Imperial Capitals of Europe

Day 1 London, Istanbul
Begin with Titan’s VIP Home Departure Service® to LondonHeathrow or Gatwick Airport for your scheduled British Airways or other leading airline flight to Istanbul. Meet your Uniworld representative on arrival and transfer to the hotel.

Day 2 Istanbul
Included Excursion: Istanbul city tour and Grand Bazaar
Today’s panoramic tour takes you to the Hippodrome; the Blue Mosque,with its distinctive minarets and blue Iznik tile walls; the spectacular HagiaSophia, the “Church of Holy Wisdom,” which was built in 535 AD; andthe Topkapi Palace, a magnificent Ottoman residence. You will then have time to peruse the Grand Bazaar.

Day 3 Istanbul
Spend today in leisurely exploration of Istanbul’s many charms. Stroll through the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum or take in the eerie Basilica Cistern, which features a veritable forest of marble columns.

Day 4 Istanbul, fly to Bucharest, Giurgiu
Included Excursion: Bucharest city tour including lunch
Leave Istanbul and fly to the Romanian capital of Bucharest, where you will be taken on a tour of this eclectic city, often called the “Paris of the East.”Afterward, enjoy lunch before your motorcoach takes you to Giurgiu, where you will board your Uniworld ship.

Day 5 Rousse (Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi)
Included Excursion: Guided tour to Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi, and authentic Bulgarian lunch
After a motorcoach ride through the countryside, arrive in Veliko Tarnovo, where you will see the majestic ruins of Tzarevetz Castle. You will then ride to the picturesque village of Arbanassi. While here, savour an authentic lunch along with live folk music. Captain’s Welcome Dinner tonight.

Day 6 Cruising the scenic Iron Gates
Relax onboard as you cruise the spectacular Iron Gates, an 80-mile-long stretch of scenic gorges.

Day 7 Belgrade
Included Excursion: Belgrade city tour
Enjoy a panoramic drive through Belgrade, and then be taken on a tour through Kalemegdan Fortress.

Day 8 Vukovar (Osijek)
Included Excursion: Tour of Osijek, school visit, and home-hosted lunch
Upon arrival in Osijek, you will be taken to a local elementary school for a tour and musical performance by the children. Then it’s off to a tour ofOsijek’s historical centre and a hearty home-hosted lunch. Please note: School visit not available during school holidays.

Day 9 Mohacs (Pecs)
Included Excursion: Half-day excursion to Pecs and wine tasting in Villány Hills
You will take a motorcoach from Mohacs to Pecs, a European Capital of culture. This small city holds many surprises and has a blend of architectural styles and heritage sites. On your way back to the ship, stop in the Villány Hills, where you will taste the local product dubbed the “Queen of Wines” by American violinist Yehudi Menuhin.

Day 10 Budapest
Included Excursion: Budapest city tour
A combined driving and walking tour of the city will give you an up-close look at Budapest’s most magnificent sights, including St. Matthias church, the Hungarian National Museum, Heroes Square, and the famous Széchenyi Chain Bridge.

Day 11 Budapest
Today, take your time exploring Hungary’s beautiful capital city on your own.

Day 12 Bratislava
Included Excursions: Bratislava city tour
Take a guided stroll through historic Bratislava.

Day 13 Vienna
Included Excursions: Vienna city tour and National Library visit
Soak up Vienna’s imperial history during a tour along the stately Ringstrasse. After your panoramic overview, enjoy strolling from the Hofburg grounds to St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Then visit the Baroque State Hall of the Austrian National Library.

Day 14 Vienna
Spend today exploring the “City of Waltzes” on your own. Captain’s Farewell Dinner tonight.

Day 15 Vienna, London
Disembark the ship and transfer to Vienna Airport for your British Airway or other leading airline flight home. Arrive at London Heathrow or Gatwick where our staff will meet you and our transport will transfer you to your own front door.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please note: Sultanahmet (Blue Mosque) is a place of active worship.Religious ceremonies might restrict visitors from entering at times. At other times, please obey mosque etiquette.

Please note: Hagia Sophia is closed on Mondays and Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. The city tour of Istanbul will be arranged in accordance with the days they’re open. If Hagia Sophia is not available during your stay, we will offer the harem visit in the Topkapi Palace instead.

Please note: On Mondays in Vienna, Mozarthaus will be substituted for the Library.

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