Republic |
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| Day 2 |
May 7th |
Prague, Czech Republic |
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8:00am - 12:00pm / 2:00pm - 5:00pm |
| Day 3 |
May 8th |
Prague, Czech Republic |
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| Day 4 |
May 9th |
Prague, Czech Republic |
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2:00pm - 5:00pm |
| Day 5 |
May 10th |
Prague, Czech Republic—Cesky Krumlov—Vienna, Austria |
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| Day 6 |
May 11th |
Vienna, Austria |
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| Day 7 |
May 12th |
Vienna, Austria |
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| Day 8 |
May 13th |
Vienna, Austria—Bratislava, Slovakia—Budapest, Hungary |
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| Day 9 |
May 14th |
Budapest, Hungary |
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3:00pm - 5:00pm |
| Day 10 |
May 15th |
Budapest, Hungary—Visegrad—Budapest |
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| Day 11 |
May 16th |
Budapest, Hungary |
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Wed May 6 Prague
Arrive in Prague, the "City of 100 Spires" to witness ancient landmarks and medieval architecture. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner. (D)
Day 2 Thurs May 7 Prague
A full day of CME meeting sessions is scheduled for today. Enjoy the hospitality of your hotel in Prague before an evening on your own. (B)
Day 3 Fri May 8 Prague
Feel the magic and wonder of Prague. Your first chapter in this fairy-tale city begins with exploring the best of the Prague Old Town and its’ iconic landmarks. Marvel at the iconic, statue-lined Charles Bridge – a picturesque structure stretching over the Vltava River. After, enjoy some time at leisure for lunch on your own and spend the rest of the afternoon and evening with free time to discover the city how you like. Perhaps you’ll join an optional excursion to Prague’s Old Jewish Quarter to see its historic Jewish Museum and Europe’s oldest Jewish cemetery, founded in 1478. (B)
Day 4 Sat May 9 Prague
Start your morning with a panoramic tour and continue on to explore the “Castle District”, the gothic St. Vitus Cathedral, the majestic Prague Castle, and the Golden Lane. In the afternoon, gather for a scheduled CME meeting session before dinner. If you have extra time today, you may consider shopping for Bohemian crystal or visiting the city’s museums, such as the Lapidarium. Tonight, savour dinner and traditional folklore dances at a famous Prague restaurant where the menu is created based on original recipes from Czech grandmothers. (B, D)
Day 5 Sun May 10 Prague—Cesky Krumlov—Vienna, Austria
Travel through the scenic countryside on your way to Vienna. En route, make a stop in the medieval town of Cesky Krumlov. Lined with towering Baroque architecture, explore the quaint preserved streets before continuing to the grand city of Vienna. This evening, join your Tour Manager for an evening stroll before having dinner on your own. (B)
Day 6 Mon May 11 Vienna
Join a local guide at the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, the summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty for more than 200 years. Continue on to Vienna’s city centre and behold the beautiful architecture, scenic parks, and gothic spires that fill the city. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure where perhaps you’ll partake in the city’s famous café culture as you walk the streets, watching locals take a moment out of their day for a hot coffee and bite of cake. Tonight, hear Vienna’s past come alive and experience a classical performance featuring the works of Mozart and Strauss. (B, D)
Day 7 Tues May 12 Vienna
Choose how you spend your day because it’s your choice! Venture down the Danube* to the medieval town of Durnstein and cruise to the 11th-century Melk Abbey -OR- join a local guide in the Belvedere Museum, home to Gustav Klimt’s iconic painting The Kiss -OR- enjoy a leisurely morning before attending a Viennese Waltz lesson in the afternoon. The rest of the day is yours. (B)
*The Danube River Cruise to Melk Abbey is available mid-April to mid-October. Outside these times, a cruise through Vienna will be substituted.
Day 8 Wed May 13 Vienna—Bratislava, Slovakia—Budapest, Hungary
Say hello to Bratislava, the former Imperial capital of the Habsburg Empire. Get to know the city’s 4,000-year-old history on a tour with a local expert. Continue to Hungary to connect with the villagers of Dunaalmás during a community-hosted lunch, learning how to make traditional strudel. Arrive in Budapest, the "Queen of the Danube" and your home for the next 3 nights. Enjoy the evening on your own. (B, L)
Day 9 Thurs May 14 Budapest
Join a local expert for a panoramic tour of the city. Discover the incredible Neo-Gothic marvel of Matthias Church atop Buda Castle Hill, the Fisherman’s Bastion, the historic Old Buda and Gellert Hill, and the Parliament House. This afternoon, another CME meeting session is scheduled, followed by an evening to explore Budapest. Local culinary specialties await as you start a fantastic evening out in Budapest at one of the most popular local restaurants. Sit down to a dinner of creative Hungarian cuisine in a traditional Hungarian setting. After dinner, embark on a romantic evening cruise on the Danube. Discover the beauty of Budapest’s beautiful landmarks illuminated by the evening sky, sipping on a glass of wine as you glide down the river's beautiful waters. A selection of beverages is included on board. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. (B, D)
Day 10 Fri May 15 Budapest
This morning, talk with a local and listen to stories about his life during the former communist era. Enjoy the rest of the morning at leisure. This afternoon, head out of the city to the former Renaissance capital of Visegrad for a magnificent view of the Danube Bend and the Borzsony Mountains. Embrace the lifestyle of the 14th-century castle, a former residence of Hungarian kings, and enjoy an exclusive Renaissance-style dinner in the castle. (B, D)
Day 11 Sat May 16 Budapest
Your journey through the Imperial Cities ends today. (B)
Pre-And-Post Conference Information
There are no pre or post tours created for this itinerary. To build your own or to simply add hotel nights, please speak with your Advisor.
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