FROM PRAGUE TO MUNICH ESCAPE

Posted on by Kenneth Reece, Agent of Modern Travel Professionals

On this guided vacation of Central Europe, experience the rich history and most popular destinations without the crowds—and even better—without the high-season prices. This Central Europe escorted tour is a magnificent journey starting in the Czech Republic before entering Germany, to discover Saxony and Bavaria. Both your eyes and tastebuds will be kept busy by scenic Saxony. Visit the elegantly restored city of Dresden, the cultural hub of Leipzig and Colditz castle, the renaissance castle that became an infamous prisoner of war camp during WW2 and try the local wines. Travel south through Germany to Bavaria. Visit Nurenberg before arriving at its most famous city – Munich. While the theatrical Glockenspiel clock in Munich’s Marienplatz may announce the time three times a day, the lively Biergarten throughout Germany will happily tell you it’s always “beer thirty.”

From the exciting cities and historical sights to the special experiences, this Central Europe escorted vacation has something for everyone, including a low-season price that you won’t want to miss! Let Globus handle the details while you sit back, relax, and enjoy this amazing Prague to Munich Escape!

Globus takes you beyond the guidebooks with more ways to discover each destination.

  1. Every Globus tour includes their exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own!
  2. Discover something unexpected and unforgettable in the special way only Globus can share—with sightseeing highlights to off-the-beaten-path surprises to out-of-this world moments you’ll remember for a lifetime!
  3. Explore or relax as you please, or choose exciting options available at MyGlobus. Get local maps and free time tips on your GlobusGO mobile app. Your Tour Director can suggest the perfect way to design your day!
At Globus, we create tours with just the right balance of included features – from Local Favorites to VIP access at must-see sites – and free time. We’re all about hidden gems, not hidden charges. That’s why we throw in more visits, toss in more experiences and include more sightseeing, all in the price of the tour package. We also rest where the action is. Every Globus tour itinerary features hotels in the heart of each destination. And, when you know the ropes of travel, you also know how to get in front of them. We work hard behind the scenes to get our travelers front and center at the world’s greatest sights. As a result, we minimize lines and wait times. Plus, with the world’s best Tour Directors leading the way, we maximize the scene, scenery and overall enjoyment for each and every traveler.

Globus has vetted and hand-selected the best hotels around the world with location, comfort, and style in mind. Enjoy first-class hotels in each destination, and check in with the confidence that we’ve already checked everything out for your comfort and convenience.

On this tour, you’ll be staying at these (or similar) hotels:

Prague: NH Prague

Dresden: NH Collection Dresden Altmarkt

Leipzig: The Westin Leipzig

Munich: Four Points by Sheraton Munich Arabellapark

Day 1

ARRIVE IN PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

  • Welcome to Prague! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at the hotel.

Dinner is included today.

Day 2

PRAGUE

THE GOLDEN CITY

  • PRAGUE Guided sightseeing includes the Astronomical Clock and the Hradčany Castle grounds.

Breakfast is included today.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

CULTURAL GEM The capital city of the Czech Republic which spans the Vltava River is often called the “City of a Hundred Spires,” or “The Golden City”. See the beautiful Old Town Square, with vibrant Baroque buildings, Gothic churches, and the medieval Astronomical Clock, delighting passers-by each hour. Stroll around the exquisite grounds at Hradčany Castle, considered to be the world’s largest ancient castle complex.

Day 3

PRAGUE–DRESDEN, GERMANY

SIPPING WINE IN SAXONY

  • DRESDEN AREA Wine tasting.

Breakfast & Dinner are included today.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

LOCAL TASTES Although Saxony is Germany’s smallest wine growing region, wine cultivation has been a tradition here for over 800 years. More than 20 varieties of grape thrive in the mild climate of its wine route that stretches between Pirna and Diesbar-Seusslitz.

Day 4

DRESDEN

GERMAN JEWELS

  • DRESDEN Guided walking tour features a visit to the Zwinger Palace Courtyard.

Breakfast is included today.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

CULTURAL GEM Explore the heart of Dresden with a walk to Zwinger Palace courtyard. Revered for its stunning Baroque architecture and beautiful gardens, this spectacular palace complex is the most famous building in Dresden.

Day 5

DRESDEN–COLDITZ–LEIPZIG

DARING ESCAPES!

