DAY 1

Arrival in Vienna, Austria

• Arrive in Vienna, the capital city of Austria.
• Check into your accommodation.
• Start your exploration with a visit to Schönbrunn Palace, the former imperial summer residence.
• Explore the historic center of Vienna, including St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the Hofburg Palace.
• Enjoy a traditional Austrian dinner at a local restaurant, perhaps trying Wiener Schnitzel or Apfelstrudel.

DAY 2

Vienna Sightseeing

• Begin your day with a visit to the Belvedere Palace to admire its Baroque architecture and art collection, including works by Klimt.
• Take a leisurely stroll through the Naschmarkt, Vienna’s largest open-air market, where you can sample local delicacies.
• Visit the Kunsthistorisches Museum to see its extensive collection of fine art and antiquities.
• In the evening, attend a classical music concert in one of Vienna’s historic concert halls.

DAY 3

Day Trip to Salzburg

• Take a day trip to Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart and the setting for “The Sound of Music.”
• Explore the historic Altstadt (Old Town) with its charming narrow streets and Baroque architecture.
• Visit Hohensalzburg Fortress for panoramic views of the city and surrounding countryside.
• Take a stroll through the Mirabell Palace and Gardens, featured in “The Sound of Music.”
• Return to Vienna in the evening.

DAY 4

Budapest, Hungary

• Travel to Budapest, the capital city of Hungary, known as the “Pearl of the Danube.”
• Check into your accommodation.
• Start your exploration with a visit to Buda Castle and Fisherman’s Bastion for breathtaking views of the city.
• Explore the historic Castle District, including Matthias Church and the medieval streets.
• Relax in one of Budapest’s famous thermal baths, such as Széchenyi or Gellért.
• Enjoy dinner at a traditional Hungarian restaurant, sampling dishes like goulash and lángos.

DAY 5

Budapest Sightseeing

• Visit the Hungarian Parliament Building, an iconic landmark along the Danube River.
• Take a stroll across the Chain Bridge to Pest and explore the bustling streets of the city center.
• Visit St. Stephen’s Basilica and climb to the top for panoramic views.
• Explore the Jewish Quarter, including the Dohány Street Synagogue, the largest synagogue in Europe.
• In the evening, take a sunset cruise along the Danube to see Budapest illuminated.

DAY 6

Departure

• Depending on your departure time, you may have some free time for last-minute souvenir shopping or additional sightseeing.
• Depart from Budapest, concluding your journey through Austria and Hungary.