Day 3: Budapest

Begin your exploration of the lower city of Pest with a stop at Heroes' Square and the Parliament building, designed by Imre Steindl and inspired by London's Houses of Parliament. After a private visit to the Opera House, sit down to lunch in the famous Gundel Restaurant. Attend a private concert at the family home of 20th-century artist Pal C. Molnar and tonight dine à la carte. Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace B L D

Day 4: Budapest/Vienna

Discover the lovely hill of Buda and admire sweeping views of the Danube and Pest on a morning walking tour. Then journey across the plains of Hungary to Vienna, where the balance of the Day is at leisure. This evening enjoy an à la carte dinner at the hotel. Hotel Imperial Vienna B L D

Day 5: Vienna

Vienna is almost unchanged since its Day as capital of the Austrian Empire, miraculously maintaining its old-world elegance and charm while remaining a thriving center of politics and culture. Marvel at the soaring majesty of St. Stephen's Cathedral and the glittering collection of objets d'art in the Imperial Treasury within the Hofburg Palace, historic seat of the emperors and their governments. After lunch, visit the impressive summer palace of the Hapsburgs, magnificent Schönbrunn Palace. It was here amid frescoed ceilings, crystal chandeliers and gilded ornaments that the five-year-old Mozart played to the court. Later, you may want to attend a performance at the famous Opera House. Hotel Imperial B L

Day 6: Vienna

DESIGN YOUR Day this morning from a choice of options at the end of the itinerary. The afternoon is at leisure. Tonight dine à la carte at one of a well-selected list of restaurants. Hotel Imperial B D

Day 7: Vienna/Prague, Czech Republic

This morning board the fast intercity train to Prague. Pause for refreshments at the Municipal House; then wander through the Old Town, a center for activity for more than 500 years. Four Seasons Hotel Prague B L D

Day 8: Prague

This morning a guest speaker discusses the Czech Republic's recent history. Stroll through the Old Town to visit the main square. Pause to admire the three vertical disks of the 15th-century astronomical clock that adorns the façade of the Gothic Town Hall. Continue to explore the Jewish Quarter. Travel on a private vintage tram to one of the city's best restaurants for a farewell dinner. Four Seasons Hotel Prague B L D

Day 9: Prague

Drive to Castle Hill for a visit to the Strahov Monastery, a Baroque architectural jewel. See the glittering collection of religious artifacts in nearby Loreto Chapel, then proceed to the Prague Castle complex. DESIGN YOUR Day with an activity listed below. Farewell drinks this evening mark the end of this fascinating journey. Four Seasons Hotel Prague B L

Day 10: Prague/USA or Canada

Transfer to the airport to board your homebound flight. B