  • COLDITZ Guided visit of the castle.
    LEIPZIG Orientation of the city and free time this evening.

Breakfast is included today.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

HISTORIC SPOT While originally built as a castle in the middle-ages, its utilization changed numerous times through history. It reached notoriety during WW2 when it was designated to be a Prisoner of War Camp for Allied Officers. Due to its location Field Marshall Göring declared it “escape-proof”, he was soon proved wrong when many daring escape plans were hatched, including the building of a glider! Over 170 attempts were apparently made, but only 32 men actually escaped.

Day 6

LEIPZIG–NURENBERG–MUNICH

REBUILDING TRADITION

  • NURENBERG Walking tour includes the Old Town.

Breakfast is included today.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

HISTORY & TRADITION A target for allied bombings, Nuremberg was an important symbol to the Nazi regime having been the location of the party rallies. After the war it was completely rebuilt, restoring to their original charm the characteristic medieval streets of the old town with the half-timbered houses. The Old Town is also home to traditional sausage restaurants that have been serving the Nurenberg sausage since the 15th century.

Day 7

MUNICH

AUF WIEDERSEHEN, MUNICH!

  • MUNICH Guided sightseeing includes Marienplatz.  Farewell dinner at local restaurant.

Breakfast & Dinner are included today.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

CULTURE & TRADITION Experience the geographical and cultural heart of Munich at its Marienplatz, the town square since 1158. Stroll through the home of historic buildings, including the Old and New Town Halls in the picturesque heart and soul of the city. Join us at one of our local faves for a farewell dinner this evening!

Day 8

MUNICH

SAFE TRAVELS UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN!

  • Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

Breakfast is included today.

This sounds like an amazing escape to Central Europe…We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect vacation—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring in spacious comfort by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach. Free Wi-Fi is included on board your coach and in most hotel lobbies and common areas.

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Published by Kenneth Reece, Agent of Modern Travel Professionals

Hi! My name is Kenneth Reece, a native from Stockbridge, Georgia. I am a travel agent for Modern Travel Professionals. I opened Enchanted Gardens Florist & Gifts in 1986--when I was just 19. My love affair with Disney started in 1998 when I added Walt Disney collectibles to my merchandise displays. When I started to learn about the rich history of The Walt Disney Company, (which is required to successfully sell Walt Disney Animation Art) is when my store came alive. I've enjoyed hosting Disney Artists, Sculptors & Imagineers for in-store signing events, and was thrilled to tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank a few times as a guest of the company. One of my fondest Disney memories is that of holding one of Walt Disney's personal Academy Awards while visiting the Walt Disney Archives in Burbank, CA. As my love of Disney grew, I began planning trips to Disney for my clients at my store, which grew into a new career! After a few years of both running my retail store and planning travel, I closed my brick & mortar store, moved to Vero Beach, Fl where I've been planning travel full-time now for over five years. Vero Beach has small-town charm with world-class luxury. It's an incredible place to live. I help take care of my parents here, and travel extensively with them. Together, we visit Disneyland and The Walt Disney World Resort often. I've planned tours in England, Scotland, Paris, Greece, Italy, Denmark, Ireland, & France including Disneyland Paris. Living in Vero Beach, where retirees seem to outnumber all other age groups, I've become an expert on helping people travel who are "young at heart". Living a short road trip away from the Orlando area, I visit the theme parks at Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando & Sea World often. Many times I'm there once a week! I've stayed at every Disney Resort in North America, toured every hotel at the Universal Resort, and have taken over 25 cruises, being a Platinum Castaway Cay member with Disney Cruise Line. I've cruised to the Caribbean, The Bahamas, Alaska, the Panama Canal, Trans-Atlantic (East & Westbound), Mediterranean & Northern Europe. Also, if you need restaurant recommendations, I've personally ate at most of the restaurants at the Walt Disney World Resort & at the Disneyland Resort in Southern California. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is my favorite Walt Disney World Resort, and Disney's Grand Californian Resort & Spa is my favorite resort at Disneyland. I've attended various events at Walt Disney World such as: Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Star Wars Weekends, Disneyana Conventions, EPCOT's Food & Wine Festival, The Flower & Garden Festival and the new Festival of Arts. Contact me for personalized, concierge-level service. I'll help you as much (or as little) as you like, whatever your needs. I want to provide you with a worry free, incredible vacation, with memories that will last a life time.