Castle & Gardens of Schwetzingen - Day 3

Departs in the afternoon (3.5 hours) - $35 CAD

Travel to Schwetzingen Castle and its internationally famed garden. Spanning 178 acres, the spacious and ornate gardens welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, and feature a unique combination of French and English landscaping styles. Savor the sights of this exquisitely maintained compound on a tour led by a local guide.

Mount Pilatus - Day 5

Departs in the afternoon (4.5 hours) - $99 CAD

This scenic excursion begins with a cruise on Lake Lucerne. After docking, ascend the 7,000-foot Mount Pilatus on the world’s steepest cog-wheel railway. Legend holds that the mountain was named for Pontius Pilate, blown here by the devil after the Crucifixion. From the peak, the views of the Alps are stunning; on a clear day, you can see for 200 miles. Toward the end of your trip, you’ll return to the base of the mountain via gondola. Please note: The cruise and cog railway only run from mid-May through October. During the winter months, this excursion includes the cable car ride only. If the cog railway is unavailable, you will enjoy lunch at the summit.

Dachau - Day 8

Departs in the afternoon (4 hours) - $29 CAD

Once a typical German village, Dachau served as one of the most notorious Nazi concentration camps during World War II. Spend a day visiting this somber site, which has since been transformed into a Holocaust memorial museum that serves as a testament to the strength of the human spirit. An audio guide will provide the narrative for your viewing of Dachau's poignant exhibits, which are echoed by the memorials to the victims that adorn the grounds.

Mozart Concert & Dinner - Day 10

Evening w/ dinner (4.5 hours) - $115 CAD

Step inside the 1,200-year-old Stiftstkellar St. Peter inside St. Peter's Abbey for a night of food and the music of Mozart. Mozart composed over 600 works in his short life, and tonight, you'll hear his masterpieces as you dine. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservations and payment at least 20 days prior to departure.

Traditional Viennese Heurigen Evening - Day 12

Evening w/ dinner (4 hours) - $99 CAD

Enjoy a scenic drive to the picturesque village of Grinzing, where you'll savor traditional Austrian heurigen cuisine in a cozy Old World setting. Heurigen are traditional restaurants that serve their own wine, and you'll enjoy a festive evening of food, drink and music. Then, take a ride on Vienna’s Prater Ferris Wheel, which offers a one-of-a-kind view of the city.

Bratislava - Day 13

Departs in the morning (6 hours) - $95 CAD

Walk through Bratislava’s Old Town on a guided tour of the Slovakian capital. Stroll along cobblestone streets in the shadow of Brastislavsky Hrad, the hilltop 18th-century castle overlooking the Old Town. Then, tour the famous Hall of Mirrors inside the pink Primates’ Palace, where Napoleon and the Austrian emperor signed the Peace of Pressburg of 1805. Lunch is included. Please note: Depending on the day of the week, you may visit St. Martin's Cathedral instead of the palace.

Budapest Sightseeing - Day 1

Departs in the morning (4 hours) - $65 CAD

Treat yourself to a sightseeing tour of Budapest, a city divided by the Danube River into its old and new sections ("Buda" and "Pest"). This morning's excursion is led by a professional local guide and includes visits to Hungary's Parliament, Matthias Church and Fisherman's Bastion. You'll also pass by Heroes Square and St. Stephen's Basilica.

Godollo Castle & Lazar Equestrian Park - Day 2

Departs in the morning (6.5 hours) - $109 CAD

Venture to Godollo, the summer residence of Empress Elisabeth of Austria. You’ll receive a guided tour of the stately mansion and take a leisurely walk around the castle's grounds. Then, you'll visit Lazar Equestrian Park, where you'll enjoy a carriage-driving show and a visit to the stables. Cap off your trip to the country with an included lunch.