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World Heritage Sites Tour in Central Europe

Begin your vacation in the Czech Republic! You will be guided along the World Heritage sites: explore romantic Prague, such as the Jewish Quarter, the Prague Castle and the Old Town square. Explore the medieval part of Prague! Don’t miss visiting the Old Town Square with the Astronomical Clock and the only Central European Jewish town squares that survived the Holocaust. After your tour, stop at one of Prague’s finest breweries and taste the famous Czech beer! Continue your trip to Poland and discover heritage sites, such as the Wawel Castle, the Cloth Hall and the Wieliczka Salt Mine, which is one of the most valuable monuments of material and spiritual culture in Poland. As an optional program, you can also visit Auschwitz, the German Nazi concentration and death camp. The final destination of your trip is Hungary where you can also explore further impressive World Heritage Sites: visit the Castle district, the Royal Palace and its old streets , enjoy a Danube river cruise and explore both sides of fascinating Budapest. In addition a one - day trip will be organized to the Benedictine Abbey of Tihany.

Treasures of Romania

Romania is one of Europe’s most dynamically changing nations — a hauntingly beautiful land set apart by the Carpathian Mountains, great plains, deep forests, ancient cities and villages with architecture of many periods. Three major ethnic groups and half a dozen religions blend influences of East and West. Delving into this intriguing society, explore the capital, Bucharest; Moldavia’s painted monasteries; the Saxon area with its preserved medieval cities; and Transylvania’s remarkable landscapes. Explore the Castle of Dracula in Bran and learn the true story behind the myths. Join an expert in the famous painted monasteries of Gura Humorului, including the World Heritage sites of Voronet, Moldovita, and Sucevita monasteries. Taste Romanian foods and the famous wines of the Aiud wine region as you lunch with a local family in Rimetea.

Island Hopping in Magical Croatia

Nestled along the waters of the Adriatic Sea, the coast of Croatia is home to historic fortresses, medieval architecture and colorful islands all waiting to be explored. Experience the beauty and culture of this Balkan nation as local experts introduce you to the Roman history of Split, the islands of Hvar, Korcula and Brac and the medieval and modern identity of Dubrovnik.

Jewish Heritage Tour in Central Europe

Start your vacation in Hungary and explore the hidden Jewish treasures of Budapest, have discussions with experts, lecturers and students. Taste some traditional Jewish meals and desserts. Continue your trip in the Czech Republic. Walk around the Jewish quarter of Trebic, discover the secrets of Prague and visit the city of Terezin to meet WWII survivor. Arrive to Krakow and take a walk in the Jewish quarters of the city. Visit Auschwitz & Birkenau, the symbol of the Holocaust. Discover Lodz with its unique Jewish memories. Explore the most important sites of Warsaw in connection with the Jewish heritage. Visit the Jewish Historical Institute and the Museum of Polish Jews. Have a great farewell dinner in the city center.

Architecture Tour in Central Europe

Immerse yourself in the field of architecture through significant sites of three countries. Discover Slovakia’s symbolic buildings, starting with Bratislava, the capital and continue to the countryside to Kosice, the World Heritage Sites of Hervartov and Bardejov, the Gothic and Renaissance architecture of North Eastern Slovakia. Arrive in Hungary through the High Tatras and visit its well-known sites in the world-famous wine region of Tokaj and spend a day in Budapest, the pearl of the Danube. Travel via the Lake Balaton, the largest freshwater lake in Central Europe, in the direction of Slovenia, and explore the most famous sites of Joze Plecnik. Plecnik had a major impact on the modern architecture of Prague, but was especially influential in Ljubljana, the capitol of Slovenia. He designed the iconic Triple Bridge and the Slovene National Library and University Library buildings, as well as the Ljubljana open market buildings, the cemetery, parks, plazas, and embankments along the Ljubljanica River. His architectural imprint on Ljubljana has been compared to the impact Antoni Gaudi had on Barcelona.

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